How far is Broadwell, IL from Bremen, IL?
The driving distance from Broadwell, IL to Bremen, IL is about 161.2 miles (259.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 145.8 miles (234.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 41m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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 02h 50m.
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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Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Broadwell and Bremen.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Broadwell and Bremen.
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Start on Old Route 66
1028 ft · 18 sec · Old Route 66
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Turn straight onto 800th Avenue
2007 ft · 1 min · 800th Avenue
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Turn left onto I 55 South: Springfield
1814 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
26.7 mi · 29 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 55 South: Saint Louis
77.9 mi · 1 hr 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 159 South: Collinsville
1434 ft · 48 sec
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Continue on Vandalia Street
3 mi · 5 min · Vandalia Street
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Continue on South Morrison Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · South Morrison Avenue
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Continue on North Illinois Street
9.8 mi · 15 min · North Illinois Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Illinois Street
55 m · 5 sec · South Illinois Street
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Exit the rotary onto South Illinois Street
8.3 mi · 13 min · South Illinois Street
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Continue on State Route 159
6.1 mi · 9 min · State Route 159
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Continue on North Main Street
1163 ft · 20 sec · North Main Street
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Continue on N Main St
810 ft · 14 sec · N Main St
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Continue on Main Street
8 mi · 12 min · Main Street
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Continue straight
23.3 mi · 29 min
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Turn left onto State Street
6.1 mi · 11 min · State Street
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Turn slight left onto Chester Road
1255 ft · 34 sec · Chester Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Chester Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Broadwell and Bremen.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 55 South
Keep slight left to continue on I 55 South: Saint Louis
77.9 mi · 01h 24m
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.
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy leaving Broadwell and Mostly Cloudy near Bremen.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Broadwell to Bremen?
The road trip is about 161.2 miles (259.5 km) and usually takes 02h 50m 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?
Worden is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.2 miles from Broadwell and 75.1 miles from Bremen.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 145.8 miles (234.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.4 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:48 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.62 one way or $53.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy around Broadwell and Mostly Cloudy near Bremen.
Stop Ideas Near Worden
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 Worden.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Broadwell and Bremen. Straight-line distance: 145.8 mi (234.64 km).
#1 Broadwell
Township in Logan County, Illinois
| Population | 135 |
| Coordinates | 40.0681000, -89.4431600 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bremen
A village in Ford County, Illinois.
| Population | 106,197 |
| Coordinates | 37.9711600, -89.7473300 |
| Altitude | 171 |
| Country | United States |
End: Chester Road (-89.747306, 37.97116)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 260 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
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 | $4.68 | $26.62 | $53.25 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $30.10 | $60.20 |
| Premium | $5.85 | $33.29 | $66.57 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $37.69 | $75.38 |
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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