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Trip from Bloomfield, IN to Greenwood, IN

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 32m

Distance

73.6 mi

119 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Fair

4 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min
4 AM
1h 25m ★
6 AM
1h 32m
8 AM
1h 46m
10 AM
1h 37m
12 PM
1h 36m
3 PM
1h 38m
5 PM
1h 45m
8 PM
1h 28m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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town in Richland Township, Greene County, Indiana, USA

Bloomfield, IN

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Downtown Greenwood, IN, IN

Greenwood, IN

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Trip Overview

This straightforward 73.6-mile drive from Bloomfield, Indiana, to Greenwood, Indiana, is easily manageable in about 1 hour and 32 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. The route is primarily highway-focused, with a significant portion on I-69, so you can expect a consistent pace. With an estimated fuel cost of $12, this trip is quite budget-friendly for a journey within the Midwest region. You won't need to worry about overnight stays, and the relatively short duration means you can be flexible with your departure time. It's a practical option for getting between these two Indiana towns without much fuss.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

36.8 miles from Bloomfield, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 69 51.7 mi 56m
East Main Street 11.9 mi 17m
West Smith Valley Road 3.2 mi 5m
SR 445 2.9 mi 4m
Main Street West 2.8 mi 4m
County Road 300 West 0.5 mi <1m
North Washington Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 69 — 51.7 mi, about 56m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bloomfield, IN and Greenwood, IN.

1

Start on SR 157

83 ft · 10 sec · North Washington Street
2

Turn left onto SR 54

12 mi · 17 min · East Main Street
3

Turn straight onto SR 445

2.8 mi · 4 min · SR 445
4

Enter roundabout onto SR 445

104 ft · 1 sec · SR 445
5

Continue on SR 445

469 ft · 7 sec · SR 445
6

Enter roundabout

167 ft · 3 sec
7

Continue

0.3 mi · 34 sec
8

Merge onto I 69

52 mi · 56 min · I 69
Use the straight lane.
9

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 46 sec
Exit 156 Toward Smith Valley Road
10

Turn slight right onto West Smith Valley Road

0.1 mi · 23 sec · West Smith Valley Road
11

Enter roundabout onto West Smith Valley Road

152 ft · 8 sec · West Smith Valley Road
12

Continue on West Smith Valley Road

3.1 mi · 5 min · West Smith Valley Road
13

Turn left onto SR 135

0.5 mi · 52 sec · County Road 300 West
14

Turn right onto Main Street West

1.0 mi · 1 min · Main Street West
15

Enter roundabout onto Main Street West

85 ft · 1 sec · Main Street West
16

Continue on Main Street West

1.0 mi · 1 min · Main Street West
17

Enter roundabout onto Main Street West

100 ft · 2 sec · Main Street West
18

Continue on Main Street West

0.7 mi · 1 min · Main Street West
Use the straight / right lanes.
19

Arrive at destination

Main Street West

Trip Plan

Given the 1 hour and 32-minute duration, leaving Bloomfield, IN, anytime in the morning or early afternoon works well for this short trip to Greenwood, IN. Since it's a single-day drive, you have the flexibility to depart when convenient. There are no designated stops mentioned, so plan your own breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 51.7-mile stretch on I-69, as services might be less frequent than in more urban areas. The estimated fuel cost of $12 suggests you'll likely need just one fill-up, so plan that accordingly.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 36.8 miles from Bloomfield, IN, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.7 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 16 miles or 24m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 36.8 miles or 46m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 14m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greenwood, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Bloomfield, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Bloomfield, IN

This is one driving day of about 73.6 miles and 1h 32m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Bloomfield, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 69 for about 51.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Ellettsville, IN, IN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ellettsville, IN

37 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Popular next leg

Ellettsville, IN to Greenwood, IN

47.8 mi · 1h 1m

Pacing Suggestions

Clear Creek, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ellettsville, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 36.8 miles from Bloomfield, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Oaken Barrel Brewing Company

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Greenwood, Indiana

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 73.6

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13178872287

Visit website

Casa Sevilla Mexican Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Bloomfield, Indiana

0.9 mi

Lindo Mexico

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Greenwood, Indiana

1.9 mi

Oaken Barrel Brewing Company

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 73.6

Greenwood, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13178872287

Visit website

Casa Sevilla Mexican Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Bloomfield, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18123843550

Lindo Mexico

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 73.6

Greenwood, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13178591336

Visit website

Denny's Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 73.6

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13178882800

Visit website

Village Inn Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 31.6

Bloomington, IN

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18128762121

Visit website

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 73.6

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13178070248

Visit website

Applebee's Grill + Bar

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately mile 68.4

Greenwood, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+13178856631

Visit website

Shan-E-Punjab Indian Grocery & Take Out Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 68.4

Greenwood, Indiana

Hours: 9:30 am–9:30 pm

+13173001042

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 31.6

Bloomington, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 31.6

Bloomington, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 26.3

Bloomington, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EVBOLT Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 31.6

Bloomington, Indiana

+18665212658

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 67.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | SR 54 / East Main Street

Turn left onto SR 54 / East Main Street

Navigation decision point

5
14.9 mi into trip | ~22m in

Enter roundabout

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
15.2 mi into trip | ~23m in | I 69

Merge onto I 69

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
5
66.8 mi into trip | ~1h 19m in

Take the exit toward Smith Valley Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 156 Toward Smith Valley Road
5
67.3 mi into trip | ~1h 20m in | West Smith Valley Road

Enter roundabout onto West Smith Valley Road

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.51 one way

$23.01 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 26 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $12.63 $25.27
premium $4.89 $14.16 $28.33
diesel $5.61 $16.25 $32.50

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$12

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$37–$62

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 25.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 22.1 0 $7.73 $3.53
Efficient EV 18.4 0 $6.44 $2.94
EV Truck/SUV 29.4 0 $10.30 $4.71

Gas CO2

26 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (65% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Bloomfield, IN

Afternoon in Bloomfield on Sunday

Local time

4:21 PM

EDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Greenwood, IN

Afternoon in Greenwood on Sunday

Local time

4:21 PM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

2 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 32m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused experience for 74% of this 73.6-mile journey. The bulk of your travel will be on I-69, including a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 51.7 miles. This means you'll likely encounter consistent speeds and a straightforward driving environment for most of the trip. The route begins with East Main Street and West Smith Valley Road before merging onto the interstate, offering a brief transition before the main highway portion takes over. The character remains largely that of an interstate drive until you approach your destination.

74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 51.7 mi on I 69.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and East Main Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 54 / East Main Street.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Bloomfield, IN to Greenwood, IN is easy. At 1h 32m with 74% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 54 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.9 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 15.2 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 32m. Total distance: 73.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (74%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 51.7 miles on I 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 54 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.9 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 15.2 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Greenwood, IN before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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