Origin
Cincinnati, IL
Morning in Cincinnati on Saturday
Local time
9:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Cincinnati, IL to Bremen, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 27m
Distance
101.9 mi
164 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
5 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 18m
★
6 AM
2h 28m
8 AM
2h 48m
10 AM
2h 35m
12 PM
2h 33m
3 PM
2h 36m
5 PM
2h 47m
8 PM
2h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cincinnati, IL
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Trip Overview
Cincinnati, IL to Bremen, IL is 101.9 miles and takes about 2h 27m via I 64 and IL 127, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, traversing Illinois for its entirety. You'll experience a mixed drive, balancing interstate travel with state highways. With its relatively short duration and manageable fuel cost, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion. It offers a straightforward journey between two points in Illinois, making it a practical choice for local travel or connecting to other regional trips.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51 miles from Cincinnati, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .
About the Cities
Arriving in Bremen, IL
Full guide →Top landmarks
- • Übersee-Museum Bremen — natural history and ethnographic museum in Bremen, Germany
- • Friedhofskapelle
- • Kaisen monument — Monument in Bremen
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 27m. Total distance: 101.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route features a mixed drive profile, with 59% of the journey on highways. You'll spend a significant portion on I 64, including a longest stretch of 23.6 miles. As you transition to IL 127 and IL 154, expect the character of the drive to change from faster interstate speeds to more typical state highway conditions. This blend means you'll experience periods of steady, high-speed travel followed by more varied driving as you approach your destination. The profile suggests a journey that isn't solely highway-focused, offering a bit more engagement behind the wheel.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 23.6 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 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near 900E.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 101.9 miles you will encounter 11 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 1 miles (900E): Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (IL 15 / County Road 800 North): Navigation decision point; at 29 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1 mi into trip
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~4m in
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900E
Turn left onto 900E
Navigation decision point
4
3 mi into trip
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~8m in
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IL 15 / County Road 800 North
Turn right onto IL 15 / County Road 800 North
Navigation decision point
5
29 mi into trip
|
~49m in
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I 64
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64 toward I 64 West: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 64 West: Saint Louis
4
52.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward IL 127
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward IL 127
5
101.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 27m in
|
Chester Road
Turn sharp right onto Chester Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| IL 127 | 22 mi | 27m |
| IL 154 | 8.9 mi | 13m |
| Main Street | 7.9 mi | 14m |
| New Fairfield Road | 7 mi | 10m |
| Shawneetown | 5.9 mi | 10m |
| County Road 600 North | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| IL 150 | 4.2 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 23.6 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cincinnati, IL and Bremen, IL.
1
Start on County Road 1000N
1.0 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 1000N
2
Turn left onto 900E
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
900E
3
Turn right onto IL 15
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
County Road 800 North
4
Continue on IL 15
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
5
Turn right onto IL 15
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Robinson Avenue
6
Continue on IL 15
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
County Road 610 North
7
Continue on IL 15
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
County Road 600 North
8
Continue on IL 15
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Fairfield Road
9
Continue on IL 15
7.0 mi
·
10 min
·
New Fairfield Road
10
Continue on IL 15
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
11
Turn straight onto IL 15
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Broadway Street
12
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
13
Merge onto I 57; I 64
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Ken Gray Expressway
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 64
24 mi
·
25 min
·
I 64
Toward I 64 West: Saint Louis
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward IL 127
16
Turn straight onto IL 127
22 mi
·
27 min
·
IL 127
17
Turn right onto IL 13; IL 154
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
West Water Street
18
Turn straight onto IL 13; IL 154
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Kennedy Drive
19
Enter roundabout onto IL 154
168 ft
·
2 sec
·
IL 154
20
Continue on IL 154
8.9 mi
·
13 min
·
IL 154
21
Turn left onto IL 150
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
IL 150
22
Keep slight right at fork onto IL 150
6.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Main Street
23
Continue on IL 4; IL 150
5.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Shawneetown
24
Turn sharp right onto Chester Road
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Chester Road
25
Arrive at destination
Chester Road
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 27m duration, this is a comfortably achievable same-day trip. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for any minor delays. You won't need to break this drive into segments, offering flexibility in when you start and how often you choose to stop. Since the longest stretch without a significant change is 23.6 miles on I 64, plan for a brief stop around that point if needed for a stretch or quick snack. Keep an eye on your fuel as you transition from I 64 to the state routes, as services might be less frequent on IL 127 and IL 154.
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 51 miles from Cincinnati, IL, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.6 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 22 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51 miles or 1h 12m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bremen, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cincinnati, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Cincinnati, IL
This is one driving day of about 101.9 miles and 2h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Cincinnati, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 23.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 51 mi from Cincinnati, IL · 1h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51 miles from Cincinnati, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bremen, IL
The final approach into Bremen, 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 Bremen, 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
$14.37 one way
$28.74 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $15.77 | $31.55 |
| premium | $4.89 | $17.69 | $35.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.29 | $40.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
5 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Mach 1 - Tesla Supercharger
Mt. Vernon, IL
Tesla
8 DCFC
Holiday Inn Mt. Vernon - Tesla Supercharger
Mt. Vernon, IL
Tesla
8 DCFC
Pilot Travel Center 482
Mount Vernon, IL
eVgo Network
4 DCFC
Walmart 224 (MT. Vernon, IL)
Mount Vernon, IL
Electrify America
4 DCFC
Holzhauer Auto Truck Sales
Nashville, IL
Blink Network
2 DCFC
Tesla: 2
eVgo Network: 1
Electrify America: 1
Blink Network: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.6 | 0 | $10.70 | $4.89 |
| Efficient EV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.92 | $4.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.8 | 0 | $14.27 | $6.52 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Bremen, IL
Morning in Bremen on Saturday
Local time
9:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Cloudy
NW 10 to 16 mph
60% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 5:50AM CDT until April 21 at 4:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 5:48AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
74°F
Nashville, IL
51 mi in
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
16 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
2h 27m 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 Cincinnati, IL to Bremen, IL covers 101.9 miles and takes about 2h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, IL 127, IL 154. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51 miles from Cincinnati, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.93 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 101.9 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (900E): Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (IL 15 / County Road 800 North): Navigation decision point; at 29 miles (I 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Cincinnati, IL to Bremen, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NREL for EV charging. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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