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Trip from Bremen, IL to Danville, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 52m
Distance
241.4 mi
388 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 39m
★
6 AM
4h 52m
8 AM
5h 19m
10 AM
5h 2m
12 PM
4h 59m
3 PM
5h 3m
5 PM
5h 18m
8 PM
4h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Danville, IL
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Trip Overview
Bremen to Danville is 241.4 miles and takes about 4h 52m via I 57 and I 74, with a fuel budget near $38 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive focused primarily on interstate travel, taking you across the Midwest from Illinois to Illinois. Given its manageable distance and duration, it’s well-suited for a single-day trip. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, so expect a consistent pace. Consider this route if you prioritize efficiency and getting to your destination without many detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
120.7 miles from Bremen, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 38m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 120.2 mi | 2h 9m |
| I 74 | 30.7 mi | 33m |
| North Main Street | 21.7 mi | 26m |
| IL 150 | 16.7 mi | 29m |
| I 64 | 10.3 mi | 11m |
| IL 154 | 8.9 mi | 13m |
| United States Route 51 | 8.8 mi | 10m |
| US 50 | 7.8 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 120.2 mi, about 2h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bremen, IL and Danville, IL.
1
Start on Chester Road
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
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Chester Road
2
Turn sharp left onto IL 150
17 mi
·
29 min
·
IL 150
3
At end of road, turn right onto IL 154
8.9 mi
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13 min
·
IL 154
4
Enter roundabout onto Kennedy Drive
44 ft
·
0 sec
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Kennedy Drive
5
Continue on Kennedy Drive
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Kennedy Drive
6
Continue on IL 13; IL 154
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
West Water Street
7
Turn left onto IL 127
22 mi
·
26 min
·
North Main Street
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
9
Merge onto I 64
10 mi
·
11 min
·
I 64
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward US 51: Centralia, Ashley
11
Turn left onto US 51
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
United States Route 51
12
Continue on US 51
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Elm Street
13
Continue on US 51
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Broadway
14
Continue on US 51
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
County Road 180 East
15
Continue on US 51
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
South Mine Street
16
Continue on US 50; US 51
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
N Mine St
17
Continue on US 50; US 51
347 ft
·
4 sec
·
North Mine Street
18
Take the exit
134 ft
·
3 sec
19
Turn right onto US 50
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
US 50
20
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
21
Merge onto I 57
47 mi
·
50 min
·
I 57
22
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57
74 mi
·
1 hr 18 min
·
I 57
Toward I 57 North: Chicago
23
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 237A
Toward I 74 East: Indianapolis
24
Merge onto I 74
31 mi
·
33 min
·
I 74
25
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 210
Toward US 150: Martin Luther King Drive
26
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward US 150 East: Danville, Kickapoo Park
27
Turn straight onto US 150
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
County Road 1720 North
28
Continue on US 136
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
East Main Street
29
Arrive at destination
US 136
Trip Plan
With a total drive time under five hours, this route is comfortably manageable in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. You'll want to keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest 120.2-mile stretch on I 57, as services might be spaced out. Plan for one fuel stop to be safe and keep your $38 fuel budget in mind. Since the drive is relatively short, you can afford to leave later in the morning or early afternoon and still arrive before evening.
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 120.7 miles from Bremen, IL, or about 2h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 120.2 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 53 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 120.7 miles or 2h 38m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Danville, 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.
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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 241.4 miles and 4h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 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 57 for about 120.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
121 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 53 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 120.7 miles from Bremen, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 120.2 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Illini Prairie Rest Area - Southbound
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Green Creek Rest Area - Southbound
0.1 mi from route
Green Creek Rest Area - Northbound
0.1 mi from route
Salt Kettle Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.2 mi from route
TA
0.2 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.2 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.2 mi from route
Truckomat Truck Wash - Effingham
0.3 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.4 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.5 mi from route
Service Plaza
1 mi from route
Post Oak Rest Area - Southbound
1.9 mi from route
Post Oak Rest Area - Northbound
2 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 175 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 236.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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IL 150
Turn sharp left onto IL 150
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
17 mi into trip
|
~30m in
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IL 154
At end of road, turn right onto IL 154
Navigation decision point
5
48.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
59.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward US 51: Centralia, Ashley
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 51: Centralia, Ashley
7
236.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 44m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 150 East: Danville, Kickapoo Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 150 East: Danville, Kickapoo Park
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.74 one way
$75.48 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
85 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $41.44 | $82.87 |
| premium | $4.89 | $46.46 | $92.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $53.30 | $106.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 84.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 72.4 | 0 | $25.35 | $11.59 |
| Efficient EV | 60.4 | 0 | $21.12 | $9.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 96.6 | 1 | $33.80 | $15.45 |
Gas CO2
84 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Origin
Bremen, IL
Late night in Bremen on Sunday
Local time
5:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Danville, IL
Late night in Danville on Sunday
Local time
5:20 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
4h 52m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with an 84% share of its mileage on major roads like I 57 and I 74. You'll experience a consistent driving rhythm for much of the journey, including a lengthy uninterrupted stretch of 120.2 miles on I 57. While predominantly interstate, the route does incorporate segments on local roads like North Main Street as you enter and exit your destinations. Expect a straightforward driving experience primarily characterized by efficient highway travel.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 120.2 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and I 74. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near IL 150.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 241.4 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (IL 150): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 17 miles (IL 154): Navigation decision point; at 48.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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.
On the drive from Bremen, IL to Danville, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Ashley along the way.
Ashley
59.2 mi in
|
~1h 23m
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 4h 52m. Total distance: 241.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 120.2 miles on I 57. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 24 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Danville, IL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 24 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (IL 150): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 17 miles (IL 154): Navigation decision point; at 48.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Danville, 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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