Trip from Bremen, IL to Yorkville, IL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 5m

Distance

308.4 mi

496 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$48

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

5h 53m ★

6 AM

6h 6m

8 AM

6h 32m

10 AM

6h 15m

12 PM

6h 12m

3 PM

6h 16m

5 PM

6h 30m

8 PM

5h 58m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in and county seat of Kendall County, Illinois, United States

Yorkville, IL

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Trip Overview

Bremen, IL to Yorkville, IL is 308.4 miles and takes about 6h 5m via I 55, IL 47, and IL 159, with a fuel budget near $48 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, primarily in Illinois, offering a straightforward path between two points. Given its duration and profile, this is a solid option for a single-day drive, especially if you're looking to minimize overnight stays. The route utilizes major highways for a significant portion, making it efficient for covering distance. You'll find it's a practical choice for straightforward travel between these locations.

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

154.2 miles from Bremen, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 11m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 55	204.6 mi	3h 40m
IL 47	34.2 mi	43m
IL 159	20.1 mi	30m
South State Street	17.7 mi	22m
North Illinois Street	9.8 mi	15m
Lehmen Drive	7.8 mi	8m
IL 150	6.1 mi	10m
Vandalia Street	2.8 mi	4m

Longest stretch: I 55 — 204.6 mi, about 3h 40m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bremen, IL and Yorkville, IL.

Start on Chester Road

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Chester Road

Turn slight right onto IL 150

6.1 mi · 10 min · IL 150

Turn right onto IL 3

0.5 mi · 32 sec · East Holmes Street

Continue on IL 3

7.8 mi · 8 min · Lehmen Drive

Continue on IL 3

18 mi · 22 min · South State Street

Continue on IL 159

20 mi · 30 min · IL 159

Enter roundabout onto IL 159

177 ft · 4 sec · North Illinois Street

Continue on IL 159

9.8 mi · 15 min · North Illinois Street

Continue on IL 159

1.3 mi · 1 min · South Morrison Avenue

Continue on IL 159

2.8 mi · 4 min · Vandalia Street

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 54 sec

Toward I 55 North, I 70 East

Merge onto I 55; I 70; US 40

3.8 mi · 4 min · I 55; I 70; US 40

Keep slight left at fork onto I 55

108 mi · 1 hr 56 min · I 55

Toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springfield, Kansas City

Keep slight right at fork onto I 55

29 mi · 31 min · I 55

Toward I 55 North: Chicago Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 55

64 mi · 1 hr 8 min · I 55

Toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 35 sec

Exit 220 Toward IL 47: Morris, Dwight Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto IL 47

34 mi · 43 min · IL 47

Use the straight lane.

Continue on South Bridge Street

2.5 mi · 4 min · South Bridge Street

Arrive at destination

South Bridge Street

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 6-hour drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic. With 308.4 miles and a fuel cost around $48, planning one stop for fuel and a break should be sufficient. The longest stretch on I 55 is over 200 miles, so ensure you're comfortable with sustained driving before setting out. Since it's designed as a single-day trip, you have flexibility; however, hitting the road before rush hour will make the initial part of your drive on I 55 much smoother.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 154.2 miles from Bremen, IL, or about 3h 11m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 204.6 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 68 miles or 1h 38m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 154.2 miles or 3h 11m 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 57m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yorkville, 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 308.4 miles and 6h 5m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 68 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 204.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

capital city of Illinois and county seat of Sangamon County

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Springfield, IL

154 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

Maryville, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 68 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Springfield, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 154.2 miles from Bremen, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 204.6 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.

Top Restaurant

El Quetzalito Mexican Restaurant

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Divernon, Illinois

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 132.2

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12176280000

Visit website

Cancun

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Sherman, Illinois

1.5 mi

Letty Mae's Tea Room

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Morris, Illinois

2.1 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Morris Bakery

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Morris, Illinois

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 286.3

Hours: 5 am–5 pm

+18159421031

AppleJax Creations Coffee & Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Morris, Illinois

