How far is Bremen, IL from Buena Vista, IL?
The driving distance from Bremen, IL to Buena Vista, IL is about 82.2 miles (132.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 65.9 miles (106 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Illinois, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bremen and Buena Vista.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bremen and Buena Vista.
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Start on Chester Road
1255 ft · 34 sec · Chester Road
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Turn slight right
6.2 mi · 11 min
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Turn left onto Opdyke Street
22.9 mi · 26 min · Opdyke Street
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Turn left
8.3 mi · 10 min
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Continue on West Main Street
6.5 mi · 10 min · West Main Street
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Continue on West Walnut Street
1.9 mi · 4 min · West Walnut Street
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Continue on East Main Street
9.7 mi · 14 min · East Main Street
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Continue on West Deyoung Street
25.7 mi · 35 min · West Deyoung Street
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Turn left onto West Poplar Street
1.1 km · 2 min · West Poplar Street
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Turn left
50 m · 12 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bremen and Buena Vista.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Deyoung Street
Continue on West Deyoung Street
25.7 mi · 00h 35m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Bremen and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Buena Vista.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bremen to Buena Vista?
The road trip is about 82.2 miles (132.3 km) and usually takes 01h 53m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Carbondale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41 miles from Bremen and 41.2 miles from Buena Vista.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 65.9 miles (106 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.94 one way or $21.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Bremen and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Buena Vista.
Stop Ideas Near Carbondale
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Carbondale.
Carbondale station
Marion, IL
Du Quoin
Vienna, IL
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bremen and Buena Vista. Straight-line distance: 65.88 mi (106.03 km).
#1 Bremen
A village in Ford County, Illinois.
| Population | 106,197 |
| Coordinates | 37.9711600, -89.7473300 |
| Altitude | 171 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Buena Vista
Township in Schuyler County, Illinois
| Population | 1,684 |
| Coordinates | 37.7383800, -88.5761600 |
| Altitude | 122 |
| Country | United States |
End: Buena Vista (-88.57616, 37.73838)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 132 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $10.94 | $21.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.33 | $24.67 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.50 | $26.99 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.38 | $30.76 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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