Origin
Bremen, IL
Afternoon in Bremen on Sunday
Local time
4:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bremen, IL to Crestwood, IL
Drive Time
1h 41m
Distance
70.3 mi
113 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 34m
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6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 57m
10 AM
1h 47m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 48m
5 PM
1h 56m
8 PM
1h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Crestwood, IL
Choco Kitty
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Bremen to Crestwood, Illinois, expect a journey covering 70.3 miles. You should anticipate about 1 hour and 41 minutes of travel time, making this an ideal one-day excursion that doesn't require an overnight stay. Your path will primarily take you along Opdyke Street, East Main Street, and North Refuge Road. With fuel costs estimated at $11, it is a budget-friendly transit through the Midwest. Since there are no designated stops on this route, it is best suited for those who prefer a direct, continuous drive between these two Illinois locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
35.1 miles from Bremen, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 70.3-mile journey is defined by its turn-heavy, local nature rather than a high-speed interstate grind. Only 21% of your travel occurs on highways, meaning you will spend the vast majority of your time navigating local roads. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch on Opdyke Street, which spans 22.9 miles of the total distance. Be prepared for a more technical driving experience that requires your full attention, as the road layout is more winding than a typical highway route. The transition between these local streets creates a steady, deliberate pace that keeps you engaged behind the wheel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Opdyke Street is the longest continuous segment at about 22.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 55.8 miles in near IL 148 / IL-148.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 41m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 55.8 miles (IL 148 / IL-148): Navigation decision point; at 65.6 miles (IL 37): Navigation decision point; at 66.9 miles (Power Plant Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
55.8 mi into trip
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~1h 15m in
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IL 148 / IL-148
Turn right onto IL 148 / IL-148
Navigation decision point
4
65.6 mi into trip
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~1h 29m in
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IL 37
Turn left onto IL 37
Navigation decision point
4
66.9 mi into trip
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~1h 32m in
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Power Plant Road
Turn right onto Power Plant Road
Navigation decision point
4
69.6 mi into trip
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~1h 39m in
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McKinney Chapel Road
Turn left onto McKinney Chapel Road
Navigation decision point
5
70.2 mi into trip
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~1h 41m in
|
Pinewood Drive
Turn left onto Pinewood Drive
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Opdyke Street | 22.9 mi | 26m |
| East Main Street | 9.7 mi | 14m |
| North Refuge Road | 9.6 mi | 13m |
| IL 149 | 8.3 mi | 10m |
| West Main Street | 6.5 mi | 9m |
| IL 150 | 6.2 mi | 10m |
| Power Plant Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| West Walnut Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Opdyke Street
— 22.9 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bremen, IL and Crestwood, IL.
1
Start on Chester Road
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Chester Road
2
Turn slight right onto IL 150
6.2 mi
·
10 min
·
IL 150
3
Turn left onto IL 3
23 mi
·
26 min
·
Opdyke Street
4
Turn left onto IL 149
8.3 mi
·
10 min
·
IL 149
5
Continue on IL 13
6.5 mi
·
9 min
·
West Main Street
6
Continue on IL 13
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
West Walnut Street
7
Continue on IL 13
9.7 mi
·
14 min
·
East Main Street
8
Turn right onto IL 148
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
IL-148
9
Continue on IL 148
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Refuge Road
10
Turn left
95 ft
·
2 sec
11
Turn straight onto IL 148
8.8 mi
·
12 min
·
North Refuge Road
12
Turn left onto IL 37
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
IL 37
13
Turn right onto Lake Egypt Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Lake Egypt Road
14
Turn right onto Power Plant Road
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Power Plant Road
15
Turn left onto McKinney Chapel Road
0.5 mi
·
2 min
·
McKinney Chapel Road
16
Turn right onto Ridgeway
283 ft
·
17 sec
·
Ridgeway
17
Turn left onto Pinewood Drive
385 ft
·
17 sec
·
Pinewood Drive
18
Arrive at destination
Pinewood Drive
Trip Plan
Because this is a turn-heavy drive, it is wise to leave during daylight hours to ensure you can easily navigate the local road transitions. Since the total duration is under two hours, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever it suits your schedule, though staying alert is key given the lack of scheduled stops. Keep in mind that your fuel budget is approximately $11, so topping off your tank before you depart Bremen will ensure you reach Crestwood without needing to hunt for a station mid-trip. Use the 22.9-mile stretch on Opdyke Street as your primary opportunity to settle into a comfortable rhythm before the road becomes more technical.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 35.1 miles from Bremen, IL, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.9 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 70.3 miles or 1h 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.1 miles or 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Crestwood, 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 70.3 miles and 1h 41m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Opdyke Street for about 22.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.1 mi from Bremen, IL · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 70.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.1 miles from Bremen, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Crestwood, IL
The final approach into Crestwood, 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 Crestwood, 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
$10.68 one way
$21.36 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $11.77 | $23.54 |
| premium | $4.80 | $13.27 | $26.54 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.62 | $31.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.38 | $3.37 |
| Efficient EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.15 | $2.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.1 | 0 | $9.84 | $4.50 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Crestwood, IL
Afternoon in Crestwood on Sunday
Local time
4:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
79°F
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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
1h 41m 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 Crestwood, IL covers 70.3 miles and takes about 1h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Opdyke Street, East Main Street, North Refuge Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.1 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 $10.68 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 1h 41m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 55.8 miles (IL 148 / IL-148): Navigation decision point; at 65.6 miles (IL 37): Navigation decision point; at 66.9 miles (Power Plant Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Bremen, IL to Crestwood, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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