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Trip from Winfield, 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 39m

Distance

331.5 mi

533 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$52

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
6h 27m ★
6 AM
6h 39m
8 AM
7h 3m
10 AM
6h 48m
12 PM
6h 45m
3 PM
6h 49m
5 PM
7h 2m
8 PM
6h 32m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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incorporated village in DuPage County, Illinois, United States

Winfield, IL

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Trip Overview

This 327.2-mile journey from Winfield, Illinois, to Bremen, Illinois, will take approximately 5 hours and 33 minutes of driving time. Designed as a single-day trip, it offers a local driving experience with no highway time, meaning you'll navigate primarily on roads like North Winfield Road, Warrenville Road, and Mill Street. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $50, making it an economical option for a regional getaway within the Midwest. With only one recommended stop, you can maintain a steady pace, though the turn-heavy nature of the drive suggests planning for a bit more time than the pure driving duration indicates.

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

165.7 miles from Winfield, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 15m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 55 248.6 mi 4h 29m
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
State Route 159 6.1 mi 9m
State Street 6.1 mi 10m
North Washington Street 5.3 mi 11m
Longest stretch: I 55 — 248.6 mi, about 4h 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Winfield, IL and Bremen, IL.

1

Start on this road

102 ft · 12 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto North Winfield Road

3.3 mi · 5 min · North Winfield Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
3

Turn left onto Warrenville Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Warrenville Road
Use the left lane.
4

Continue on Mill Street

1.9 mi · 3 min · Mill Street
Use the left lane.
5

Turn left onto US 34

0.4 mi · 46 sec · West Ogden Avenue
Use the left lane.
6

Turn right onto North Washington Street

5.3 mi · 11 min · North Washington Street
Use the left lane.
7

Turn right onto Washington Street

0.5 mi · 51 sec · Washington Street
8

Continue on Weber Road

3.9 mi · 7 min · Weber Road
9

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Toward I 55 South: Bloomington
10

Merge onto I 55

106 mi · 1 hr 55 min · I 55
Use the right lane.
11

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.
12

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.
13

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 47 sec
Exit 15A Toward IL 159 South: Collinsville
14

Continue on IL 159

3.0 mi · 4 min · Vandalia Street
15

Continue on IL 159

1.3 mi · 1 min · South Morrison Avenue
16

Continue on IL 159

9.8 mi · 15 min · North Illinois Street
17

Enter roundabout onto IL 159

181 ft · 4 sec · South Illinois Street
18

Continue on IL 159

8.3 mi · 12 min · South Illinois Street
19

Continue on IL 159

6.1 mi · 9 min · State Route 159
20

Continue on IL 156; IL 159

0.2 mi · 19 sec · North Main Street
21

Continue on IL 159

0.2 mi · 13 sec · N Main St
22

Continue on IL 159

8.0 mi · 11 min · Main Street
23

Continue on IL 3

23 mi · 28 min · IL 3
24

Turn left onto IL 150

6.1 mi · 10 min · State Street
25

Turn slight left onto Chester Road

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Chester Road
26

Arrive at destination

Chester Road

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour 33-minute drive time and the turn-heavy profile, starting your trip in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight. While the drive is manageable in one day, factor in extra time beyond the stated duration for the numerous turns and local road navigation. The estimated fuel cost of $50 is a good baseline, but it's always wise to have a bit more on hand. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially since there are no long highway stretches that typically offer more frequent service areas; plan your single stop strategically.

