Trip from Bremen, IL to Ashland, IL

Drive Time

3h 39m

Distance

175.3 mi

282 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

3h 27m ★

6 AM

3h 39m

8 AM

4h 4m

10 AM

3h 48m

12 PM

3h 45m

3 PM

3h 49m

5 PM

4h 3m

8 PM

3h 32m

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

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Ashland, IL

Tom Fisk

Trip Overview

Spanning 175.3 miles across the Illinois Midwest, this trip connects Bremen to Ashland in roughly 3 hours and 39 minutes. Given the manageable duration, it functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip that doesn’t require an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $27 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Navigating this route involves a blend of Godfrey Road, IL 255, and IL 159, offering a practical path for those moving through the region. Since both ends of the journey are located within the same state, you can expect a consistent Midwestern driving experience from start to finish.

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

87.6 miles from Bremen, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 54m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a mixed driving experience that transitions between faster highway segments and local road travel. With a 52% highway share, you will spend roughly half of your time on more direct, high-speed roads before shifting to slower-paced stretches. The longest uninterrupted portion of the trip is a 26.2-mile stretch on Godfrey Road, which serves as a significant segment of your time behind the wheel. Because of the route's varied nature, you’ll need to adjust your focus as the road character shifts from the main highway corridors to the local lanes that define the remainder of the trip.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Godfrey Road is the longest continuous segment at about 26.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 51.5 miles in.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 175.3 miles you will encounter 10 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 51.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 60 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 60.7 miles (I 255; US 50): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

51.5 mi into trip | ~1h 12m in

Take the ramp

Navigation decision point

60 mi into trip | ~1h 22m in

Take the exit toward I 255 North, US 50 North: Chicago

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 255 North, US 50 North: Chicago

60.7 mi into trip | ~1h 23m in | I 255; US 50

Merge onto I 255; US 50

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

163.6 mi into trip | ~3h 21m in

Take the exit toward Ashland, Alexander

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 76 Toward Ashland, Alexander

175.3 mi into trip | ~3h 39m in | West Washington Street

Turn right onto West Washington Street

Navigation decision point

Towns Along This Route

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

Alexander

163.6 mi in | ~3h 21m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Godfrey Road	26.2 mi	30m
IL 255	21 mi	24m
IL 159	19.2 mi	28m
South State Street	19.1 mi	24m
I 72	14.5 mi	15m
I 255	13.2 mi	15m
Main Street	11.9 mi	13m
IL 15	8.4 mi	9m

Longest stretch: Godfrey Road — 26.2 mi, about 30m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Chester Road

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Chester Road

Turn slight right onto IL 150

6.1 mi · 10 min · IL 150

Turn right onto IL 3

0.5 mi · 32 sec · East Holmes Street

Continue on IL 3

7.8 mi · 8 min · Lehmen Drive

Continue on IL 3

18 mi · 22 min · South State Street

Continue on IL 159

19 mi · 28 min · IL 159

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 22 sec

Merge onto IL 15

8.4 mi · 9 min · IL 15

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 255 North, US 50 North: Chicago

Merge onto I 255; US 50

13 mi · 15 min · I 255; US 50

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on IL 255

21 mi · 24 min · IL 255

Continue on US 67

26 mi · 30 min · Godfrey Road

Continue on US 67

8.1 mi · 9 min · United States Route 67

Continue on US 67

1.4 mi · 1 min · South Main Street

Continue on US 67

2.4 mi · 2 min · South State Avenue

Continue on US 67

1.4 mi · 1 min · South State Street

Continue on US 67

2.3 mi · 2 min · 1440 E

Continue on US 67

12 mi · 13 min · Main Street

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 72 East: Quincy

Merge onto I 72; US 36

14 mi · 15 min · I 72; US 36

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec

Exit 76 Toward Ashland, Alexander

Turn left

11 mi · 14 min

Use the none lane.

Continue on CR 123

0.4 mi · 1 min · CR 123

Turn left onto South Hardin Street

321 ft · 16 sec · South Hardin Street

Turn right onto West Washington Street

113 ft · 5 sec · West Washington Street

Arrive at destination

West Washington Street

Trip Plan

For a smooth journey, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the 3-hour and 39-minute drive. Since the entire trip is achievable in a single day, you have plenty of flexibility to depart when it best suits your schedule. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the longer stretches, as the $27 estimate assumes steady consumption across the varied road types. To make the most of your time, try to time your departure to avoid peak local traffic on IL 255. Having that single planned stop ready will help you maintain your momentum without feeling rushed.

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 87.6 miles from Bremen, IL, or about 1h 54m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.2 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 80 miles or 1h 45m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 87.6 miles or 1h 54m 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 59m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ashland, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Bremen, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Bremen, IL

This is one driving day of about 175.3 miles and 3h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bremen, 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 Godfrey Road for about 26.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 87.6 mi from Bremen, IL · 1h 54m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Alton, IL

88 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

Edwardsville, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Alton, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 87.6 miles from Bremen, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Ashland, IL

The final approach into Ashland, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Ashland, IL.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$26.63 one way

$53.25 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 61 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$29.35	$58.70
premium	$4.80	$33.09	$66.19
diesel	$5.64	$38.95	$77.89

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$27

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$52–$77

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 61.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	52.6	$18.41	$8.41
Efficient EV	43.8	$15.34	$7.01
EV Truck/SUV	70.1	$24.54	$11.22

Gas CO2

61 kg

EV CO2

21 kg (66% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 18 hours ago

Origin

Bremen, IL

Evening in Bremen on Sunday

Local time

5:34 PM

CDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Ashland, IL

Evening in Ashland on Sunday

Local time

5:34 PM

CDT

Current temp

50°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

21 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 39m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Bremen, IL to Ashland, IL covers 175.3 miles and takes about 3h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Godfrey Road, IL 255, IL 159. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 87.6 miles from Bremen, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.63 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

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

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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Ashland, IL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Bremen, IL

Ashland, IL

Same local time

21 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 39m on the road

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