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Trip from Bremen, IL to Broadwell, IL

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

3h 30m

Distance

171.4 mi

276 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min
4 AM
3h 18m ★
6 AM
3h 31m
8 AM
3h 55m
10 AM
3h 39m
12 PM
3h 37m
3 PM
3h 40m
5 PM
3h 54m
8 PM
3h 23m

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

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Downtown Broadwell, IL, IL

Broadwell, IL

Nicolas Foster

Trip Overview

The drive from Bremen, IL to Broadwell, IL covers 171.4 miles and takes about 3h 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 55, IL 159, South State Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 104.2 miles on I 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.80 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

85.7 miles from Bremen, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 57m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 30m. Total distance: 171.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (76%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 3h 30m highway drive covering 171.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and IL 159. The longest continuous stretch is about 104.2 miles on I 55.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 104.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and IL 159. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 6.3 miles in near IL 3 / East Holmes Street.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Bremen, IL to Broadwell, IL is easy. At 3h 30m with 76% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 6.3 miles (IL 3 / East Holmes Street): Navigation decision point; at 52.5 miles (IL 159 / North Illinois Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 66.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 key points

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

3
6.3 mi into trip | ~11m in | IL 3 / East Holmes Street

Turn right onto IL 3 / East Holmes Street

Navigation decision point

5
52.5 mi into trip | ~1h 13m in | IL 159 / North Illinois Street

Enter roundabout onto IL 159 / North Illinois Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

4
66.3 mi into trip | ~1h 35m in

Take the ramp toward I 55 North, I 70 East

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 55 North, I 70 East
6
70.5 mi into trip | ~1h 41m in | I 55

Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springfield, Kansas City

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springf...
6
170.9 mi into trip | ~3h 29m in

Take the exit toward Broadwell

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward Broadwell

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Bremen, IL and Broadwell, IL, road signs point toward Springfield and Kansas City.

Springfield

70.5 mi in | ~1h 41m | via I 55

Kansas City

70.5 mi in | ~1h 41m | via I 55

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 55 104.2 mi 1h 52m
IL 159 20.1 mi 30m
South State Street 17.7 mi 22m
North Illinois Street 9.8 mi 15m
Lehmen Drive 7.8 mi 8m
IL 150 6.1 mi 10m
Vandalia Street 2.8 mi 4m
South Morrison Avenue 1.3 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 55 — 104.2 mi, about 1h 52m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Chester Road

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Chester Road
2

Turn slight right onto IL 150

6.1 mi · 10 min · IL 150
3

Turn right onto IL 3

0.5 mi · 32 sec · East Holmes Street
4

Continue on IL 3

7.8 mi · 8 min · Lehmen Drive
5

Continue on IL 3

18 mi · 22 min · South State Street
6

Continue on IL 159

20 mi · 30 min · IL 159
7

Enter roundabout onto IL 159

177 ft · 4 sec · North Illinois Street
8

Continue on IL 159

9.8 mi · 15 min · North Illinois Street
9

Continue on IL 159

1.3 mi · 1 min · South Morrison Avenue
10

Continue on IL 159

2.8 mi · 4 min · Vandalia Street
11

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 54 sec
Toward I 55 North, I 70 East
12

Merge onto I 55; I 70; US 40

3.8 mi · 4 min · I 55; I 70; US 40
13

Keep slight left at fork onto I 55

100 mi · 1 hr 48 min · I 55
Toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springfield, Kansas City
14

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 18 sec
Toward Broadwell Use the slight right lane.
15

Turn right onto 800th Avenue

0.1 mi · 18 sec · 800th Avenue
16

Continue on Old Route 66

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Old Route 66
17

Arrive at destination

Old Route 66

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 85.7 miles from Bremen, IL, or about 1h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.2 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 38 miles or 52m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 85.7 miles or 1h 57m 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 56m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Bremen, 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 Bremen, IL

This is one driving day of about 171.4 miles and 3h 30m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 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 55 for about 104.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 85.7 mi from Bremen, IL · 1h 57m into the drive

village in Cook County, Illinois, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Summit, IL

86 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

Freeburg, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Marine, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 85.7 miles from Bremen, 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 104.2 miles.

Arriving in Broadwell, IL

The final approach into Broadwell, 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 Broadwell, IL.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

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

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument

Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument

National Monument

In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and lynched two men. The event led to the founding of the National Assoc...

3 mi from route ~7 min detour Free near mile 147.8
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$26.80 one way

$53.59 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 60 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $29.42 $58.84
premium $4.89 $32.98 $65.97
diesel $5.61 $37.84 $75.69

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: 60 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 51.4 0 $18.00 $8.23
Efficient EV 42.9 0 $15.00 $6.86
EV Truck/SUV 68.6 0 $24.00 $10.97

Gas CO2

60 kg

EV CO2

20 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 as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Bremen, IL

Evening in Bremen on Thursday

Local time

5:27 PM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 8 mph 32% chance Live forecast

Destination

Broadwell, IL

Evening in Broadwell on Thursday

Local time

5:27 PM

CDT

Current temp

75°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

5 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 30m 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 Broadwell, IL covers 171.4 miles and takes about 3h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, IL 159, South State Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 85.7 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 $26.80 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.
The drive from Bremen, IL to Broadwell, IL is easy. At 3h 30m with 76% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.3 miles (IL 3 / East Holmes Street): Navigation decision point; at 52.5 miles (IL 159 / North Illinois Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 66.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Bremen, IL and Broadwell, IL, road signs point toward Springfield and Kansas City.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument.

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