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 165.7 miles from Winfield, IL, or about 3h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 248.6 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 73 miles or 1h 34m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 165.7 miles or 3h 15m 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 13m

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 Winfield, 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 Winfield, IL

This is one driving day of about 331.5 miles and 6h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 73 miles from Winfield, 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 248.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Macon County, Illinois, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Decatur, IL

166 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

Normal, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 73 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Decatur, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 165.7 miles from Winfield, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 248.6 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Rosemary Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Joliet, Illinois

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 23.4

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18157824094

Visit website

Javi Mexican Grill Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

West Chicago, Illinois

1.5 mi

Taste of Jerusalem

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Plainfield, Illinois

1.8 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Kafé De Kasa

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Crest Hill, Illinois

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 23.4

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+18156303694

Visit website

Critical Grind Board Game Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Shorewood, Illinois

2 mi

Kafe De Kasa

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Shorewood, Illinois

3 mi

Rosemary Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 23.4

Joliet, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18157824094

Visit website

Arby's

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 257.1

Troy, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16186671082

Visit website

Javi Mexican Grill Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately

West Chicago, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13318715128

Visit website

Taste of Jerusalem

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 23.4

Plainfield, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–7:30 pm

+18157826500

Visit website

RT 138 Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 233.7

Mt Olive, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+12179992115

Visit website

Urban Kitchen

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 23.4

Crest Hill, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18157826417

Visit website

Morning Delight Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 23.4

Crest Hill, IL

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+17792349465

Visit website

Coffeehouse in Uptown Normal

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 116.9

Normal, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+13094526774

Visit website

Kafé De Kasa

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 23.4

Crest Hill, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+18156303694

Visit website

Critical Grind Board Game Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 23.4

Shorewood, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–11 pm

+18156304235

Visit website

Ten Drops Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 23.4

Plainfield, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+16306962137

Visit website

Kafe De Kasa

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 23.4

Shorewood, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17792421902

Visit website

Emmys Cafe & Gaming

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 46.7

Braidwood, Illinois

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+18153905133

Bonny's Bistro

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 23.4

Joliet, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+18476271095

Visit website

Emmy's Cafe & Gaming

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 46.7

Coal City, Illinois

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+18155185375

Electrify America Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 116.9

Bloomington, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 116.9

Normal, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 116.9

Normal, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 116.9

Normal, Illinois

+13094549590

Visit website

Rivian Waypoints

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 116.9

Normal, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887484261

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 140.2

Atlanta, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

Rivian Adventure Network

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 116.9

Normal, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887484273

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 116.9

Normal, Illinois

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 186.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | North Winfield Road

Turn right onto North Winfield Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
5
3.3 mi into trip | ~6m in | Warrenville Road

Turn left onto Warrenville Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
6.2 mi into trip | ~12m in | North Washington Street

Turn right onto North Washington Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
8
122 mi into trip | ~2h 28m 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
186.8 mi into trip | ~3h 38m 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

$51.83 one way

$103.65 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 116 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $56.90 $113.81
premium $4.89 $63.79 $127.59
diesel $5.61 $73.19 $146.38

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$52

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$77–$102

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 116 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 99.5 1 $34.81 $15.91
Efficient EV 82.9 0 $29.01 $13.26
EV Truck/SUV 132.6 1 $46.41 $21.22

Gas CO2

116 kg

EV CO2

39 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Winfield, IL

Late night in Winfield on Sunday

Local time

5:04 AM

CDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bremen, IL

Late night in Bremen on Sunday

Local time

5:04 AM

CDT

Current temp

78°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

27 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 39m 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 turn-heavy local drive on this route, as indicated by the 0% highway share. You won't encounter any long, monotonous interstate stretches; instead, your journey will be characterized by frequent turns and navigation through local thoroughfares. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not specified, but the overall profile suggests a drive that requires constant attention to road changes and directions. This type of driving can be engaging for those who prefer to be actively involved in navigating rather than passively cruising.

84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 248.6 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 3. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Winfield Road.

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 331.5 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (North Winfield Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles (Warrenville Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles (North Washington Street): 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.

On the drive from Winfield, IL to Bremen, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Springfield along the way.

Springfield

122 mi in | ~2h 28m | 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 6h 39m. Total distance: 331.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 39m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 248.6 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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Winfield Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles (Warrenville Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles (North Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.7 hours each way, a round trip means 13.3 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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