Origin
Wadsworth, IL
Morning in Wadsworth on Monday
Local time
9:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wadsworth, IL to Bremen, IL
Drive Time
6h 5m
Distance
370 mi
595 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 53m
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6 AM
6h 6m
8 AM
6h 31m
10 AM
6h 15m
12 PM
6h 12m
3 PM
6h 16m
5 PM
6h 30m
8 PM
5h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wadsworth, IL
Max Rottersman
Trip Overview
The drive from Wadsworth, IL to Bremen, IL covers 370 miles and takes about 6h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Wadsworth Road, North Skokie Highway, IL 43 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $56.20 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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
185 miles from Wadsworth, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 2m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 5m drive with frequent turns across 370 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Wadsworth Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 5m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Wadsworth, IL to Bremen, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Wadsworth Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Skokie Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| IL 43 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Waukegan Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Buckley Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 94 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Tri-State Tollway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 55 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Wadsworth Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wadsworth, IL and Bremen, IL.
1
Start on North Chicago Avenue
59 ft
·
8 sec
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North Chicago Avenue
2
Turn left onto West Wadsworth Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Wadsworth Road
3
Turn left onto North Skokie Highway
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
North Skokie Highway
4
Turn slight right onto IL 43 South, IL 120 West
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
IL 43 South, IL 120 West
5
Continue on Waukegan Road
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Waukegan Road
6
Turn right onto Buckley Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Buckley Road
7
Take the ramp slight left toward I 94 Toll East: Chicago
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
I 94 Toll East: Chicago
8
Merge slight left onto Tri-State Tollway
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
9
Keep slight right to continue on Tri-State Tollway
23 mi
·
28 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
10
Keep slight left to continue on Tri-State Tollway
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
11
Keep slight right to continue on Tri-State Tollway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 55: Chicago, St. Louis
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 55: Chicago, St. Louis
13
Keep slight right to continue on I 55 South: Saint Louis
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
I 55 South: Saint Louis
14
Merge slight left onto Adlai Stevenson Expressway
119 mi
·
2 hr 13 min
·
Adlai Stevenson Expressway
15
Keep slight right to continue on I 55 South: Saint Louis, Springfield
65 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
I 55 South: Saint Louis, Springfield
16
Keep slight left to continue on I 55 South: Saint Louis
78 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
·
I 55 South: Saint Louis
17
Take the exit slight right toward IL 159 South: Collinsville
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
IL 159 South: Collinsville
18
Continue on Vandalia Street
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Vandalia Street
19
Continue on South Morrison Avenue
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Morrison Avenue
20
Continue on North Illinois Street
9.8 mi
·
15 min
·
North Illinois Street
21
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Illinois Street
180 ft
·
5 sec
·
Illinois Street
22
Exit the rotary onto South Illinois Street
8.3 mi
·
12 min
·
South Illinois Street
23
Continue on State Route 159
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
State Route 159
24
Continue on North Main Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
North Main Street
25
Continue on N Main St
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
N Main St
26
Continue on Main Street
8.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Main Street
27
Continue straight
23 mi
·
28 min
28
Turn left onto State Street
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
State Street
29
Turn slight left onto Chester Road
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Chester Road
30
Arrive at your destination
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 185 miles from Wadsworth, IL, or about 3h 2m into the drive.
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 81 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 185 miles or 3h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 6m
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 Wadsworth, 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 Wadsworth, IL
This is one driving day of about 370 miles and 6h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 81 miles from Wadsworth, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 185 mi from Wadsworth, IL · 3h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
185 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 81 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 185 miles from Wadsworth, 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
$56.20 one way
$112.40 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
130 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $61.95 | $123.91 |
| premium | $4.80 | $69.85 | $139.70 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $82.20 | $164.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$56
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 129.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 111 | 1 | $38.85 | $17.76 |
| Efficient EV | 92.5 | 1 | $32.38 | $14.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 148 | 1 | $51.80 | $23.68 |
Gas CO2
129 kg
EV CO2
43 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.
Destination
Bremen, IL
Morning in Bremen on Monday
Local time
9:42 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
23 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
6h 5m 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 Wadsworth, IL to Bremen, IL covers 370 miles and takes about 6h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Wadsworth Road, North Skokie Highway, IL 43 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 185 miles from Wadsworth, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $56.20 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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 5m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Wadsworth, IL to Bremen, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Wadsworth, IL to Bremen, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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