Origin
Hillsboro, IL
Evening in Hillsboro on Friday
Local time
6:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hillsboro, 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
2h 35m
Distance
115.5 mi
186 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 25m
★
6 AM
2h 35m
8 AM
2h 56m
10 AM
2h 42m
12 PM
2h 40m
3 PM
2h 43m
5 PM
2h 55m
8 PM
2h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hillsboro, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Hillsboro, IL to Bremen, IL covers 115.5 miles and takes about 2h 35m 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 mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 37.7 miles on I 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.06 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
57.8 miles from Hillsboro, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 35m. Total distance: 115.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The drive from Hillsboro, IL to Bremen, IL covers 115.5 miles and takes about 2h 35m, 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 21 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 37.7 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 around 0.1 miles in near IL 16; IL 127 / South Hamilton Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hillsboro, IL to Bremen, IL is easy. At 2h 35m with 58% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (IL 16; IL 127 / South Hamilton Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 11.1 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 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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IL 16; IL 127 / South Hamilton Street
Turn left onto IL 16; IL 127 / South Hamilton Street
Navigation decision point
3
10.4 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the ramp toward I 55 South: East Saint Louis
Navigation decision point
Toward I 55 South: East Saint Louis
5
11.1 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
I 55
Merge onto I 55
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
48.8 mi into trip
|
~58m 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
63 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m 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 | 37.7 mi | 40m |
| 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 |
| Springfield Road | 7.4 mi | 10m |
| State Route 159 | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| State Street | 6.1 mi | 10m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 37.7 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hillsboro, IL and Bremen, IL.
1
Start on West Seward Street
279 ft
·
17 sec
·
West Seward Street
2
Turn left onto IL 16; IL 127
105 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Hamilton Street
3
Turn slight left onto IL 16; IL 127
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Springfield Road
4
Continue on IL 16
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
East Union Avenue
5
Continue on IL 16
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 1200 N
6
Take the ramp
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 55 South: East Saint Louis
7
Merge onto I 55
38 mi
·
40 min
·
I 55
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 15A
Toward IL 159 South: Collinsville
9
Continue on IL 159
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Vandalia Street
10
Continue on IL 159
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Morrison Avenue
11
Continue on IL 159
9.8 mi
·
15 min
·
North Illinois Street
12
Enter roundabout onto IL 159
181 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Illinois Street
13
Continue on IL 159
8.3 mi
·
12 min
·
South Illinois Street
14
Continue on IL 159
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
State Route 159
15
Continue on IL 156; IL 159
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
North Main Street
16
Continue on IL 159
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
N Main St
17
Continue on IL 159
8.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Main Street
18
Continue on IL 3
23 mi
·
28 min
·
IL 3
19
Turn left onto IL 150
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
State Street
20
Turn slight left onto Chester Road
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Chester Road
21
Arrive at destination
Chester Road
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 57.8 miles from Hillsboro, IL, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.7 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 25 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.8 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 2h 5m
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 Hillsboro, 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 Hillsboro, IL
This is one driving day of about 115.5 miles and 2h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Hillsboro, 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 37.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.8 mi from Hillsboro, IL · 1h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 57.8 miles from Hillsboro, 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
$18.06 one way
$36.11 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $19.83 | $39.65 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.23 | $44.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.50 | $51.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.7 | 0 | $12.13 | $5.54 |
| Efficient EV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.11 | $4.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.2 | 0 | $16.17 | $7.39 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (65% 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 Friday
Local time
6:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 9 mph
32% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:30AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:30AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
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
7 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
2h 35m 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 Hillsboro, IL to Bremen, IL covers 115.5 miles and takes about 2h 35m 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. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.8 miles from Hillsboro, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.06 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Hillsboro, IL to Bremen, IL is easy. At 2h 35m with 58% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (IL 16; IL 127 / South Hamilton Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 11.1 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Hillsboro, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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