2.2 mi

Brewed Awakenings

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Morris, Illinois

3 mi

El Quetzalito Mexican Restaurant

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 132.2

Divernon, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12176280000

Visit website

Cancun

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 154.2

Sherman, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12174963221

Visit website

Letty Mae's Tea Room

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 286.3

Morris, Illinois

Hours: 10:30 am–2 pm

+18154161370

Visit website

Clayton's Tap

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 286.3

Morris, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+18159423811

Visit website

Fort Jesse Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 220.3

Normal, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+13094515656

Visit website

Saki Sushi

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 286.3

Morris, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+18155135229

Visit website

McBride's Morris

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 286.3

Morris, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–1 pm

+18155133157

Star 66 Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 154.2

Springfield, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12175230611

Visit website

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 220.3

Normal, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 220.3

Normal, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Rivian Waypoints

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 220.3

Normal, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887484261

Visit website

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 220.3

Normal, Illinois

+13094549590

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

0.5 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0.6 mi from route

Rest Area

1.7 mi from route

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 9

5 decision points cluster between mile 52.5 and 271.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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

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...

178.4 mi into trip | ~3h 37m in | I 55

Keep slight right at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North: Chicago

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 55 North: Chicago

207.8 mi into trip | ~4h 9m in | I 55

Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria

271.3 mi into trip | ~5h 17m in

Take the exit toward IL 47: Morris, Dwight

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 220 Toward IL 47: Morris, Dwight

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$48.21 one way

$96.43 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 108 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$52.94	$105.88
premium	$4.89	$59.35	$118.70
diesel	$5.61	$68.09	$136.18

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$48

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$73–$98

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 107.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	92.5	1	$32.38	$14.80
Efficient EV	77.1	0	$26.98	$12.34
EV Truck/SUV	123.4	1	$43.18	$19.74

Gas CO2

108 kg

EV CO2

36 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Bremen, IL

Morning in Bremen on Sunday

Local time

8:28 AM

CDT

Current temp

78°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Yorkville, IL

Morning in Yorkville on Sunday

Local time

8:28 AM

CDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

78°F

Springfield, IL

154 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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

10 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

6h 5m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is predominantly highway, with 86% of the 308.4 miles on major roads like I 55. You'll experience a long stretch of 204.6 miles on I 55, which means you can settle in for a good amount of cruising. The transition to surface roads like IL 47 and IL 159 happens later in the trip. Expect a lot of exits and highway merging for the majority of your time on the road.

86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 204.6 mi on I 55.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and IL 47. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 52.5 miles in near IL 159 / North Illinois Street.

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 308.4 miles you will encounter 9 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 52.5 miles (IL 159 / North Illinois Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 70.5 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 178.4 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

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 Yorkville, IL, road signs point toward Springfield, Kansas City, Peoria and Dwight.

Springfield

70.5 mi in | ~1h 41m | via I 55

Kansas City

70.5 mi in | ~1h 41m | via I 55

Peoria

207.8 mi in | ~4h 9m | via I 55

Dwight

271.3 mi in | ~5h 17m

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 6h 5m. Total distance: 308.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 5m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 204.6 miles on I 55. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 26 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 Yorkville, 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 26 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.1 hours each way, a round trip means 12.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Yorkville, IL before the return drive.

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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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

El Quetzalito Mexican Restaurant

Morris Bakery

El Quetzalito Mexican Restaurant

Cancun

Letty Mae's Tea Room

Clayton's Tap

Fort Jesse Cafe

Saki Sushi

McBride's Morris

Star 66 Cafe

Morris Bakery

AppleJax Creations Coffee & Cafe

Brewed Awakenings

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

Rivian Waypoints

Tesla Supercharger

Rivian Adventure Network

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Rail Splitter Rest Area - Northbound

Rail Splitter Rest Area - Southbound

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Love's Travel Stop

Dixie Trucker's Home

Love's Travel Stop

Homestead Rest Area - Southbound

Coalfield Rest Area

Funks Grove Rest Area

Limestone Rest Area (Southbound)

Limestone Rest Area (Northbound)

Pilot Travel Center

Homestead Rest Area - Northbound

TA

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Love's Travel Stop

Pilot Travel Center

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Road Ranger

Rest Area

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Service Plaza

Service Plaza

Road Ranger

Pilot Travel Center

Rest Area

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Bremen, IL

Yorkville, IL

Same local time

10 degrees cooler at arrival

6h 5m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Bremen, IL

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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