This 334.1-mile drive from Burbank, IL, to Bremen, IL, is best tackled in a single day, taking approximately 6 hours and 29 minutes. It's a highway-focused journey, with 92% of the route utilizing major interstates like I-57 and I-64, along with IL-127. Expect a straightforward drive through the Midwest region, with an estimated fuel cost of $52. This route is well-suited for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. The overall feel is one of efficient travel on well-maintained roads.
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
167 miles from Burbank, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 9m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 57
249.5 mi
4h 29m
I 64
22.9 mi
24m
IL 127
22 mi
27m
IL 154
8.9 mi
13m
Main Street
6.6 mi
11m
Shawneetown
5.9 mi
10m
Cicero Avenue
4.5 mi
7m
South Ridgeland Avenue
4.3 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 249.5 mi, about 4h 29m
Traffic on I-57
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 16 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~741 veh/hr typical
· worst 863
Quietest
3 AM
~100 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
7.4×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 51 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burbank, IL and Bremen, IL.
1
Start on West 87th Street
59 ft·3 sec·West 87th Street
2
Turn left onto South Ridgeland Avenue
4.3 mi·8 min·South Ridgeland Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto IL 83
0.4 mi·44 sec·West College Drive
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on IL 83
1.1 mi·1 min·West Calumet Sag Road
5
Continue on Cal Sag Road
0.9 mi·1 min·Cal Sag Road
Use the right lane.
6
Turn right onto IL 50; IL 83
4.5 mi·7 min·Cicero Avenue
Use the right lane.
7
Turn left onto 167th Street
0.2 mi·26 sec·167th Street
Use the left lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 57 South: Kankakee, I-80
9
Merge onto I 57
188 mi·3 hr 23 min·I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57
61 mi·1 hr 5 min·I 57
Toward I 57 South: Memphis
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward I 64 West: Saint Louis
12
Merge onto I 64
23 mi·24 min·I 64
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward IL 127
14
Turn straight onto IL 127
22 mi·27 min·IL 127
15
Turn right onto IL 13; IL 154
0.6 mi·50 sec·West Water Street
16
Turn straight onto IL 13; IL 154
0.4 mi·34 sec·Kennedy Drive
17
Enter roundabout onto IL 154
168 ft·2 sec·IL 154
18
Continue on IL 154
8.9 mi·13 min·IL 154
19
Turn left onto IL 150
4.2 mi·7 min·IL 150
20
Keep slight right at fork onto IL 150
6.6 mi·11 min·Main Street
21
Continue on IL 4; IL 150
5.9 mi·10 min·Shawneetown
22
Turn sharp right onto Chester Road
0.2 mi·34 sec·Chester Road
23
Arrive at destination
Chester Road
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour 29-minute duration, starting your drive early in the morning from Burbank, IL, is advisable to maximize daylight and allow for a comfortable arrival in Bremen, IL. With only one recommended stop, consider planning your break around the halfway point or where I-57 and I-64 converge. The fuel cost is estimated at $52, so ensure your tank is full before departing. A particularly useful tip for this route is to be mindful of the extensive 249.5-mile stretch on I-57; having entertainment or a co-pilot for this segment can make the drive more enjoyable.
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 167 miles from Burbank, IL, or about 3h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 249.5 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 74 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 167 miles or 3h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bremen, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Burbank, 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 Burbank, IL
This is one driving day of about 334.1 miles and 6h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 74 miles from Burbank, 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 249.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 333.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|South Ridgeland Avenue
Turn left onto South Ridgeland Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
6.8 mi into trip|~12m in|IL 50; IL 83 / Cicero Avenue
Turn right onto IL 50; IL 83 / Cicero Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
12 mi into trip|~21m in|I 57
Merge onto I 57
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
200.4 mi into trip|~3h 45m in|I 57
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57 toward I 57 South: Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 57 South: Memphis
5
333.8 mi into trip|~6h 28m in|Chester Road
Turn sharp right onto Chester Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$49.34 one way
$98.68 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg117 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$54.47
$108.94
premium
$4.72
$62.03
$124.06
diesel
$4.80
$63.08
$126.17
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 116.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
100.2
1
$35.08
$16.04
Efficient EV
83.5
0
$29.23
$13.36
EV Truck/SUV
133.6
1
$46.77
$21.38
Gas CO2
117 kg
EV CO2
39 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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Burbank, IL
Evening
in Burbank on Monday
Local time
7:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
90°F
Smoke
SW 0 to 10 mph43% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 16 at 8:29PM CDT until July 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 16 at 8:29PM CDT until July 19 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Destination
Bremen, IL
Evening
in Bremen on Monday
Local time
7:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
90°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 1 to 6 mph29% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 16 at 8:29PM CDT until July 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 16 at 8:29PM CDT until July 19 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
6h 29m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Pullman National Historical Park
National Historical Park
In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came tog...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a predominantly highway experience on this route. With 92% of the drive on interstates, you'll encounter a fast-paced journey for most of the 334.1 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a significant 249.5 miles on I-57, so plan for extended periods of consistent driving. While the primary roads are interstates, the inclusion of IL-127 may offer a slight variation in scenery or road type as you progress. This is a route designed for covering distance efficiently rather than for leisurely exploration.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 249.5 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and I 64. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Ridgeland Avenue.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 334.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Ridgeland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (IL 50; IL 83 / Cicero Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 12 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 29m. Total distance: 334.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 29m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 249.5 miles on I 57. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 37 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 Bremen, 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 37 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Ridgeland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (IL 50; IL 83 / Cicero Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 12 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.5 hours each way, a round trip means 13.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Bremen, IL before the return drive.
