Origin
Sumner, IL
Afternoon in Sumner on Sunday
Local time
4:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sumner, 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
3h 20m
Distance
148.2 mi
239 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 9m
★
6 AM
3h 21m
8 AM
3h 45m
10 AM
3h 29m
12 PM
3h 27m
3 PM
3h 30m
5 PM
3h 44m
8 PM
3h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sumner, IL
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Trip Overview
This 148.2-mile journey from Sumner, IL, to Bremen, IL, is a manageable one-day road trip, typically taking around 3 hours and 20 minutes. The route primarily utilizes local roads, with about 32% on highways, offering a mixed driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $23, this trip is budget-friendly for a day excursion. You'll be traveling entirely within the Midwest region of Illinois, so expect familiar scenery. This drive is well-suited for a single day, allowing for a relaxed pace without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
74.1 miles from Sumner, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 1100N | 50.1 mi | 1h 2m |
| IL 127 | 22 mi | 27m |
| North Poplar Street | 11.5 mi | 17m |
| I 64 | 10.4 mi | 11m |
| IL 154 | 8.9 mi | 13m |
| Main Street | 6.6 mi | 11m |
| Shawneetown | 5.9 mi | 10m |
| 1050N | 5.8 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
1100N
— 50.1 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sumner, IL and Bremen, IL.
1
Start on West North Avenue
49 ft
·
7 sec
·
West North Avenue
2
Turn left onto North Christy Avenue
473 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Christy Avenue
3
Turn left onto IL 250
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
IL 250
4
Turn right onto IL 250
95 ft
·
7 sec
·
IL 250
5
Turn left onto US 50; IL 250
50 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
1100N
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 50
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
1075N
7
Continue on US 50
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
1070N
8
Continue on US 50
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
1050N
9
Continue on US 50
5.3 mi
·
8 min
·
East Main Street
10
Continue on US 50
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
East Poplar Street
11
Continue on US 50
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Poplar
12
At end of road, turn left onto US 50; US 51
443 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Mine Street
13
Continue on US 50; US 51
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
N Mine St
14
Continue on US 50; US 51
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
North Mine Street
15
Continue on US 51
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
County Road 180 E
16
Continue on US 51
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
North Commercial Street
17
Continue on US 51
11 mi
·
17 min
·
North Poplar Street
18
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward Saint Louis
19
Merge onto I 64
10 mi
·
11 min
·
I 64
20
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward IL 127
21
Turn straight onto IL 127
22 mi
·
27 min
·
IL 127
22
Turn right onto IL 13; IL 154
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
West Water Street
23
Turn straight onto IL 13; IL 154
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Kennedy Drive
24
Enter roundabout onto IL 154
168 ft
·
2 sec
·
IL 154
25
Continue on IL 154
8.9 mi
·
13 min
·
IL 154
26
Turn left onto IL 150
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
IL 150
27
Keep slight right at fork onto IL 150
6.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Main Street
28
Continue on IL 4; IL 150
5.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Shawneetown
29
Turn sharp right onto Chester Road
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Chester Road
30
Arrive at destination
Chester Road
Trip Plan
Given the 3 hour and 20-minute duration, starting your drive in the morning from Sumner will allow you ample time to reach Bremen with daylight to spare. You'll encounter only one recommended stop along the way, but feel free to take breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $23 for the 148.2 miles, and plan your refueling accordingly. A specific tip for this route: be aware that the longest stretch of 50.1 miles on 1100N is primarily on local roads, so adjust your speed and be mindful of potential agricultural traffic.
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 74.1 miles from Sumner, IL, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.1 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 33 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.1 miles or 1h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 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 Sumner, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Sumner, IL
This is one driving day of about 148.2 miles and 3h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Sumner, 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 1100N for about 50.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 74.1 miles from Sumner, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 0 and 148 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Christy Avenue
Turn left onto North Christy Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 50; IL 250 / 1100N
Turn left onto US 50; IL 250 / 1100N
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
70.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
|
US 50; US 51 / North Mine Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 50; US 51 / North Mine Street
Navigation decision point
4
88.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m in
Take the ramp toward Saint Louis
Navigation decision point
Toward Saint Louis
5
148 mi into trip
|
~3h 20m in
|
Chester Road
Turn sharp right onto Chester Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.17 one way
$46.34 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.44 | $50.88 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.52 | $57.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.72 | $65.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.5 | 0 | $15.56 | $7.11 |
| Efficient EV | 37.1 | 0 | $12.97 | $5.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.3 | 0 | $20.75 | $9.48 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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 Sunday
Local time
4:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Partly Cloudy
S 5 mph
2% chance
Live forecast
Dense Fog Advisory
Dense Fog Advisory issued April 17 at 1:55AM CDT until April 17 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Dense Fog Advisory
Dense Fog Advisory issued April 17 at 1:55AM CDT until April 17 at 10:00AM 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
4 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
3h 20m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a varied drive on this route, transitioning between local roads and highway segments. With 32% of the drive on highways, you'll experience some faster-paced travel, but much of the 148.2 miles will be on more local thoroughfares like 1100N and IL 127. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 50.1 miles on 1100N, which will give you a good feel for the rural landscape. The road's personality shifts, offering a blend of efficiency and a more grounded, regional driving experience.
32% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 50.1 mi on 1100N.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Christy Avenue.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 20m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Christy Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 50; IL 250 / 1100N): Lane positioning matters here; at 70.9 miles (US 50; US 51 / North Mine Street): Navigation decision point.
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 Sumner, IL to Bremen, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Louis along the way.
Saint Louis
88.3 mi in
|
~1h 55m
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 3h 20m. Total distance: 148.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 50.1 miles on 1100N. 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Christy Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 50; IL 250 / 1100N): Lane positioning matters here; at 70.9 miles (US 50; US 51 / North Mine Street): Navigation decision point.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Bremen, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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