Origin
Bremen, IL
Late night in Bremen on Sunday
Local time
5:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bremen, IL to Blue Mound, 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 26m
Distance
154.6 mi
249 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 14m
★
6 AM
3h 26m
8 AM
3h 50m
10 AM
3h 35m
12 PM
3h 32m
3 PM
3h 36m
5 PM
3h 49m
8 PM
3h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Blue Mound, IL
Siarhei Nester
Trip Overview
Embarking on a journey from Bremen, Illinois, to Blue Mound, Illinois, covers 154.6 miles and typically takes around 3 hours and 26 minutes. This drive is easily manageable as a single-day trip, with an estimated fuel cost of $24. You'll primarily navigate via I-55 and IL-159, with a portion on Jaycee Drive, offering a mixed driving experience. The route stays within the Midwest region of Illinois, providing a straightforward point-to-point experience. With a relatively short duration and moderate fuel cost, this trip is a practical choice for a quick excursion.
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
77.3 miles from Bremen, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 48m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 47.9 mi | 51m |
| IL 159 | 20.1 mi | 30m |
| Jaycee Drive | 18.4 mi | 22m |
| South State Street | 17.7 mi | 22m |
| Sarpy Street | 12.2 mi | 21m |
| North Illinois Street | 9.8 mi | 15m |
| Lehmen Drive | 7.8 mi | 8m |
| North 22nd Avenue | 7.2 mi | 10m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 47.9 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bremen, IL and Blue Mound, 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
20 mi
·
30 min
·
IL 159
7
Enter roundabout onto IL 159
177 ft
·
4 sec
·
North Illinois Street
8
Continue on IL 159
9.8 mi
·
15 min
·
North Illinois Street
9
Continue on IL 159
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Morrison Avenue
10
Continue on IL 159
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Vandalia Street
11
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 55 North, I 70 East
12
Merge onto I 55; I 70; US 40
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
I 55; I 70; US 40
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
44 mi
·
47 min
·
I 55
Toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springfield, Kansas City
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
Toward IL 48, IL 127: Raymond, Taylorville, Hillsboro
15
Keep slight right at fork
147 ft
·
2 sec
Toward IL 48, IL 127: Raymond, Taylorville, Hillsboro
16
Turn straight onto IL 48; IL 127
7.2 mi
·
10 min
·
North 22nd Avenue
17
Continue on IL 48
12 mi
·
21 min
·
Sarpy Street
18
Continue on IL 48
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
·
County Road 975 N
19
Continue on IL 48
18 mi
·
22 min
·
Jaycee Drive
20
Continue on IL 48
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North Railroad Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
IL 48
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour and 26-minute drive, leaving in the morning is recommended to maximize daylight and allow for flexibility with your single planned stop. The $24 fuel cost is quite manageable, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition from I-55 onto IL-159 and Jaycee Drive, as these segments can feel different from the interstate. This is a straightforward trip, so you have the freedom to adjust your pace as needed.
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 77.3 miles from Bremen, IL, or about 1h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.9 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 34 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.3 miles or 1h 48m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blue Mound, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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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.
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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 154.6 miles and 3h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 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 I 55 for about 47.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
77 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 77.3 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 52.5 and 114.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
52.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
IL 159 / North Illinois Street
Enter roundabout onto IL 159 / North Illinois Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
66.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 35m in
Take the ramp toward I 55 North, I 70 East
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 55 North, I 70 East
6
70.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
|
I 55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springfield, Kansas City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springf...
5
114.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m in
Take the exit toward IL 48, IL 127: Raymond, Taylorville, Hillsboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward IL 48, IL 127: Raymond, Taylorville, Hil...
6
114.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m in
Keep slight right at fork toward IL 48, IL 127: Raymond, Taylorville, Hillsboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward IL 48, IL 127: Raymond, Taylorville, Hil...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.17 one way
$48.34 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $26.54 | $53.08 |
| premium | $4.89 | $29.75 | $59.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.13 | $68.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.4 | 0 | $16.23 | $7.42 |
| Efficient EV | 38.7 | 0 | $13.53 | $6.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61.8 | 0 | $21.64 | $9.89 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Blue Mound, IL
Late night in Blue Mound on Sunday
Local time
5:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°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
24 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 26m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument
National Monument
In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and lynched two men. The event led to the founding of the National Assoc...
26 mi from route
~64 min detour
Free
near mile 143.9
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This 154.6-mile drive presents a mixed driving profile, with 48% of it on highways. You'll find yourself on I-55 for a significant stretch, including the longest uninterrupted segment of 47.9 miles. The character of the drive will shift as you transition from faster interstate speeds to more local roadways like IL-159 and Jaycee Drive. Expect a blend of efficient highway travel and more community-focused road segments as you progress toward Blue Mound.
48% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 47.9 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 52.5 miles in near IL 159 / North Illinois 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 26m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 52.5 miles (IL 159 / North Illinois Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 66.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.5 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
688 ft
417 ft
Total Climb
411 ft
Total Descent
351 ft
Highest Point
688 ft
~11 mi in
Elevation Range
272 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bremen, IL and Blue Mound, IL, road signs point toward Springfield, Kansas City, Taylorville and Hillsboro.
Springfield
70.5 mi in
|
~1h 41m
|
via I 55
Kansas City
70.5 mi in
|
~1h 41m
|
via I 55
Taylorville
114.6 mi in
|
~2h 28m
Hillsboro
114.6 mi in
|
~2h 28m
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
Arriving in Blue Mound, IL
Full guide →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 26m. Total distance: 154.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (48%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 47.9 miles on I 55. 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 52.5 miles (IL 159 / North Illinois Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 66.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.5 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Blue Mound, 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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