Origin
Bremen, IL
Late night in Bremen on Sunday
Local time
5:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bremen, IL to Barr, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 7m
Distance
130.6 mi
210 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 56m
★
6 AM
3h 8m
8 AM
3h 31m
10 AM
3h 16m
12 PM
3h 13m
3 PM
3h 17m
5 PM
3h 30m
8 PM
3h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Barr, IL
Pho Tomass
Trip Overview
Bremen, IL to Barr, IL is 130.6 miles and takes about 3h 7m via IL 255, IL 159, and South State Street, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Illinois, traversing the Midwest region from start to finish. Given its manageable length and single-day recommendation, it's a straightforward journey. The route primarily utilizes highways, making it a functional drive for getting from point A to point B efficiently. Consider this a practical option if you need to cover this specific distance without extensive detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
65.3 miles from Bremen, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 255 | 19.9 mi | 23m |
| IL 159 | 19.2 mi | 28m |
| South State Street | 17.7 mi | 22m |
| Illinois Route 111 | 15 mi | 26m |
| I 255 | 13.2 mi | 15m |
| North Main Street | 9 mi | 13m |
| IL 15 | 8.4 mi | 9m |
| Lehmen Drive | 7.8 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
IL 255
— 19.9 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bremen, IL and Barr, IL.
1
Start on Chester Road
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Chester Road
2
Turn slight right onto IL 150
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
IL 150
3
Turn right onto IL 3
0.5 mi
·
32 sec
·
East Holmes Street
4
Continue on IL 3
7.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Lehmen Drive
5
Continue on IL 3
18 mi
·
22 min
·
South State Street
6
Continue on IL 159
19 mi
·
28 min
·
IL 159
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
8
Merge onto IL 15
8.4 mi
·
9 min
·
IL 15
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 255 North, US 50 North: Chicago
10
Merge onto I 255; US 50
13 mi
·
15 min
·
I 255; US 50
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on IL 255
20 mi
·
23 min
·
IL 255
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 20
Toward IL 111, IL 267: Godfrey
13
Turn right onto IL 111; IL 267
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Montclaire Avenue
14
Continue on IL 111; IL 267
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
South Maple
15
Continue on IL 111; IL 267
9.0 mi
·
13 min
·
North Main Street
16
Continue on IL 267
476 ft
·
9 sec
·
Illinois Route 267
17
Turn right onto IL 111
7.8 mi
·
13 min
·
Illinois Route 111
18
Continue on IL 111
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
19
Continue on IL 111
7.3 mi
·
12 min
·
Illinois Route 111
20
Continue on Main Street
152 ft
·
7 sec
·
Main Street
21
Continue on West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
West Main Street
22
Continue on Hettick Scottville Road
5.2 mi
·
12 min
·
Hettick Scottville Road
23
Turn left onto Barr Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Barr Road
24
Turn right onto Conrady Road
57 ft
·
2 sec
·
Conrady Road
25
Arrive at destination
Conrady Road
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over 3 hours and a fuel cost estimated at $20, this is a very manageable one-day trip. Leaving in the morning should give you plenty of time to arrive with daylight to spare. There's one recommended stop, which is a good opportunity to stretch your legs or refuel if needed, though the longest stretch is under 20 miles. Given the efficiency of this route, you have flexibility with your departure time. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you transition off the main highways in the latter part of the drive.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65.3 miles from Bremen, IL, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 29 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.3 miles or 1h 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barr, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Bremen, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bremen, IL
This is one driving day of about 130.6 miles and 3h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Bremen, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on IL 255 for about 19.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 65.3 miles from Bremen, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 6.3 and 93.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
6.3 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
IL 3 / East Holmes Street
Turn right onto IL 3 / East Holmes Street
Navigation decision point
4
51.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
60 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward I 255 North, US 50 North: Chicago
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 255 North, US 50 North: Chicago
5
60.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
I 255; US 50
Merge onto I 255; US 50
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
93.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 1m in
Take the exit toward IL 111, IL 267: Godfrey
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 20
Toward IL 111, IL 267: Godfrey
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.42 one way
$40.84 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $22.42 | $44.84 |
| premium | $4.89 | $25.13 | $50.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.83 | $57.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.2 | 0 | $13.71 | $6.27 |
| Efficient EV | 32.7 | 0 | $11.43 | $5.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52.2 | 0 | $18.28 | $8.36 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Barr, IL
Late night in Barr on Sunday
Local time
5:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 7m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This highway-focused drive covers 63% on highways, offering a predominantly fast-paced experience. You'll encounter stretches of IL 255, including a notable 19.9-mile segment without interruption. The route transitions from IL 255 to IL 159 and then South State Street, suggesting a shift in road type and potentially speed as you approach your destination. Expect a consistent pace for most of the journey, with the highway segments forming the backbone of this 130.6-mile trip.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.9 mi on IL 255.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on IL 255 and IL 159. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 6.3 miles in near IL 3 / East Holmes Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 7m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.3 miles (IL 3 / East Holmes Street): Navigation decision point; at 51.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 60 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Starting in Bremen, IL
Full guide →Top landmarks
- • Übersee-Museum Bremen — natural history and ethnographic museum in Bremen, Germany
- • Friedhofskapelle
- • Kaisen monument — Monument in Bremen
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 7m. Total distance: 130.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.9 miles on IL 255. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.3 miles (IL 3 / East Holmes Street): Navigation decision point; at 51.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 60 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Barr, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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