The drive from Round Lake Beach, IL to Bremen, IL covers 377 miles and takes about 7h 31m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 55, Adlai Stevenson Expressway, IL 3 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 142.7 miles on I 55.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $58.94 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
188.5 miles from Round Lake Beach, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 42m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 31m. Total distance: 377 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 31m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Drive Character
This is a 7h 31m highway drive covering 377 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and Adlai Stevenson Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 142.7 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 34 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 142.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and Adlai Stevenson Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 23.5 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 377 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 23.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 28.1 miles (IL 53): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35.1 miles (I 355): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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23.5 mi into trip|~34m in
Take the ramp toward IL 53 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward IL 53 South
8
28.1 mi into trip|~41m in|IL 53
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 53 toward I 290 East: Chicago, Biesterfield Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 290 East: Chicago, Biesterfield Road
8
35.1 mi into trip|~50m in|I 355
Keep slight left at fork onto I 355 toward I 355 South Tollway: Joliet
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 7
Toward I 355 South Tollway: Joliet
8
55.2 mi into trip|~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward I 55 South: Joliet Road, Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 12A
Toward I 55 South: Joliet Road, Saint Louis
8
167.6 mi into trip|~3h 19m in|I 55
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 South: Saint Louis, Springfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis, Springfield
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Round Lake Beach, IL and Bremen, IL, road signs point toward Saint Louis, Joliet Road South and Springfield.
Saint Louis
55.2 mi in|~1h 15m
Joliet Road South
55.5 mi in|~1h 16m
Springfield
167.6 mi in|~3h 19m|via I 55
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 55
142.7 mi
2h 34m
Adlai Stevenson Expressway
111.5 mi
2h 2m
IL 3
23.3 mi
28m
I 355
20.1 mi
25m
US 12
17.3 mi
24m
IL 53
11.3 mi
14m
North Illinois Street
9.8 mi
15m
South Illinois Street
8.3 mi
12m
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 142.7 mi, about 2h 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Round Lake Beach, IL and Bremen, IL.
1
Start on this road
142 ft·12 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto CR V63
1.4 mi·2 min·North Cedar Lake Road
3
Turn right onto Nippersink Avenue
0.1 mi·19 sec·Nippersink Avenue
4
Turn left onto South Cedar Lake Road
1.0 mi·1 min·South Cedar Lake Road
5
Turn right onto IL 120
3.6 mi·5 min·West Belvidere Road
6
Turn left onto US 12; IL 59
0.1 mi·17 sec·US 12; IL 59
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on US 12; IL 59
0.1 mi·7 sec·US 12; IL 59
8
Continue on US 12; IL 59
1.7 mi·1 min·US 12; IL 59
9
Continue on US 12; IL 59
1.1 mi·1 min·US 12; IL 59
10
Continue on US 12; IL 59
14 mi·20 min·US 12; IL 59
Use the left lane.
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward IL 53 SouthUse the right lane.
12
Merge onto IL 53
4.4 mi·5 min·IL 53
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 53
7.0 mi·9 min·IL 53
Toward I 290 East: Chicago, Biesterfield RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 355
20 mi·25 min·I 355
Exit 7Toward I 355 South Tollway: JolietUse the slight left lane.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 12AToward I 55 South: Joliet Road, Saint LouisUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward Joliet Road SouthUse the slight left lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·17 sec
Toward I 55 South: Saint LouisUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto I 55
112 mi·2 hr 2 min·Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55
65 mi·1 hr 10 min·I 55
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis, SpringfieldUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
78 mi·1 hr 23 min·I 55
Toward I 55 South: Saint LouisUse the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi·47 sec
Exit 15AToward IL 159 South: Collinsville
22
Continue on IL 159
3.0 mi·4 min·Vandalia Street
23
Continue on IL 159
1.3 mi·1 min·South Morrison Avenue
24
Continue on IL 159
9.8 mi·15 min·North Illinois Street
25
Enter roundabout onto IL 159
181 ft·4 sec·South Illinois Street
26
Continue on IL 159
8.3 mi·12 min·South Illinois Street
27
Continue on IL 159
6.1 mi·9 min·State Route 159
28
Continue on IL 156; IL 159
0.2 mi·19 sec·North Main Street
29
Continue on IL 159
0.2 mi·13 sec·N Main St
30
Continue on IL 159
8.0 mi·11 min·Main Street
31
Continue on IL 3
23 mi·28 min·IL 3
32
Turn left onto IL 150
6.1 mi·10 min·State Street
33
Turn slight left onto Chester Road
0.2 mi·34 sec·Chester Road
34
Arrive at destination
Chester Road
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 188.5 miles from Round Lake Beach, IL, or about 3h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 142.7 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 83 miles or 1h 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 188.5 miles or 3h 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 5m
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 Round Lake Beach, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Round Lake Beach, IL
This is one driving day of about 377 miles and 7h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 83 miles from Round Lake Beach, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 142.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 188.5 mi from Round Lake Beach, IL
· 3h 42m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came tog...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$58.94 one way
$117.88 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg132 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$64.71
$129.43
premium
$4.89
$72.55
$145.10
diesel
$5.61
$83.24
$166.47
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$59
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$84–$109
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 131.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $40 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
113.1
1
$39.58
$18.10
Efficient EV
94.3
1
$32.99
$15.08
EV Truck/SUV
150.8
1
$52.78
$24.13
Gas CO2
132 kg
EV CO2
44 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Round Lake Beach, IL
Afternoon
in Round Lake Beach on Friday
Local time
3:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bremen, IL
Afternoon
in Bremen on Friday
Local time
3:40 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
30 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
7h 31m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Round Lake Beach, IL to Bremen, IL covers 377 miles and takes about 7h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, Adlai Stevenson Expressway, IL 3. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 188.5 miles from Round Lake Beach, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $58.94 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 377 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 23.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 28.1 miles (IL 53): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35.1 miles (I 355): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Round Lake Beach, IL and Bremen, IL, road signs point toward Saint Louis, Joliet Road South and Springfield.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument and Pullman National Historical Park.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
