How far is Bremen, IL from Saint Jacob, IL?
The driving distance from Bremen, IL to Saint Jacob, IL is about 61.6 miles (99.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 51.3 miles (82.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 20m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 40m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bremen and Saint Jacob.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bremen and Saint Jacob.
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Start on Chester Road
1255 ft · 42 sec · Chester Road
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Turn sharp left
4.6 mi · 8 min
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Turn left
7.5 mi · 13 min
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Turn right onto West Jackson Street
643 ft · 18 sec · West Jackson Street
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Turn left onto South Market Street
6.2 mi · 9 min · South Market Street
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Continue straight
3.5 mi · 5 min
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Turn right
12.9 mi · 22 min
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Turn right onto North 3rd Street
24.1 mi · 38 min · North 3rd Street
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Turn right
742 ft · 27 sec
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Continue straight
599 ft · 28 sec
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Turn left onto US Highway 40
1.7 mi · 2 min · US Highway 40
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Turn right onto North Douglas Street
2337 ft · 1 min · North Douglas Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Douglas Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bremen and Saint Jacob.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North 3rd Street
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
24.1 mi · 00h 38m
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.
Sunny leaving Bremen and Sunny near Saint Jacob.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bremen to Saint Jacob?
The road trip is about 61.6 miles (99.2 km) and usually takes 01h 40m 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?
Saint Libory is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.8 miles from Bremen and 30.8 miles from Saint Jacob.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 51.3 miles (82.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.3 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 3:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.18 one way or $16.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bremen and Sunny near Saint Jacob.
Stop Ideas Near Saint Libory
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 Saint Libory.
Gateway Transportation Center
Centralia station
Du Quoin
Kirkwood
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bremen and Saint Jacob. Straight-line distance: 51.33 mi (82.61 km).
#1 Bremen
A village in Ford County, Illinois.
| Population | 106,197 |
| Coordinates | 37.9711600, -89.7473300 |
| Altitude | 171 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saint Jacob
Human settlement in Madison County, Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 1,408 |
| Coordinates | 38.7139400, -89.7681500 |
| Altitude | 157 |
| Country | United States |
End: Saint Jacob (-89.76815, 38.71394)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 99 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 46m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $8.18 | $16.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.23 | $18.46 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.10 | $20.20 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.51 | $23.02 |
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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