Origin
Crestwood, IL
Evening in Crestwood on Sunday
Local time
7:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Crestwood, IL to Bremen, IL
Drive Time
1h 41m
Distance
70.2 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 Crestwood to Bremen, Illinois, expect a straightforward journey spanning 70.2 miles. This drive typically takes about 1 hour and 41 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via IL 3, IL-13, and IL 148, which keeps you firmly within the Midwest region for the duration of your travel. Budgeting approximately $11 for fuel should cover your needs for the trip. Since there are no mandatory stops required, you have the flexibility to complete the entire route in one go without needing an overnight stay.
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 Crestwood, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 80% of your time spent on main thoroughfares. You should be prepared for a consistent pace, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 22.9 miles along IL 3. The route transitions between these primary roads, offering a predictable experience for those who prefer staying on well-maintained paths rather than navigating complex local detours. Behind the wheel, you will find a steady rhythm, as the layout prioritizes efficiency over technical, winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 22.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on IL 3 and IL-13. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Ridgeway.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 41m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Ridgeway): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (McKinney Chapel Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (Power Plant Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Ridgeway
Turn right onto Ridgeway
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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McKinney Chapel Road
Turn left onto McKinney Chapel Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.7 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Power Plant Road
Turn right onto Power Plant Road
Navigation decision point
5
3.4 mi into trip
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~9m in
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Lake Egypt Road
At end of road, turn left onto Lake Egypt Road
Navigation decision point
5
4.7 mi into trip
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~12m in
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IL 148
At end of road, turn right onto IL 148
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 3 | 22.9 mi | 25m |
| IL-13 | 18 mi | 27m |
| IL 148 | 8.8 mi | 12m |
| State Street | 6.2 mi | 10m |
| IL 149 | 6.1 mi | 6m |
| Power Plant Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| Walnut Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Lake Egypt Road | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
IL 3
— 22.9 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crestwood, IL and Bremen, IL.
1
Start on Pinewood Drive
385 ft
·
19 sec
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Pinewood Drive
2
Turn right onto Ridgeway
283 ft
·
18 sec
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Ridgeway
3
Turn left onto McKinney Chapel Road
255 ft
·
11 sec
·
McKinney Chapel Road
4
Continue on McKinney Chapel Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
McKinney Chapel Road
5
Turn right onto Power Plant Road
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Power Plant Road
6
At end of road, turn left onto Lake Egypt Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Lake Egypt Road
7
Turn left onto IL 37
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
IL 37
8
At end of road, turn right onto IL 148
8.8 mi
·
12 min
·
IL 148
9
Turn left
105 ft
·
2 sec
10
Turn right onto IL 148
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Refuge Road
11
Continue on IL 148
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
IL-148
12
Turn left onto IL 13
18 mi
·
27 min
·
IL-13
13
Continue on Walnut Street
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Walnut Street
14
Continue on IL 149
6.1 mi
·
6 min
·
IL 149
15
At end of road, turn right onto IL 3
23 mi
·
25 min
·
IL 3
16
Keep slight right at fork
212 ft
·
2 sec
17
Merge onto IL 3; IL 150
6.2 mi
·
10 min
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State Street
18
Turn slight left onto Chester Road
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Chester Road
19
Arrive at destination
Chester Road
Trip Plan
Because this route is manageable in under two hours, you have the advantage of scheduling your departure to avoid peak traffic hours. Since you won't be making any forced stops, it is wise to fuel up before leaving Crestwood to ensure you have that $11 allocation ready and aren't hunting for a station mid-drive. Keep a steady eye on your navigation when transitioning between IL 3, IL-13, and IL 148, as these connections are key to maintaining your estimated travel time. Flexibility is your greatest asset here, so feel free to hit the road whenever it best fits your schedule.
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 Crestwood, IL, or about 57m 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 70.2 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 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 1h 25m
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 Crestwood, 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 Crestwood, IL
This is one driving day of about 70.2 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Crestwood, 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 IL 3 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 Crestwood, IL · 57m 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 70.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.1 miles from Crestwood, 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
$10.66 one way
$21.33 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $11.75 | $23.51 |
| premium | $4.80 | $13.25 | $26.50 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.60 | $31.19 |
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 | $7.37 | $3.37 |
| Efficient EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.14 | $2.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.1 | 0 | $9.83 | $4.49 |
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
Bremen, IL
Evening in Bremen on Sunday
Local time
7:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
79°F
Cambria, IL
35 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
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
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 Crestwood, IL to Bremen, IL covers 70.2 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 IL 3, IL-13, IL 148. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.1 miles from Crestwood, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.66 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 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Ridgeway): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (McKinney Chapel Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (Power Plant Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Crestwood, IL to Bremen, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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