Origin
Country Club Hills, IL
Morning in Country Club Hills on Sunday
Local time
8:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Country Club Hills, IL to Bremen, 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 11m
Distance
322.4 mi
519 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 59m
★
6 AM
6h 11m
8 AM
6h 37m
10 AM
6h 20m
12 PM
6h 18m
3 PM
6h 22m
5 PM
6h 36m
8 PM
6h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Country Club Hills, IL
Stefan Camps
Trip Overview
This 322.4-mile journey from Country Club Hills, IL to Bremen, IL is designed for efficiency, clocking in at approximately 6 hours and 11 minutes of driving time. Primarily utilizing I-57, I-64, and IL-127, this route offers a straightforward path through the Midwest. With a projected fuel cost of around $50, it's a budget-friendly option for a single-day excursion. The drive is best suited for one day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. It's a highway-focused experience, making it a practical choice for covering ground.
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
161.2 miles from Country Club Hills, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 57m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 245.2 mi | 4h 23m |
| 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 |
| IL 150 | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Cicero Avenue | 2.7 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 245.2 mi, about 4h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Country Club Hills, IL and Bremen, IL.
1
Start on 177th Street
253 ft
·
13 sec
·
177th Street
2
Continue on 177th Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
177th Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto IL 50
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Cicero Avenue
4
Turn right onto CH B66
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Vollmer Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 57 South: Kankakee
6
Merge onto I 57
184 mi
·
3 hr 18 min
·
I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57
61 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
I 57
Toward I 57 South: Memphis
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 64 West: Saint Louis
9
Merge onto I 64
23 mi
·
24 min
·
I 64
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward IL 127
11
Turn straight onto IL 127
22 mi
·
27 min
·
IL 127
12
Turn right onto IL 13; IL 154
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
West Water Street
13
Turn straight onto IL 13; IL 154
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Kennedy Drive
14
Enter roundabout onto IL 154
168 ft
·
2 sec
·
IL 154
15
Continue on IL 154
8.9 mi
·
13 min
·
IL 154
16
Turn left onto IL 150
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
IL 150
17
Keep slight right at fork onto IL 150
6.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Main Street
18
Continue on IL 4; IL 150
5.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Shawneetown
19
Turn sharp right onto Chester Road
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Chester Road
20
Arrive at destination
Chester Road
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour, 11-minute duration, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic. This route has only one designated stop, so plan your breaks strategically, perhaps around the halfway point. With a fuel cost estimate of $50, keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is advisable, especially during the longest stretch on I-57. A key tip for this drive is to be aware of the transition from interstate to IL-127; it might feel less predictable than the main highways.
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 161.2 miles from Country Club Hills, IL, or about 2h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 245.2 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 71 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 161.2 miles or 2h 57m 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 48m
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 Country Club Hills, 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 Country Club Hills, IL
This is one driving day of about 322.4 miles and 6h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 miles from Country Club Hills, 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 245.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
161 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 71 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 161.2 miles from Country Club Hills, 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 245.2 miles.
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 135 decision points cluster between mile 3.5 and 322.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
3.5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
CH B66 / Vollmer Road
Turn right onto CH B66 / Vollmer Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
4.1 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the ramp toward I 57 South: Kankakee
Navigation decision point
Toward I 57 South: Kankakee
5
4.6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 57
Merge onto I 57
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
188.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 27m 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
322.1 mi into trip
|
~6h 10m in
|
Chester Road
Turn sharp right onto Chester Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.40 one way
$100.81 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
113 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $55.34 | $110.68 |
| premium | $4.89 | $62.04 | $124.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $71.18 | $142.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 112.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 96.7 | 1 | $33.85 | $15.48 |
| Efficient EV | 80.6 | 0 | $28.21 | $12.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 129 | 1 | $45.14 | $20.63 |
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (66% 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.
Destination
Bremen, IL
Morning in Bremen on Sunday
Local time
8:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Shelbyville, IL
161 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
9 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 11m 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?
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this trip, with 94% of the route utilizing major interstates. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 245.2 miles on I-57, offering a consistent pace. While the majority of the drive is on high-speed roads, the inclusion of IL-127 introduces a change of pace. This blend means much of your time will be spent on the interstate, but be prepared for a shift as you transition to the state highway.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 245.2 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and I 64. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.5 miles in near CH B66 / Vollmer Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 322.4 miles you will encounter 13 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 3.5 miles (CH B66 / Vollmer Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.6 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving 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 11m. Total distance: 322.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 11m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 245.2 miles on I 57. 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.
It helps. This is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.5 miles (CH B66 / Vollmer Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.6 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.2 hours each way, a round trip means 12.4 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.
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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