How far is Crest Hill, IL from Bremen, IL?
The driving distance from Crest Hill, IL to Bremen, IL is about 52.1 miles (83.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 43.1 miles (69.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 38m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 19m.
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
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City in Randolph County, Illinois, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Crest Hill and Bremen.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crest Hill and Bremen.
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Start on Belvedere Drive
693 ft · 35 sec · Belvedere Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Bethesda Drive
1175 ft · 53 sec · Bethesda Drive
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Turn right onto Bernard Drive
1434 ft · 1 min · Bernard Drive
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Turn straight onto Eiler Road
837 ft · 25 sec · Eiler Road
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Turn right onto Old Saint Louis Road
1230 ft · 23 sec · Old Saint Louis Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1791 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
5.1 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right
1316 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight right
46 m · 4 sec
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Turn right onto South Illinois Street
7.2 mi · 11 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 Crest Hill and Bremen.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
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23.3 mi · 00h 29m
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 leaving Crest Hill and Showers And Thunderstorms near Bremen.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Crest Hill to Bremen?
The road trip is about 52.1 miles (83.8 km) and usually takes 01h 19m 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?
Red Bud is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29 miles from Crest Hill and 23.1 miles from Bremen.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 43.1 miles (69.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 9 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 3:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.94 one way or $13.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Crest Hill and Showers And Thunderstorms near Bremen.
Stop Ideas Near Red Bud
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Crest Hill and Bremen. Straight-line distance: 43.15 mi (69.45 km).
#1 Crest Hill
City in Will County, Illinois
| Population | 20,209 |
| Coordinates | 38.5395000, -90.0770500 |
| Altitude | 167 |
| 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: 84 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $6.94 | $13.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.83 | $15.65 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.56 | $17.13 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.76 | $19.52 |
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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