Origin
Bremen, IL
Night in Bremen on Friday
Local time
9:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bremen, IL to Kingston, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 12m
Distance
198.8 mi
320 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 59m
★
6 AM
4h 12m
8 AM
4h 39m
10 AM
4h 22m
12 PM
4h 19m
3 PM
4h 23m
5 PM
4h 37m
8 PM
4h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kingston, IL
Nicolas Foster
Trip Overview
The drive from Bremen, IL to Kingston, IL covers 198.8 miles and takes about 4h 12m 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 mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 40.2 miles on I 72. At current regular gas prices, budget about $31.08 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
99.4 miles from Bremen, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 8m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 12m. Total distance: 198.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The drive from Bremen, IL to Kingston, IL covers 198.8 miles and takes about 4h 12m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 28 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 route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 51.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 12m drive. You will face about 12 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 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
51.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
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
5
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.
4
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
4
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 Kingston, 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
19 mi
·
28 min
·
IL 159
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
8
Merge onto IL 15
8.4 mi
·
9 min
·
IL 15
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 255 North, US 50 North: Chicago
10
Merge onto I 255; US 50
13 mi
·
15 min
·
I 255; US 50
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on IL 255
21 mi
·
24 min
·
IL 255
12
Continue on US 67
26 mi
·
30 min
·
Godfrey Road
13
Continue on US 67
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
United States Route 67
14
Continue on US 67
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
15
Continue on US 67
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South State Avenue
16
Continue on US 67
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South State Street
17
Continue on US 67
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
1440 E
18
Continue on US 67
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Main Street
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 72 West: Springfield
20
Merge onto I 72; US 36
40 mi
·
43 min
·
I 72; US 36
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward Barry
22
Turn right onto Township Road 1745E
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Township Road 1745E
23
Continue on Twnshp 1700E
3.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Twnshp 1700E
24
Continue on East 2400th Street
4.1 mi
·
9 min
·
East 2400th Street
25
Turn right onto North 400th Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North 400th Avenue
26
Turn left onto East 2500th Street
487 ft
·
23 sec
·
East 2500th Street
27
Turn right onto North 408th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
North 408th Avenue
28
Arrive at destination
North 408th Avenue
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 99.4 miles from Bremen, IL, or about 2h 8m 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 44 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99.4 miles or 2h 8m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kingston, 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 198.8 miles and 4h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 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 99.4 mi from Bremen, IL · 2h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
99 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 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 99.4 miles from Bremen, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kingston, IL
The final approach into Kingston, 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 Kingston, 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
$31.08 one way
$62.16 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
70 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $34.12 | $68.25 |
| premium | $4.89 | $38.26 | $76.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $43.89 | $87.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59.6 | 0 | $20.87 | $9.54 |
| Efficient EV | 49.7 | 0 | $17.40 | $7.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 79.5 | 0 | $27.83 | $12.72 |
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
23 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.
Destination
Kingston, IL
Night in Kingston on Friday
Local time
9:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°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
4 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
4h 12m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Kingston, IL covers 198.8 miles and takes about 4h 12m 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. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 99.4 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 $31.08 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 12m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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.
The route from Bremen, IL to Kingston, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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