How far is Crestwood, IL from Bremen, IL?

Fastest route

The route from Crestwood, Illinois, to Bremen Township, Illinois, covers a distance of 5.5 miles (approximately 8.85 kilometers) and takes about 11 minutes to travel. The fastest route involves using W Cal Sag Rd and S Pulaski Rd.

Directions

  1. Head southeast on W Cal Sag Rd toward W Playfield Dr for 1.6 miles.
  2. Turn left onto W 135th St and continue for 0.5 miles.
  3. Turn right onto Crawford Ave/S Pulaski Rd and follow it for 3.3 miles, passing by KFC on the left.
  4. Turn right onto Fieldcrest Dr and go 0.1 miles to reach Bremen Township, Illinois.

Tips & Suggestions

  • ๐Ÿš— Use W Cal Sag Rd and S Pulaski Rd for the fastest route.
  • ๐Ÿ• Allow around 11 minutes for the journey.
  • ๐Ÿšฆ Check for traffic conditions before starting your trip.
  • ๐Ÿšธ Be aware of potential stops or delays along S Pulaski Rd.
  • ๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ Stay on the designated route to avoid unnecessary detours.

FAQs

Q: How long is the distance between Crestwood and Bremen Township? A: The distance is approximately 5.5 miles (8.85 kilometers).

Q: Which roads should I take for the fastest route? A: Use W Cal Sag Rd and S Pulaski Rd for the fastest route.

Q: How much time does it take to travel from Crestwood to Bremen Township? A: The journey takes about 11 minutes.

Q: Are there any potential delays to consider during the trip? A: It's advisable to check for traffic conditions before starting your journey.

Q: Are there any notable landmarks or stops along S Pulaski Rd? A: You will pass by KFC on the left while traveling along S Pulaski Rd.

Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
66.5 mi
01h 26m
Flight
50.84 mi
81.82 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
50.84 mi
Kilometers
81.82 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
66.5 mi
Kilometers
107.02 km
Drive Time
01h 26m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 26m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Bremen
Sun, Apr 19, 4:54 AM CDT
Return by in Crestwood
Sun, Apr 19, 6:21 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Crestwood
2026-04-19T03:28
Arrive Bremen
Sun, Apr 19, 4:54 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 26m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:26 AM to 11:26 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:38 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Crestwood
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Murphysboro
IL

Town in Illinois

From Crestwood
35 mi
00h 43m
To Bremen
31.4 mi
00h 43m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
67ยฐF
Sunday

Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph WNW
Destination
66ยฐF
Sunday

Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Crestwood and Bremen.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Crestwood and Bremen.

  1. 1

    Start on Pinewood Drive

    117 m ยท 19 sec ยท Pinewood Drive

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Ridgeway

    86 m ยท 18 sec ยท Ridgeway

  3. 3

    Turn left onto McKinney Chapel Road

    78 m ยท 11 sec ยท McKinney Chapel Road

  4. 4

    Continue on McKinney Chapel Road

    2617 ft ยท 2 min ยท McKinney Chapel Road

  5. 5

    Turn right onto Power Plant Road

    2.7 mi ยท 7 min ยท Power Plant Road

  6. 6

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Lake Egypt Road

    1.5 km ยท 2 min ยท Lake Egypt Road

  7. 7

    Turn left

    1753 ft ยท 32 sec

  8. 8

    At the end of the road, turn right

    8.8 mi ยท 12 min

  9. 9

    Turn left

    32 m ยท 3 sec

  10. 10

    Turn right onto North Refuge Road

    1.4 km ยท 1 min ยท North Refuge Road

  11. 11

    Continue on IL-148

    907 ft ยท 17 sec ยท IL-148

  12. 12

    Turn left onto IL-13

    18 mi ยท 28 min ยท IL-13

  13. 13

    Continue on Walnut Street

    2.2 mi ยท 3 min ยท Walnut Street

  14. 14

    Continue straight

    6.1 mi ยท 7 min

  15. 15

    At the end of the road, turn right

    22.9 mi ยท 26 min

  16. 16

    Keep slight right

    65 m ยท 3 sec

  17. 17

    Merge slight left onto State Street

    6.2 mi ยท 11 min ยท State Street

  18. 18

    Turn slight left onto Chester Road

    1255 ft ยท 34 sec ยท Chester Road

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m ยท 1 sec ยท Chester Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Crestwood and Bremen.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
19 steps
11 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
1 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
28.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
IL-13
18 mi ยท 27%
Walnut Street
8.34 mi ยท 13%
State Street
6.23 mi ยท 9%
Power Plant Road
2.7 mi ยท 4%
Lake Egypt Road
0.95 mi ยท 1%
North Refuge Road
0.84 mi ยท 1%
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

At the end of the road, turn right

22.9 mi ยท 00h 26m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 26m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+15.7 mi
50.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Murphysboro
00h 43m from Crestwood
Leave By
3:38 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Crestwood and Sunny near Bremen.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Crestwood to Bremen?

The road trip is about 66.5 miles (107 km) and usually takes 01h 26m 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 35 miles from Crestwood and 31.4 miles from Bremen.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 50.8 miles (81.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.7 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 3:38 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.86 one way or $17.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Crestwood and Sunny near Bremen.

Stop Ideas Near Murphysboro

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Murphysboro, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Murphysboro.

RAIL

Carbondale station

11 mi away
401 South Illinois St.
RAIL

Du Quoin

29 mi away
20 North Chestnut St.
BUS

Marion, IL

34 mi away
2100 West Main Street
BUS

Vienna, IL

55 mi away
504 West Vine Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Crestwood and Bremen. Straight-line distance: 50.84 mi (81.82 km).

Crestwood

#1 Crestwood

Village in United States of America

Population10,604
Coordinates37.6045000, -88.9400700
Altitude167
CountryUnited States
Bremen

#2 Bremen

A village in Ford County, Illinois.

Population106,197
Coordinates37.9711600, -89.7473300
Altitude171
CountryUnited States
Start: Pinewood Drive (-88.940077, 37.604683)
End: Chester Road (-89.747306, 37.97116)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 107 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 12m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 39m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 19m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 06m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 57m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 49m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.35 gal
8.88 L ยท about $8.86
Round trip
$17.72
4.7 gal ยท 17.76 L
Estimated CO2
20.9 kg one way
Round trip: 41.8 kg / 92 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $8.86 $17.72
Mid-grade $4.25 $9.99 $19.99
Premium $4.65 $10.94 $21.87
Diesel $5.30 $12.46 $24.93

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Illinois ยท Apr 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Crestwood and Bremen. The current time is 03:28:46.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.