Origin
Schiller Park, IL
Evening in Schiller Park on Saturday
Local time
8:31 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Schiller Park, 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 50m
Distance
347.5 mi
559 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 39m
★
6 AM
6h 51m
8 AM
7h 14m
10 AM
6h 59m
12 PM
6h 56m
3 PM
7h 0m
5 PM
7h 13m
8 PM
6h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Schiller Park, IL
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Trip Overview
This 347.5-mile drive from Schiller Park, IL, to Bremen, IL, is a solid day trip, estimated to take around 6 hours and 50 minutes. It's a highway-focused journey, with 84% of the route on major interstates like I 55 and the Adlai Stevenson Expressway, along with IL 3. Given the duration and the primarily highway profile, it's best tackled in a single day, though you could split it if you prefer a more relaxed pace. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is about $54. Both your origin and destination are within the Midwest region, keeping the scenery consistently characteristic of this part of the country.
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
173.8 miles from Schiller Park, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 18m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 142.7 mi | 2h 34m |
| Adlai Stevenson Expressway | 119.4 mi | 2h 13m |
| IL 3 | 23.3 mi | 28m |
| Tri-State Tollway | 16.3 mi | 20m |
| North Illinois Street | 9.8 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
— 142.7 mi, about 2h 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Schiller Park, IL and Bremen, IL.
1
Start on this road
37 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto 25th Avenue
138 ft
·
11 sec
·
25th Avenue
3
Turn right onto IL 19
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Irving Park Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
5
Merge onto I 294
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 39
Toward Balmoral Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn left onto Balmoral Avenue
271 ft
·
13 sec
·
Balmoral Avenue
Use the left lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 294 South
Use the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 294
9.3 mi
·
12 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 294
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 294
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 23
Toward I 55: Chicago, St. Louis
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto I 55
119 mi
·
2 hr 13 min
·
Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
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.
16
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.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 15A
Toward IL 159 South: Collinsville
18
Continue on IL 159
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Vandalia Street
19
Continue on IL 159
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Morrison Avenue
20
Continue on IL 159
9.8 mi
·
15 min
·
North Illinois Street
21
Enter roundabout onto IL 159
181 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Illinois Street
22
Continue on IL 159
8.3 mi
·
12 min
·
South Illinois Street
23
Continue on IL 159
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
State Route 159
24
Continue on IL 156; IL 159
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
North Main Street
25
Continue on IL 159
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
N Main St
26
Continue on IL 159
8.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Main Street
27
Continue on IL 3
23 mi
·
28 min
·
IL 3
28
Turn left onto IL 150
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
State Street
29
Turn slight left onto Chester Road
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Chester Road
30
Arrive at destination
Chester Road
Trip Plan
For this 6-hour, 50-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Schiller Park to maximize daylight and minimize traffic, especially if you're completing it in one day. With only one recommended stop, plan for fuel and rest breaks strategically. The longest stretch without a significant change in highway is over 142 miles on I 55, so ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on that segment. The total fuel cost is estimated at $54, so factor that into your budget. This is a drive where efficiency is key, so having your route planned and your vehicle ready will make the 347.5 miles 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 173.8 miles from Schiller Park, IL, or about 3h 18m 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 76 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 173.8 miles or 3h 18m 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 24m
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 Schiller Park, 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 Schiller Park, IL
This is one driving day of about 347.5 miles and 6h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 76 miles from Schiller Park, 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
174 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 173.8 miles from Schiller Park, 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 185 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 202.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward Balmoral Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 39
Toward Balmoral Avenue
6
1.9 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Balmoral Avenue
Turn left onto Balmoral Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
18.2 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
8
138.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 39m 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
202.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 49m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$54.33 one way
$108.66 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
122 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $59.65 | $119.30 |
| premium | $4.89 | $66.87 | $133.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $76.72 | $153.45 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.98
Tri-state Tollway
(16.3 mi)
$0.98
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$54
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$80–$105
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 121.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 104.3 | 1 | $36.49 | $16.68 |
| Efficient EV | 86.9 | 0 | $30.41 | $13.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 139 | 1 | $48.65 | $22.24 |
Gas CO2
122 kg
EV CO2
41 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 Saturday
Local time
8:31 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Springfield, IL
174 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
11 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 50m 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 predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 84% of your travel occurring on major roadways. You'll spend a significant amount of time on I 55, including a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 142.7 miles. While the majority of the drive is on expressways and interstates, the inclusion of IL 3 offers a slight variation in the road's character as you progress. This is a route designed for making miles efficiently, rather than for meandering exploration.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 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?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and Adlai Stevenson Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 347.5 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: at 1.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (Balmoral Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Schiller Park, IL and Bremen, IL, road signs point toward St. Louis and Springfield.
St. Louis
17.6 mi in
|
~23m
Springfield
138.1 mi in
|
~2h 39m
|
via I 55
About the Cities
Starting in Schiller Park, IL
Full guide →Schiller Park is a Western Suburbs (Illinois) of Chicago, just southeast of O'Hare International Airport.
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 50m. Total distance: 347.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 50m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
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.
Expect about $0.98 in tolls one way, starting with Tri-state Tollway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 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 1.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (Balmoral Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.8 hours each way, a round trip means 13.7 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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