Origin
Mount Olive, IL
Night in Mount Olive on Tuesday
Local time
9:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Mount Olive, IL to Bremen, IL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 12m
Distance
97.9 mi
158 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 3m
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6 AM
2h 12m
8 AM
2h 31m
10 AM
2h 19m
12 PM
2h 17m
3 PM
2h 20m
5 PM
2h 30m
8 PM
2h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Olive, IL
Jo Kassis
Trip Overview
Spanning 97.9 miles across the Illinois Midwest, this drive between Mount Olive and Bremen is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 12 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, it works perfectly as a convenient one-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $15 for fuel to cover the distance, making this an economical choice for your travel plans. Navigating the route involves a blend of I-55, IL-3, and North Illinois Street, offering a mix of different road types. It serves as a practical, efficient connection within the state, allowing you to reach your destination without the fatigue of a multi-day trek.
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
49 miles from Mount Olive, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This trip features a mixed drive profile, with roughly 60% of your time spent on highways. You will experience a variety of road conditions, transitioning from the faster pace of I-55 to the more local feel of IL-3 and North Illinois Street. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 29.2-mile segment on I-55, which provides the most consistent driving experience before you transition to secondary roads. Expect the character of the journey to shift as you move away from the interstate and onto the local thoroughfares. This combination keeps the drive from feeling like a monotonous grind, offering a balanced experience behind the wheel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 29.2 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 1.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Mount Olive, IL to Bremen, IL is easy. At 2h 12m with 60% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.6 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 55 South: East St. Louis
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 55 South: East St. Louis
5
2 mi into trip
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~3m in
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I 55
Merge onto I 55
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
31.2 mi into trip
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~35m 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
45.4 mi into trip
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~58m 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
91.6 mi into trip
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~2h 1m in
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IL 150 / State Street
Turn left onto IL 150 / State Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 29.2 mi | 31m |
| 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
— 29.2 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Olive, IL and Bremen, IL.
1
Start on West Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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West Main Street
2
Turn straight onto IL 138
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Lakeview Drive
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 55 South: East St. Louis
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto I 55
29 mi
·
31 min
·
I 55
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 15A
Toward IL 159 South: Collinsville
6
Continue on IL 159
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Vandalia Street
7
Continue on IL 159
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Morrison Avenue
8
Continue on IL 159
9.8 mi
·
15 min
·
North Illinois Street
9
Enter roundabout onto IL 159
181 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Illinois Street
10
Continue on IL 159
8.3 mi
·
12 min
·
South Illinois Street
11
Continue on IL 159
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
State Route 159
12
Continue on IL 156; IL 159
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
North Main Street
13
Continue on IL 159
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
N Main St
14
Continue on IL 159
8.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Main Street
15
Continue on IL 3
23 mi
·
28 min
·
IL 3
16
Turn left onto IL 150
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
State Street
17
Turn slight left onto Chester Road
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
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Chester Road
18
Arrive at destination
Chester Road
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is just over two hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time and pace. You won't need to plan for any formal stops along the way, but keeping your fuel levels monitored is a smart move given the $15 estimated cost. Try to avoid peak traffic hours when transitioning onto North Illinois Street to ensure a smoother conclusion to your trip. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you can easily adjust your schedule if you need a quick break or want to reach Bremen ahead of your original arrival time. Use the 29.2-mile stretch on I-55 to make steady progress early in your journey so you can navigate the local road portions with ease.
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 49 miles from Mount Olive, IL, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.2 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 80 miles or 1h 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49 miles or 1h 3m 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 47m
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 Mount Olive, 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 Mount Olive, IL
This is one driving day of about 97.9 miles and 2h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Mount Olive, 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 I 55 for about 29.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49 mi from Mount Olive, IL · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49 miles from Mount Olive, 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
$15.31 one way
$30.61 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.80 | $33.61 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.84 | $37.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.62 | $43.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.4 | 0 | $10.28 | $4.70 |
| Efficient EV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.57 | $3.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.2 | 0 | $13.71 | $6.27 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Night in Bremen on Tuesday
Local time
9:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°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
16 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 12m 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 Mount Olive, IL to Bremen, IL covers 97.9 miles and takes about 2h 12m 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 49 miles from Mount Olive, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.31 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 Mount Olive, IL to Bremen, IL is easy. At 2h 12m with 60% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Mount Olive, IL to Bremen, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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