Origin
Warrenville, IL
Evening in Warrenville on Friday
Local time
7:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Warrenville, IL to Bremen, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 33m
Distance
328.5 mi
529 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$51
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 21m
★
6 AM
6h 34m
8 AM
6h 58m
10 AM
6h 42m
12 PM
6h 40m
3 PM
6h 43m
5 PM
6h 57m
8 PM
6h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Warrenville, IL
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Trip Overview
This 328.5-mile journey from Warrenville, IL, to Bremen, IL, is designed as a single-day adventure, taking approximately 6 hours and 33 minutes. The route primarily utilizes I-55, making it a highway-focused drive through the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of $51, this trip is quite budget-friendly. You'll encounter one planned stop along the way, offering a chance to break up the drive. The majority of your travel will be on I-55, so expect a consistent pace for most of the trip.
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
164.2 miles from Warrenville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 11m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 33m. Total distance: 328.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 33m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for 85% of this 328.5-mile trip, predominantly on I-55. The character of this route is largely consistent, with a longest stretch of 248.6 miles on I-55, meaning long periods of uninterrupted driving. While the main roads include I-55, IL 3, and North Illinois Street, the interstate will be your primary companion. This means you'll likely experience a steady, efficient pace for the bulk of your travel, with fewer scenic detours and more direct transit.
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 248.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and IL 3. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in near US 34 / West Ogden Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 328.5 miles you will encounter 9 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 2.8 miles (US 34 / West Ogden Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles (North Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.1 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.8 mi into trip
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~5m in
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US 34 / West Ogden Avenue
Turn left onto US 34 / West Ogden Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
3.2 mi into trip
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~6m in
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North Washington Street
Turn right onto North Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
13.1 mi into trip
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~27m in
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I 55
Merge onto I 55
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
119 mi into trip
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~2h 22m in
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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
183.8 mi into trip
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~3h 32m in
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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.
On the drive from Warrenville, IL to Bremen, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Springfield along the way.
Springfield
119 mi in
|
~2h 22m
|
via I 55
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 248.6 mi | 4h 29m |
| 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 |
| North Washington Street | 5.3 mi | 11m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 248.6 mi, about 4h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Warrenville, IL and Bremen, IL.
1
Start on Warrenville Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Warrenville Road
2
Continue on Mill Street
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Mill Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto US 34
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
West Ogden Avenue
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto North Washington Street
5.3 mi
·
11 min
·
North Washington Street
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto Washington Street
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
Washington Street
6
Continue on Weber Road
3.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Weber Road
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 55 South: Bloomington
8
Merge onto I 55
106 mi
·
1 hr 55 min
·
I 55
Use the right lane.
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
Given the 6-hour and 33-minute duration, starting your drive from Warrenville, IL, in the early morning will allow you to reach Bremen, IL, comfortably within a single day. The longest stretch is a considerable 248.6 miles on I-55, so plan your single stop strategically around the halfway point for fuel and a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the longer segments on I-55, as services can sometimes be spaced out on interstates. The $51 fuel cost is a reasonable estimate, but it's always wise to have a little extra buffer.
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 164.2 miles from Warrenville, IL, or about 3h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 248.6 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 72 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 164.2 miles or 3h 11m 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 9m
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 Warrenville, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Warrenville, IL
This is one driving day of about 328.5 miles and 6h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 72 miles from Warrenville, 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 248.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 164.2 mi from Warrenville, IL · 3h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
164 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 72 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 164.2 miles from Warrenville, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 248.6 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$51.36 one way
$102.71 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
115 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $56.39 | $112.78 |
| premium | $4.89 | $63.22 | $126.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $72.53 | $145.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$51
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 114.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 98.6 | 1 | $34.49 | $15.77 |
| Efficient EV | 82.1 | 0 | $28.74 | $13.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 131.4 | 1 | $45.99 | $21.02 |
Gas CO2
115 kg
EV CO2
38 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
Evening in Bremen on Friday
Local time
7:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 8 mph
32% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 12:33PM CDT until April 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 16 at 12:29PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
78°F
Springfield, IL
164 mi in
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
29 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 33m 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 Warrenville, IL to Bremen, IL covers 328.5 miles and takes about 6h 33m 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. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 164.2 miles from Warrenville, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $51.36 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 328.5 miles you will encounter 9 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 2.8 miles (US 34 / West Ogden Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles (North Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.1 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Warrenville, IL to Bremen, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Springfield along the way.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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