Origin
Collinsville, IL
Evening in Collinsville on Thursday
Local time
8:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Collinsville, IL to Bremen, IL
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 31m
Distance
63.4 mi
102 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 24m
★
6 AM
1h 31m
8 AM
1h 45m
10 AM
1h 36m
12 PM
1h 35m
3 PM
1h 37m
5 PM
1h 45m
8 PM
1h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Collinsville, IL
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Trip Overview
Embarking from Collinsville, Illinois, you'll journey 63.4 miles north to Bremen, Illinois, a trip that takes approximately 1 hour and 31 minutes. This route is easily manageable as a day trip, allowing you to complete the drive and return within a single day. You'll primarily travel on IL 3, North Illinois Street, and South Illinois Street, with about 46% of the drive on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $10, making it an economical option. This is a straightforward drive through the Midwest region, with no significant overnight stops recommended.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
31.7 miles from Collinsville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 31m. Total distance: 63.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (46%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This drive offers a mixed driving experience, with nearly half the journey on highway roads. You'll encounter a 23.3-mile stretch on IL 3, which is the longest uninterrupted section, providing a good opportunity to settle into a steady pace. The road character shifts between highway speeds and more local driving as you navigate through various towns and communities. Expect a blend of efficient travel on main arteries and moments of slower, more deliberate navigation through populated areas.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
IL 3 is the longest continuous segment at about 23.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Grove Avenue.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Collinsville, IL to Bremen, IL is easy. At 1h 31m with 46% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Grove Avenue): Navigation decision point; near the start (IL 159 / South Morrison Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 10.9 miles (IL 159 / South Illinois Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Grove Avenue
Turn right onto East Grove Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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IL 159 / South Morrison Avenue
Turn left onto IL 159 / South Morrison Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
10.9 mi into trip
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~17m in
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IL 159 / South Illinois Street
Enter roundabout onto IL 159 / South Illinois Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
3
57.2 mi into trip
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~1h 20m in
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IL 150 / State Street
Turn left onto IL 150 / State Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 3 | 23.3 mi | 28m |
| North Illinois Street | 9.8 mi | 15m |
| South Illinois Street | 8.3 mi | 12m |
| Main Street | 8 mi | 11m |
| State Route 159 | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| State Street | 6.1 mi | 10m |
| South Morrison Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Chester Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
IL 3
— 23.3 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Collinsville, IL and Bremen, IL.
1
Start on this road
132 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto East Grove Avenue
59 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Grove Avenue
3
Turn left onto IL 159
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
South Morrison Avenue
4
Continue on IL 159
9.8 mi
·
15 min
·
North Illinois Street
5
Enter roundabout onto IL 159
181 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Illinois Street
6
Continue on IL 159
8.3 mi
·
12 min
·
South Illinois Street
7
Continue on IL 159
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
State Route 159
8
Continue on IL 156; IL 159
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
North Main Street
9
Continue on IL 159
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
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N Main St
10
Continue on IL 159
8.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Main Street
11
Continue on IL 3
23 mi
·
28 min
·
IL 3
12
Turn left onto IL 150
6.1 mi
·
10 min
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State Street
13
Turn slight left onto Chester Road
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Chester Road
14
Arrive at destination
Chester Road
Trip Plan
Given the short 1-hour and 31-minute duration, this route is perfect for a spontaneous day trip, offering flexibility in your departure time. You can easily complete this drive without needing to plan for extensive stops, though quick breaks are always an option. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $10, and it's wise to be aware of your remaining range. A practical tip for this route: pay close attention to the transition points between IL 3 and the Illinois Street segments to ensure you maintain your intended path.
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 31.7 miles from Collinsville, IL, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.3 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 14 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.7 miles or 48m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bremen, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Collinsville, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Collinsville, IL
This is one driving day of about 63.4 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Collinsville, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on IL 3 for about 23.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.7 mi from Collinsville, IL · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.7 miles from Collinsville, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.91 one way
$19.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.88 | $21.77 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.20 | $24.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.00 | $28.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19 | 0 | $6.66 | $3.04 |
| Efficient EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.55 | $2.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.88 | $4.06 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Bremen, IL
Evening in Bremen on Thursday
Local time
8:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Waterloo, IL
32 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
21 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 31m 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 Collinsville, IL to Bremen, IL covers 63.4 miles and takes about 1h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are IL 3, North Illinois Street, South Illinois Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.7 miles from Collinsville, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.91 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.
The drive from Collinsville, IL to Bremen, IL is easy. At 1h 31m with 46% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Grove Avenue): Navigation decision point; near the start (IL 159 / South Morrison Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 10.9 miles (IL 159 / South Illinois Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Collinsville, IL to Bremen, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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