How far is Carrier Mills, IL from Bremen, IL?
The driving distance from Carrier Mills, IL to Bremen, IL is about 77.2 miles (124.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 64 miles (103 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 06m 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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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carrier Mills and Bremen.
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Start on Main Street
4 m · 3 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Oak Street
139 m · 22 sec · Oak Street
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Turn right onto North Mill Street
1.6 km · 2 min · North Mill Street
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Continue on Carrier Mills Road
2.4 mi · 6 min · Carrier Mills Road
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Turn left
39.8 mi · 55 min
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Continue on Walnut Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · Walnut Street
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Continue straight
6.1 mi · 7 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
22.9 mi · 26 min
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Keep slight right
65 m · 3 sec
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Merge slight left onto State Street
6.2 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 Carrier Mills and Bremen.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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39.8 mi · 00h 55m
Route Summary
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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 Carrier Mills 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 Carrier Mills to Bremen?
The road trip is about 77.2 miles (124.2 km) and usually takes 01h 33m 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?
Murphysboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.4 miles from Carrier Mills and 36.8 miles from Bremen.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 64 miles (103 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.2 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 3:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.26 one way or $20.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Carrier Mills and Mostly Cloudy near Bremen.
Stop Ideas Near Murphysboro
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Carrier Mills and Bremen. Straight-line distance: 63.97 mi (102.95 km).
#1 Carrier Mills
City in Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 1,527 |
| Coordinates | 37.6842200, -88.6328300 |
| Altitude | 118 |
| 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: 124 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 57m |
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 | $10.26 | $20.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.57 | $23.14 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.66 | $25.32 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.43 | $28.85 |
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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