Origin
Gilberts, IL
Evening in Gilberts on Saturday
Local time
8:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gilberts, 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
7h 1m
Distance
345.6 mi
556 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$54
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 51m
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6 AM
7h 2m
8 AM
7h 24m
10 AM
7h 10m
12 PM
7h 8m
3 PM
7h 11m
5 PM
7h 23m
8 PM
6h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gilberts, IL
Mike Tyurin
Trip Overview
This 345.6-mile journey from Gilberts, IL to Bremen, IL is a significant drive, estimated to take 7 hours and 1 minute of pure travel time. It's primarily a highway-focused experience, with 82% of the route utilizing major interstates, making it manageable as a single-day trip if you're prepared for a full day behind the wheel. Budget around $54 for fuel, and plan for about two stops along the way to break up the drive. This route keeps you within the Midwest, offering a consistent travel experience without region changes. It's a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
172.8 miles from Gilberts, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 30m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 205.1 mi | 3h 40m |
| IL 47 | 36.9 mi | 47m |
| IL 3 | 23.3 mi | 28m |
| North Illinois Street | 9.8 mi | 15m |
| North Bridge Street | 9.6 mi | 15m |
| South Illinois Street | 8.3 mi | 12m |
| Main Street | 8 mi | 11m |
| State Route 159 | 6.1 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 205.1 mi, about 3h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gilberts, IL and Bremen, IL.
1
Start on IL 72
4.6 mi
·
7 min
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East Higgins Road
2
Turn left onto US 20; IL 47; IL 72
4.9 mi
·
6 min
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US 20; IL 47; IL 72
3
Enter roundabout onto IL 47
128 ft
·
2 sec
·
IL 47
4
Continue on IL 47
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
IL 47
5
Enter roundabout onto IL 47
109 ft
·
1 sec
·
IL 47
6
Continue on IL 47
11 mi
·
16 min
·
IL 47
7
Continue on IL 47
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
IL 47
8
Continue on IL 47
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
IL 47
9
Continue on IL 47
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Route 47
10
Continue on IL 47
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Illinois Route 47
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on US 30; IL 47
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
United States Route 30
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on North Bridge Street
8.2 mi
·
13 min
·
North Bridge Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Continue on this road
10 mi
·
16 min
·
this road
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on North Bridge Street
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North Bridge Street
15
Continue on IL 47
22 mi
·
25 min
·
IL 47
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 55 South: Bloomington
17
Merge onto I 55
62 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
I 55
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55
65 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
I 55
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis, Springfield
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
78 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
·
I 55
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 15A
Toward IL 159 South: Collinsville
21
Continue on IL 159
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Vandalia Street
22
Continue on IL 159
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Morrison Avenue
23
Continue on IL 159
9.8 mi
·
15 min
·
North Illinois Street
24
Enter roundabout onto IL 159
181 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Illinois Street
25
Continue on IL 159
8.3 mi
·
12 min
·
South Illinois Street
26
Continue on IL 159
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
State Route 159
27
Continue on IL 156; IL 159
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
North Main Street
28
Continue on IL 159
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
N Main St
29
Continue on IL 159
8.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Main Street
30
Continue on IL 3
23 mi
·
28 min
·
IL 3
31
Turn left onto IL 150
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
State Street
32
Turn slight left onto Chester Road
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Chester Road
33
Arrive at destination
Chester Road
Trip Plan
Given the 7-hour duration, starting early from Gilberts, IL, is advisable to make the most of daylight and arrive in Bremen, IL, at a reasonable hour. With only two recommended stops, plan them strategically to include a fuel top-off and a meal break. The longest stretch of 205.1 miles on I 55 means you'll want to ensure you're fueled up before heading into that segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the total fuel cost is estimated at $54 for the 345.6-mile trip.
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 172.8 miles from Gilberts, IL, or about 3h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 205.1 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 76 miles or 1h 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 172.8 miles or 3h 30m 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 36m
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 Gilberts, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Gilberts, IL
This is one driving day of about 345.6 miles and 7h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 76 miles from Gilberts, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 205.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
173 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 76 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 172.8 miles from Gilberts, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 205.1 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 73.4 and 278.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
73.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward I 55 South: Bloomington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 55 South: Bloomington
5
73.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 44m in
|
I 55
Merge onto I 55
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
136.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 50m in
|
I 55
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 South: Saint Louis, Springfield
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 South: Saint Louis, Springfield
7
200.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 1m in
|
I 55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
5
278.8 mi into trip
|
~5h 24m in
Take the exit toward IL 159 South: Collinsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 15A
Toward IL 159 South: Collinsville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$54.03 one way
$108.06 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
121 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $59.32 | $118.65 |
| premium | $4.89 | $66.51 | $133.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $76.30 | $152.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$54
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$79–$104
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 120.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 103.7 | 1 | $36.29 | $16.59 |
| Efficient EV | 86.4 | 0 | $30.24 | $13.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 138.2 | 1 | $48.38 | $22.12 |
Gas CO2
121 kg
EV CO2
40 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.
Destination
Bremen, IL
Evening in Bremen on Saturday
Local time
8:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 8 mph
32% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 12:33PM CDT until April 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 16 at 12:29PM CDT by NWS Chicago 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
10 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
7h 1m 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-dominant experience on this 345.6-mile route, with 82% of your travel occurring on interstates like I 55, IL 47, and IL 3. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a substantial 205.1 miles on I 55, so be ready for extended periods of consistent speed. While primarily interstate, the inclusion of state routes means you'll encounter some transitions. The profile suggests a focus on covering distance rather than scenic byways, so settling in for a steady pace is key to enjoying this drive.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 205.1 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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 73.4 miles in.
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 345.6 miles you will encounter 10 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 73.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 73.7 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 136.1 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Gilberts, IL to Bremen, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Springfield along the way.
Springfield
136.1 mi in
|
~2h 50m
|
via I 55
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 7h 1m. Total distance: 345.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 1m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 205.1 miles on I 55. 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 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 73.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 73.7 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 136.1 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.0 hours each way, a round trip means 14.1 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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