Trip from Bremen, IL to Barry, IL

Drive Time

3h 52m

Distance

190.6 mi

307 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$29

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

3h 39m ★

6 AM

3h 52m

8 AM

4h 18m

10 AM

4h 1m

12 PM

3h 59m

3 PM

4h 2m

5 PM

4h 17m

8 PM

3h 45m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Bremen, IL to Barry, IL covers 190.6 miles and takes about 3h 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 72, Godfrey Road, IL 255 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 40.2 miles on I 72. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.95 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

95.3 miles from Bremen, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 3m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 3h 52m highway drive covering 190.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 72 and Godfrey Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 40.2 miles on I 72.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 72 is the longest continuous segment at about 40.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 72 and Godfrey Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 51.5 miles in.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 3h 52m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

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 9 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 straight / slight right lanes.

149 mi into trip | ~3h 5m in

Take the exit toward I 72 West: Springfield

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward I 72 West: Springfield

189.5 mi into trip | ~3h 49m in

Take the exit toward Barry

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward Barry

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 72	40.2 mi	43m
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 255	13.2 mi	15m
Main Street	12.3 mi	13m
IL 15	8.4 mi	9m

Longest stretch: I 72 — 40.2 mi, about 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bremen, IL and Barry, 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 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

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec

Toward I 72 West: Springfield

Merge onto I 72; US 36

40 mi · 43 min · I 72; US 36

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 48 sec

Toward Barry

Turn left onto Township Road 1745E

409 ft · 11 sec · Township Road 1745E

Continue on County Highway 4

0.2 mi · 32 sec · County Highway 4

Continue on Rodgers Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Rodgers Street

Arrive at destination

Rodgers Street

Trip Plan

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 95.3 miles from Bremen, IL, or about 2h 3m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40.2 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 95.3 miles or 2h 3m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 13m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barry, 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 190.6 miles and 3h 52m.

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 I 72 for about 40.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 95.3 mi from Bremen, IL · 2h 3m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Alton, IL

95 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

Alton, 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 95.3 miles from Bremen, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Barry, IL

The final approach into Barry, 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 Barry, 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

$28.95 one way

$57.90 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 67 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$31.91	$63.83
premium	$4.80	$35.98	$71.96
diesel	$5.64	$42.34	$84.69

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$29

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 66.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	57.2	$20.01	$9.15
Efficient EV	47.7	$16.68	$7.62
EV Truck/SUV	76.2	$26.68	$12.20

Gas CO2

67 kg

EV CO2

22 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 hours ago

Origin

Bremen, IL

Evening in Bremen on Sunday

Local time

6:39 PM

CDT

Current temp

79°F

Slight Chance Rain Showers

S 12 to 18 mph 17% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 1:25PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:16PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Destination

Barry, IL

Evening in Barry on Sunday

Local time

6:39 PM

CDT

Current temp

51°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

28 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 52m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Bremen, IL to Barry, IL covers 190.6 miles and takes about 3h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 72, Godfrey Road, IL 255. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 95.3 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 $28.95 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.

This is a straightforward 3h 52m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The route from Bremen, IL to Barry, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Bremen, IL to Barry, IL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Barry, IL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Bremen, IL

Barry, IL

Same local time

28 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 52m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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