Origin
Matteson, IL
Afternoon in Matteson on Tuesday
Local time
1:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Matteson, IL to Bremen, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 4m
Distance
318.5 mi
513 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 52m
★
6 AM
6h 5m
8 AM
6h 31m
10 AM
6h 14m
12 PM
6h 11m
3 PM
6h 15m
5 PM
6h 29m
8 PM
5h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Matteson, IL
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Trip Overview
This 318.5-mile drive from Matteson, IL, to Bremen, IL, is designed for efficiency, taking about 6 hours and 4 minutes to complete. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day trip, allowing you to cover significant ground without needing an overnight stop. The route is predominantly highway, making it a straightforward journey through the Midwest. Expect a fuel cost of around $50 for this trip. With 95% of the drive on highways, this is a route focused on getting you to your destination with minimal fuss.
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
159.3 miles from Matteson, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 53m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 243.7 mi | 4h 21m |
| 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 |
| Lincoln Highway | 1.7 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 243.7 mi, about 4h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Matteson, IL and Bremen, IL.
1
Start on Governors Highway
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Governors Highway
2
Turn left onto US 30
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Lincoln Highway
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 57 South: Kankakee
4
Merge onto I 57
183 mi
·
3 hr 16 min
·
I 57
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57
61 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
I 57
Toward I 57 South: Memphis
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 64 West: Saint Louis
7
Merge onto I 64
23 mi
·
24 min
·
I 64
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward IL 127
9
Turn straight onto IL 127
22 mi
·
27 min
·
IL 127
10
Turn right onto IL 13; IL 154
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
West Water Street
11
Turn straight onto IL 13; IL 154
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Kennedy Drive
12
Enter roundabout onto IL 154
168 ft
·
2 sec
·
IL 154
13
Continue on IL 154
8.9 mi
·
13 min
·
IL 154
14
Turn left onto IL 150
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
IL 150
15
Keep slight right at fork onto IL 150
6.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Main Street
16
Continue on IL 4; IL 150
5.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Shawneetown
17
Turn sharp right onto Chester Road
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Chester Road
18
Arrive at destination
Chester Road
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour duration, an early start from Matteson, IL, is recommended to maximize daylight and arrive in Bremen, IL, at a reasonable hour. You'll encounter only one major recommended stop, so plan your breaks strategically, perhaps around the 243.7-mile mark on I-57. With a fuel cost estimated at $50, keep an eye on your gauge, especially during the long highway stretches. Since this is a single-day journey, you have the flexibility to depart when it best suits you, but consider traffic patterns around major urban areas if they fall along your path.
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 159.3 miles from Matteson, IL, or about 2h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 243.7 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 70 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 159.3 miles or 2h 53m 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 43m
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 Matteson, 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 Matteson, IL
This is one driving day of about 318.5 miles and 6h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 70 miles from Matteson, 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 243.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
159 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 70 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 159.3 miles from Matteson, 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 243.7 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 318.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 30 / Lincoln Highway
Turn left onto US 30 / Lincoln Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Turn left toward I 57 South: Kankakee
Navigation decision point
Toward I 57 South: Kankakee
5
184.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 20m 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
4
245.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 26m in
Take the exit toward I 64 West: Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 64 West: Saint Louis
5
318.3 mi into trip
|
~6h 4m in
|
Chester Road
Turn sharp right onto Chester Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$48.59 one way
$97.18 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
111 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.27 | $53.52 | $107.04 |
| premium | $4.81 | $60.26 | $120.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $70.32 | $140.64 |
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: 111.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 95.6 | 1 | $33.44 | $15.29 |
| Efficient EV | 79.6 | 0 | $27.87 | $12.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 127.4 | 1 | $44.59 | $20.38 |
Gas CO2
111 kg
EV CO2
37 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
Afternoon in Bremen on Tuesday
Local time
1:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
67°F
Shelbyville, IL
159 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 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 4m 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 experience for 95% of this 318.5-mile trip. You'll be spending most of your time on I-57, I-64, and IL-127. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a substantial 243.7 miles on I-57, meaning you can settle in for a long, consistent drive. This profile suggests a journey where speed and directness are prioritized, with limited deviations into more scenic or winding byways. It's a drive built for covering distance effectively.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 243.7 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 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 30 / Lincoln Highway.
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 318.5 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.1 miles (US 30 / Lincoln Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 184.8 miles (I 57): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 4m. Total distance: 318.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 4m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 243.7 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 0.1 miles (US 30 / Lincoln Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 184.8 miles (I 57): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 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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