Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 54m
Distance
80.4 mi
129 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Odin, IL
Fernando Cortés
If you are looking to travel from Bremen to Odin, expect a straightforward journey covering 80.4 miles. You should plan for about 1 hour and 54 minutes of time behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. With a estimated fuel cost of $12, it is a budget-friendly way to cross through the Illinois Midwest. Since there are no designated stops on this itinerary, you can easily complete the entire distance in one go without needing an overnight stay. This route is best suited for travelers who prefer a direct, no-fuss connection between these two local points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.2 miles from Bremen, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| County Road 180 East | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| US 50 | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| Elm Street | 2.6 mi | 5m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bremen, IL and Odin, IL.
Start on Chester Road
Turn sharp left onto IL 150
At end of road, turn right onto IL 154
Enter roundabout onto Kennedy Drive
Continue on Kennedy Drive
Continue on IL 13; IL 154
Turn left onto IL 127
Take the exit
Merge onto I 64
Take the exit
Turn left onto US 51
Continue on US 51
Continue on US 51
Continue on US 51
Continue on US 51
Continue on US 50; US 51
Continue on US 50; US 51
Take the exit
Turn right onto US 50
Turn right onto Laury Street
At end of road, turn left onto East Kirkwood Street
Arrive at destination
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. Keep in mind that because the route relies on local roads rather than highways, your travel time can fluctuate depending on local traffic flow. Budgeting $12 for fuel is a safe baseline, but keeping your tank topped off before leaving Bremen ensures you won't have to worry about finding service stations along the way. Because there are no formal stops scheduled, take advantage of the short duration to plan your own breaks if you need to stretch your legs. Pay close attention to navigation while transitioning between Kennedy Drive, West Water Street, and North Main Street to ensure you stay on the most efficient path.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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 18 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.2 miles or 1h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Odin, IL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Bremen, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bremen, IL
This is one driving day of about 80.4 miles and 1h 54m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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.
A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 40.2 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 80.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn sharp left onto IL 150
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
At end of road, turn right onto IL 154
Navigation decision point
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Take the exit toward US 51: Centralia, Ashley
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
At end of road, turn left onto East Kirkwood Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Regular Gas
$12.57 one way
$25.14 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.80 | $27.60 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.47 | $30.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.75 | $35.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.44 | $3.86 |
| Efficient EV | 20.1 | 0 | $7.04 | $3.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.2 | 0 | $11.26 | $5.15 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Bremen on Saturday
Local time
11:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Night in Odin on Saturday
Local time
11:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
74°F
Nashville, IL
40 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that avoids the interstate entirely, as this route maintains a 0% highway share. You will navigate primarily via Kennedy Drive, West Water Street, and North Main Street throughout the entire 80.4-mile stretch. Because the road consists of local thoroughfares, there is no single long-distance stretch to settle into, as the longest uninterrupted segment on Kennedy Drive is 0 miles. Expect a more attentive driving experience where your focus remains on local roads rather than high-speed cruising. It is a practical, ground-level way to experience the transition between these two Illinois locations.
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 0.2 miles in near IL 150.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 54m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bremen, IL to Odin, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Ashley along the way.
Ashley
Top landmarks
Founded 1865
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 54m. Total distance: 80.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Straightforward navigation.
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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