Origin
Oglesby, IL
Evening in Oglesby on Tuesday
Local time
6:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oglesby, 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
5h 19m
Distance
271.6 mi
437 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 6m
★
6 AM
5h 20m
8 AM
5h 47m
10 AM
5h 29m
12 PM
5h 26m
3 PM
5h 31m
5 PM
5h 45m
8 PM
5h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oglesby, IL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Oglesby to Bremen, expect to cover 271.6 miles over roughly 5 hours and 19 minutes of driving. This trek through the Midwest is best tackled as a single-day journey, as the distance is manageable without an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize I-55, I-39, and IL-3 to navigate between these Illinois points. Budgeting approximately $41 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the trip. Since the drive is straightforward and efficient, it works well for travelers who prefer a direct transit rather than a multi-day excursion.
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
135.8 miles from Oglesby, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 28m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 142.7 mi | 2h 34m |
| I 39 | 52.9 mi | 56m |
| IL 3 | 23.3 mi | 28m |
| North Illinois Street | 9.8 mi | 15m |
| South Illinois Street | 8.3 mi | 12m |
| Main Street | 8 mi | 11m |
| US 51 | 7.6 mi | 8m |
| State Route 159 | 6.1 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 142.7 mi, about 2h 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oglesby, IL and Bremen, IL.
1
Start on East Walnut Street
1.3 mi
·
3 min
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East Walnut Street
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Bloomington-Normal
3
Merge onto I 39; US 51
53 mi
·
56 min
·
I 39; US 51
4
Keep slight right at fork onto US 51
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
US 51
Toward I 55 South, US 51 South: Peoria, Champaign, Saint Louis, Decatur
5
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.
6
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.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 15A
Toward IL 159 South: Collinsville
8
Continue on IL 159
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Vandalia Street
9
Continue on IL 159
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Morrison Avenue
10
Continue on IL 159
9.8 mi
·
15 min
·
North Illinois Street
11
Enter roundabout onto IL 159
181 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Illinois Street
12
Continue on IL 159
8.3 mi
·
12 min
·
South Illinois Street
13
Continue on IL 159
6.1 mi
·
9 min
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State Route 159
14
Continue on IL 156; IL 159
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
North Main Street
15
Continue on IL 159
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
N Main St
16
Continue on IL 159
8.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Main Street
17
Continue on IL 3
23 mi
·
28 min
·
IL 3
18
Turn left onto IL 150
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
State Street
19
Turn slight left onto Chester Road
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Chester Road
20
Arrive at destination
Chester Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a 5-hour and 19-minute drive, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh during the journey. Leaving early in the day is your best bet to avoid potential traffic fatigue, especially since you are navigating a long, 142.7-mile stretch on I-55. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; while $41 is the estimated cost, having a buffer for traffic delays is always a smart move. Because the route is highway-heavy, use your cruise control on the interstate sections to maintain a steady rhythm. Prioritize your comfort by timing your single stop near the midpoint of the trip to keep your energy levels consistent until you reach Bremen.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 135.8 miles from Oglesby, IL, or about 2h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 142.7 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 60 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 135.8 miles or 2h 28m 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 11m
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 Oglesby, 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 Oglesby, IL
This is one driving day of about 271.6 miles and 5h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Oglesby, 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 142.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
136 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 60 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 135.8 miles from Oglesby, 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 142.7 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 204.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Bloomington-Normal
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Bloomington-Nor...
6
54.5 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
US 51
Keep slight right at fork onto US 51 toward I 55 South, US 51 South: Peoria, Champaign, Saint Louis, Decatur
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 55 South, US 51 South: Peoria, Champai...
8
62.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m 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
126.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 18m 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
204.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 42m 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
$41.44 one way
$82.87 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
95 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.27 | $45.64 | $91.27 |
| premium | $4.81 | $51.39 | $102.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $59.97 | $119.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 81.5 | 1 | $28.52 | $13.04 |
| Efficient EV | 67.9 | 0 | $23.77 | $10.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 108.6 | 1 | $38.02 | $17.38 |
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 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
Evening in Bremen on Tuesday
Local time
6:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
25 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
5h 19m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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.
Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument
National Monument
In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and lynched two men. The event led to the founding of the National Assoc...
3 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 121.7
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 86% of this route consists of high-speed travel. You will face a significant, uninterrupted 142.7-mile stretch on I-55, which defines the bulk of your time behind the wheel. While the interstate sections provide a fast, consistent pace, the transition to IL-3 shifts the character of the drive as you head toward Bremen. The road is designed for efficiency rather than technical complexity, making for a steady, predictable ride through the Illinois landscape. Prepare for a mix of major interstate infrastructure and smaller highway navigation as you complete the full 271.6-mile distance.
86% 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: 142.7 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 39. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in.
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 271.6 miles you will encounter 8 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 1.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.5 miles (US 51): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 62.1 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
701 ft
470 ft
Total Climb
139 ft
Total Descent
276 ft
Highest Point
701 ft
~19.4 mi in
Elevation Range
231 ft
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.
Between Oglesby, IL and Bremen, IL, road signs point toward Champaign, Saint Louis, Decatur and Springfield.
Champaign
54.5 mi in
|
~1h
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via US 51
Saint Louis
54.5 mi in
|
~1h
|
via US 51
Decatur
54.5 mi in
|
~1h
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via US 51
Springfield
62.1 mi in
|
~1h 8m
|
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 5h 19m. Total distance: 271.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 142.7 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.
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 1.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.5 miles (US 51): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 62.1 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.3 hours each way, a round trip means 10.7 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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