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Trip from Grandview, IL to Bremen, IL

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 11m

Distance

151.8 mi

244 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
3h 0m ★
6 AM
3h 12m
8 AM
3h 35m
10 AM
3h 20m
12 PM
3h 18m
3 PM
3h 21m
5 PM
3h 34m
8 PM
3h 5m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Grandview, IL, IL

Grandview, IL

Stéphane Tendon

Trip Overview

The drive from Grandview, IL to Bremen, IL covers 151.8 miles and takes about 3h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 55, IL 3, North Illinois Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 82.6 miles on I 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.73 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

75.9 miles from Grandview, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 11m. Total distance: 151.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (74%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 3h 11m highway drive covering 151.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and IL 3. The longest continuous stretch is about 82.6 miles on I 55.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 82.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and IL 3. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2 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 3h 11m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.4 miles (I 55; I 72; US 36): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
2 mi into trip | ~4m in

Take the exit toward I 55 South, I 72 West

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 55 South, I 72 West
5
2.4 mi into trip | ~5m in | I 55; I 72; US 36

Merge onto I 55; I 72; US 36

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
7.1 mi into trip | ~11m in | I 55

Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 South: Saint Louis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
5
85 mi into trip | ~1h 34m in

Take the exit toward IL 159 South: Collinsville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 15A Toward IL 159 South: Collinsville
5
99.3 mi into trip | ~1h 58m in | IL 159 / South Illinois Street

Enter roundabout onto IL 159 / South Illinois Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 55 82.6 mi 1h 29m
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
Vandalia Street 3 mi 4m
Longest stretch: I 55 — 82.6 mi, about 1h 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Grandview, IL and Bremen, IL.

1

Start on Wolfe Street

34 ft · 5 sec · Wolfe Street
2

Turn right onto North Grand Avenue East

0.4 mi · 1 min · North Grand Avenue East
3

Turn right onto North Milton Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · North Milton Avenue
4

Turn left onto East Elm Street

0.3 mi · 46 sec · East Elm Street
5

Turn right onto IL 29

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Dirksen Parkway
6

Turn left onto IL 97

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Clear Lake Avenue
Use the left lane.
7

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 39 sec
Toward I 55 South, I 72 West
8

Merge onto I 55; I 72; US 36

4.7 mi · 5 min · I 55; I 72; US 36
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork onto I 55

78 mi · 1 hr 23 min · I 55
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 47 sec
Exit 15A Toward IL 159 South: Collinsville
11

Continue on IL 159

3.0 mi · 4 min · Vandalia Street
12

Continue on IL 159

1.3 mi · 1 min · South Morrison Avenue
13

Continue on IL 159

9.8 mi · 15 min · North Illinois Street
14

Enter roundabout onto IL 159

181 ft · 4 sec · South Illinois Street
15

Continue on IL 159

8.3 mi · 12 min · South Illinois Street
16

Continue on IL 159

6.1 mi · 9 min · State Route 159
17

Continue on IL 156; IL 159

0.2 mi · 19 sec · North Main Street
18

Continue on IL 159

0.2 mi · 13 sec · N Main St
19

Continue on IL 159

8.0 mi · 11 min · Main Street
20

Continue on IL 3

23 mi · 28 min · IL 3
21

Turn left onto IL 150

6.1 mi · 10 min · State Street
22

Turn slight left onto Chester Road

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Chester Road
23

Arrive at destination

Chester Road

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 75.9 miles from Grandview, IL, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.6 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 33 miles or 38m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 75.9 miles or 1h 25m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 34m

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 Grandview, 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 Grandview, IL

This is one driving day of about 151.8 miles and 3h 11m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Grandview, 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 55 for about 82.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 75.9 mi from Grandview, IL · 1h 25m into the drive

city in and seat of St. Clair County, Illinois, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Belleville, IL

76 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

Auburn, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Marine, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 75.9 miles from Grandview, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82.6 miles.

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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument

Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument

National Monument

In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and lynched two men. The event led to the founding of the National Assoc...

2 mi from route ~4 min detour Free
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$23.73 one way

$47.46 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 53 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $26.06 $52.11
premium $4.89 $29.21 $58.43
diesel $5.61 $33.52 $67.03

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$24

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$49–$74

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 53.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 45.5 0 $15.94 $7.29
Efficient EV 38 0 $13.28 $6.07
EV Truck/SUV 60.7 0 $21.25 $9.72

Gas CO2

53 kg

EV CO2

18 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Grandview, IL

Morning in Grandview on Friday

Local time

7:09 AM

CDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bremen, IL

Morning in Bremen on Friday

Local time

7:09 AM

CDT

Current temp

78°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

3 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

3h 11m 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 Grandview, IL to Bremen, IL covers 151.8 miles and takes about 3h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 55, IL 3, North Illinois Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 75.9 miles from Grandview, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.73 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

This is a straightforward 3h 11m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.4 miles (I 55; I 72; US 36): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Grandview, IL to Bremen, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Yes. Nearby national parks include Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument.

How this page is built

Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.

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