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Trip from Serena, IL to Bremen, IL

Data updated 5 hours ago

Drive Time

5h 56m

Distance

300.2 mi

483 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$47

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

38 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 43m ★
6 AM
5h 57m
8 AM
6h 23m
10 AM
6h 6m
12 PM
6h 3m
3 PM
6h 7m
5 PM
6h 21m
8 PM
5h 49m

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

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Downtown Serena, IL, IL

Serena, IL

Mike Tyurin

Trip Overview

This 300.2-mile journey from Serena, Illinois, to Bremen, Illinois, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 5 hours and 56 minutes to complete. With a fuel cost estimated at $47, it's an economical drive through the heart of the Midwest. The route primarily utilizes I-55 and I-39, with a portion on IL-3, making it a highway-focused experience. Given its duration, this trip is best tackled in one go, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop.

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

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

150.1 miles from Serena, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 49m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 82% of the route on interstates like I-55 and I-39. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 142.7 miles on I-55, offering uninterrupted driving time. While the majority of the trip is on faster roads, the inclusion of IL-3 might introduce some variation as you progress. This route prioritizes efficient travel over winding scenic byways, so be prepared for a steady pace.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 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 I 39. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.4 miles in near US 52; IL 23 / E 18th Road.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 300.2 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 4.4 miles (US 52; IL 23 / E 18th Road): Navigation decision point; at 17.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 83.1 miles (US 51): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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
4.4 mi into trip | ~7m in | US 52; IL 23 / E 18th Road

At end of road, turn left onto US 52; IL 23 / E 18th Road

Navigation decision point

5
17.6 mi into trip | ~26m in

Take the ramp toward I 39 South, US 51 South: La Salle-Peru

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 39 South, US 51 South: La Salle-Peru
6
83.1 mi into trip | ~1h 37m in | US 51

Keep slight right at fork onto US 51 toward I 55 South, US 51 South: Peoria, Champaign, Saint Louis, Decatur

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 55 South, US 51 South: Peoria, Champai...
8
90.7 mi into trip | ~1h 45m 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
7
155.6 mi into trip | ~2h 55m 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

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Serena, IL and Bremen, IL, road signs point toward Champaign, Saint Louis, Decatur and Springfield.

Champaign

83.1 mi in | ~1h 37m | via US 51

Saint Louis

83.1 mi in | ~1h 37m | via US 51

Decatur

83.1 mi in | ~1h 37m | via US 51

Springfield

90.7 mi in | ~1h 45m | via I 55

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 55 142.7 mi 2h 34m
I 39 65.2 mi 1h 9m
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
US 51 7.6 mi 8m
E 18th Road 7 mi 10m
Longest stretch: I 55 — 142.7 mi, about 2h 34m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on North 3806th Road

85 ft · 9 sec · North 3806th Road
2

Turn left onto East 2282nd Road

360 ft · 17 sec · East 2282nd Road
3

Turn right onto US 52

4.3 mi · 6 min · North 38th Road
4

At end of road, turn left onto US 52; IL 23

7.0 mi · 10 min · E 18th Road
5

Continue on US 52

6.1 mi · 9 min · North 37th Road
6

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 44 sec
Toward I 39 South, US 51 South: La Salle-Peru
7

Merge onto I 39; US 51

65 mi · 1 hr 9 min · I 39; US 51
8

Keep slight right at fork onto US 51

7.6 mi · 8 min · US 51
Toward I 55 South, US 51 South: Peoria, Champaign, Saint Louis, Decatur
9

Keep slight right at fork onto I 55

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

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.
11

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 47 sec
Exit 15A Toward IL 159 South: Collinsville
12

Continue on IL 159

3.0 mi · 4 min · Vandalia Street
13

Continue on IL 159

1.3 mi · 1 min · South Morrison Avenue
14

Continue on IL 159

9.8 mi · 15 min · North Illinois Street
15

Enter roundabout onto IL 159

181 ft · 4 sec · South Illinois Street
16

Continue on IL 159

8.3 mi · 12 min · South Illinois Street
17

Continue on IL 159

6.1 mi · 9 min · State Route 159
18

Continue on IL 156; IL 159

0.2 mi · 19 sec · North Main Street
19

Continue on IL 159

0.2 mi · 13 sec · N Main St
20

Continue on IL 159

8.0 mi · 11 min · Main Street
21

Continue on IL 3

23 mi · 28 min · IL 3
22

Turn left onto IL 150

6.1 mi · 10 min · State Street
23

Turn slight left onto Chester Road

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Chester Road
24

Arrive at destination

Chester Road

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 5-hour, 56-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to avoid any potential traffic. With only one suggested stop, plan it strategically to break up the 300.2 miles. The longest stretch on I-55 is substantial, so ensure you have sufficient fuel before embarking on it. Given the highway-centric nature, rest stops will be readily available along the main interstates. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the 142.7-mile mark on I-55; topping up beforehand is a wise move.

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 150.1 miles from Serena, IL, or about 2h 49m 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 150.1 miles or 2h 49m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 40m

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 Serena, 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 Serena, IL

This is one driving day of about 300.2 miles and 5h 56m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Serena, 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 142.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 150.1 mi from Serena, IL · 2h 49m into the drive

city in Macon County, Illinois, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Decatur, IL

150 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

Normal, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Decatur, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 150.1 miles from Serena, 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 142.7 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.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

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...

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Free near mile 155.3
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$46.93 one way

$93.87 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 105 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $51.53 $103.06
premium $4.89 $57.77 $115.54
diesel $5.61 $66.28 $132.56

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$47

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$72–$97

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 105 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

38 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Hy-Vee - Tesla Supercharger

Peru, IL

Tesla

20 DCFC

County Market - Tesla Supercharger

Springfield, IL

Tesla

16 DCFC

Meijer - Tesla Supercharger

Normal, IL

Tesla

12 DCFC

Circle K - Tesla Supercharger

Normal, IL

Tesla

12 DCFC

Haymakers - Tesla Supercharger

Springfield, IL

Tesla

12 DCFC

Springfield, IL Rechargery Relay - S Dirksen Pkwy

Springfield, IL

IONNA

12 DCFC

Normal, IL

Normal, IL

RIVIAN_ADVENTURE

8 DCFC

Uptown Station Parking Deck - Tesla Supercharger

Normal, IL

Tesla

8 DCFC

ChargePoint Network: 8 Tesla: 7 Non-Networked: 4 FORD_CHARGE: 4 EV Connect: 3 Blink Network: 2 RIVIAN_ADVENTURE: 2 Electrify America: 2 UNIVERSAL: 2 eVgo Network: 1 RED_E: 1 IONNA: 1 CIRCLE_K: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 90.1 1 $31.52 $14.41
Efficient EV 75.1 0 $26.27 $12.01
EV Truck/SUV 120.1 1 $42.03 $19.21

Gas CO2

105 kg

EV CO2

35 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 data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Serena, IL

Late night in Serena on Wednesday

Local time

2:33 AM

CDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bremen, IL

Late night in Bremen on Wednesday

Local time

2:33 AM

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

25 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

5h 56m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Serena, IL to Bremen, IL covers 300.2 miles and takes about 5h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, I 39, 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 150.1 miles from Serena, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $46.93 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 300.2 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.4 miles (US 52; IL 23 / E 18th Road): Navigation decision point; at 17.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 83.1 miles (US 51): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Serena, IL and Bremen, IL, road signs point toward Champaign, Saint Louis, Decatur and Springfield.

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