Trip from Mattoon, IL to Bremen, IL

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

3h 20m

Distance

164.4 mi

265 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$26

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min

4 AM

3h 9m ★

6 AM

3h 21m

8 AM

3h 45m

10 AM

3h 29m

12 PM

3h 27m

3 PM

3h 30m

5 PM

3h 43m

8 PM

3h 13m

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

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Trip Overview

This 164.4-mile drive from Mattoon, Illinois, to Bremen, Illinois, is a straightforward Midwest journey that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 3 hours and 20 minutes on the road, primarily on major highways. With a projected fuel cost of around $26, this route is quite budget-friendly for a day trip. The drive is focused on efficient travel, making it a practical option for getting from point A to point B without extensive detours. Given its manageable distance and duration, it’s well-suited for a quick weekend excursion or a convenient transit between these two Illinois locales.

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

82.2 miles from Mattoon, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 20m. Total distance: 164.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 88% of the journey utilizing major interstates. You'll experience the efficiency of interstate travel for most of the 164.4 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 87.4 miles on I-57, offering a significant period of consistent driving. While the main roads include I-57, I-64, and IL-127, the overall character leans heavily towards the speed and directness of high-speed corridors. Prepare for a driving experience that prioritizes covering distance quickly over winding scenic byways.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 87.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and I 64. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North 15th Street.

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 164.4 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (North 15th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (IL 16 / Charleston Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 45; IL 121 / Lakeland Boulevard): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

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

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | North 15th Street

Turn right onto North 15th Street

Navigation decision point

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | IL 16 / Charleston Avenue

Turn right onto IL 16 / Charleston Avenue

Navigation decision point

0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | US 45; IL 121 / Lakeland Boulevard

Turn left onto US 45; IL 121 / Lakeland Boulevard

Navigation decision point

30.8 mi into trip | ~36m in | I 57

Keep slight left at fork onto I 57 toward I 57 South: Memphis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 57 South: Memphis

164.2 mi into trip | ~3h 20m in | Chester Road

Turn sharp right onto Chester Road

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 57	87.4 mi	1h 34m
I 64	22.9 mi	24m
IL 127	22 mi	27m
IL 154	8.9 mi	13m
Main Street	6.6 mi	11m
Shawneetown	5.9 mi	10m
IL 150	4.2 mi	7m
Lakeland Boulevard	3.7 mi	5m

Longest stretch: I 57 — 87.4 mi, about 1h 34m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on this road

115 ft · 10 sec · this road

Turn right onto North 15th Street

0.1 mi · 32 sec · North 15th Street

Turn right onto IL 16

0.2 mi · 39 sec · Charleston Avenue

Turn left onto US 45; IL 121

3.7 mi · 5 min · Lakeland Boulevard

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 49 sec

Toward I-57 South: Effingham

Merge onto I 57

26 mi · 28 min · I 57

Keep slight left at fork onto I 57

61 mi · 1 hr 5 min · I 57

Toward I 57 South: Memphis

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 49 sec

Toward I 64 West: Saint Louis

Merge onto I 64

23 mi · 24 min · I 64

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 51 sec

Toward IL 127

Turn straight onto IL 127

22 mi · 27 min · IL 127

Turn right onto IL 13; IL 154

0.6 mi · 50 sec · West Water Street

Turn straight onto IL 13; IL 154

0.4 mi · 34 sec · Kennedy Drive

Enter roundabout onto IL 154

168 ft · 2 sec · IL 154

Continue on IL 154

8.9 mi · 13 min · IL 154

Turn left onto IL 150

4.2 mi · 7 min · IL 150

Keep slight right at fork onto IL 150

6.6 mi · 11 min · Main Street

Continue on IL 4; IL 150

5.9 mi · 10 min · Shawneetown

Turn sharp right onto Chester Road

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Chester Road

Arrive at destination

Chester Road

Trip Plan

With a total duration of just over 3 hours, this 164.4-mile trip is perfectly suited for a single-day adventure, offering flexibility in your departure time. Plan for one stop along the way to break up the 87.4-mile stretch on I-57, ensuring you stay refreshed. The estimated fuel cost of $26 makes it an economical choice, so monitor your fuel gauge, especially during the longer highway segments. Given the highway-focused nature, aim to depart earlier in the day to avoid potential midday traffic on the interstates. Keep an eye out for the transition points between I-57, I-64, and IL-127 to ensure you're following the most efficient path.

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 82.2 miles from Mattoon, IL, or about 1h 31m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 87.4 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 36 miles or 42m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 82.2 miles or 1h 31m 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 32m

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 Mattoon, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Mattoon, IL

This is one driving day of about 164.4 miles and 3h 20m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Mattoon, 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 57 for about 87.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 82.2 mi from Mattoon, IL · 1h 31m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Central City, IL

82 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

Altamont, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Odin, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 82.2 miles from Mattoon, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 87.4 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.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$25.70 one way

$51.40 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 58 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$28.22	$56.44
premium	$4.89	$31.64	$63.27
diesel	$5.61	$36.30	$72.59

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$26

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$51–$76

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 57.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	49.3	$17.26	$7.89
Efficient EV	41.1	$14.39	$6.58
EV Truck/SUV	65.8	$23.02	$10.52

Gas CO2

58 kg

EV CO2

19 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Mattoon, IL

Night in Mattoon on Thursday

Local time

9:49 PM

CDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bremen, IL

Night in Bremen on Thursday

Local time

9:49 PM

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

5 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 20m 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 Mattoon, IL to Bremen, IL covers 164.4 miles and takes about 3h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 57, I 64, IL 127. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 82.2 miles from Mattoon, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.70 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.

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

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Trip from Mattoon, IL to Bremen, IL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Bremen, IL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Mattoon, IL

Bremen, IL

Same local time

5 degrees warmer at arrival

3h 20m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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