Origin
Bloomington, IN
Late night in Bloomington on Sunday
Local time
12:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bloomington, IN to Boonville, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 17m
Distance
120.3 mi
194 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 8m
★
6 AM
2h 18m
8 AM
2h 37m
10 AM
2h 25m
12 PM
2h 23m
3 PM
2h 26m
5 PM
2h 36m
8 PM
2h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bloomington, IN
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Boonville, IN
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Trip Overview
This 120.3-mile drive from Bloomington, IN to Boonville, IN is a straightforward journey through the Midwest. Clocking in at approximately 2 hours and 17 minutes, it's easily manageable as a single-day trip, and you can expect a fuel cost of around $19. The route primarily utilizes major highways, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently. With no designated stops in the data, you have the flexibility to plan your own breaks along the way. This drive offers a no-frills experience focused on covering distance.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
60.2 miles from Bloomington, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 96.1 mi | 1h 43m |
| I 64 | 9.6 mi | 10m |
| State Road 61 | 9.5 mi | 14m |
| Bloomfield Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| West 2nd Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North 3rd Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East 3rd Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South College Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 96.1 mi, about 1h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington, IN and Boonville, IN.
1
Start on this road
99 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Continue on East 4th Street
379 ft
·
20 sec
·
East 4th Street
3
Turn left onto South Dunn Street
403 ft
·
17 sec
·
South Dunn Street
4
Turn right onto East 3rd Street
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
East 3rd Street
5
Turn left onto South College Avenue
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
South College Avenue
6
Turn right onto West 2nd Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West 2nd Street
7
Continue on Bloomfield Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Bloomfield Road
8
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
9
Merge onto I 69
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
I 69
Use the straight lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
94 mi
·
1 hr 40 min
·
I 69
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 21A
Toward I 64 East: Louisville
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 64
9.6 mi
·
10 min
·
I 64
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 39
Toward SR 61: Lynnville, Boonville
14
Keep slight right at fork
158 ft
·
3 sec
15
Turn slight right onto SR 61
7.3 mi
·
10 min
·
State Road 61
16
Enter roundabout onto SR 61
248 ft
·
5 sec
·
State Road 61
17
Continue on SR 61
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
State Road 61
18
Continue on SR 61
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North 3rd Street
19
Turn right onto SR 61; SR 62
347 ft
·
13 sec
·
West Main Street
20
Turn left onto South 2nd Street
346 ft
·
14 sec
·
South 2nd Street
21
Turn left onto SR 61; SR 62
347 ft
·
13 sec
·
West Locust Street
22
Turn left onto SR 61
61 ft
·
1 sec
·
South 3rd Street
23
Arrive at destination
SR 61
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under 2.5 hours, this trip offers great flexibility. You could depart Bloomington in the morning and arrive in Boonville by lunchtime. The longest stretch on I-69 means you can cover a lot of ground quickly, but be mindful of planning your fuel stops before entering this longer segment if your tank is low. With no specific stops noted, consider using the time on State Road 61 for a quick stretch or to grab a snack as you get closer to Boonville. The $19 fuel cost is a reasonable estimate, but always check current prices.
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 60.2 miles from Bloomington, IN, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 96.1 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 26 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.2 miles or 1h 7m 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 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Boonville, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bloomington, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bloomington, IN
This is one driving day of about 120.3 miles and 2h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Bloomington, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 69 for about 96.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 60.2 miles from Bloomington, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 96.1 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 117.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Dunn Street
Turn left onto South Dunn Street
Navigation decision point
5
3.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 69
Merge onto I 69
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
99.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
Take the exit toward I 64 East: Louisville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 21A
Toward I 64 East: Louisville
6
109.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 1m in
Take the exit toward SR 61: Lynnville, Boonville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 39
Toward SR 61: Lynnville, Boonville
6
117.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
|
SR 61 / State Road 61
Enter roundabout onto SR 61 / State Road 61
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.81 one way
$37.62 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.65 | $41.30 |
| premium | $4.89 | $23.15 | $46.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.56 | $53.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.1 | 0 | $12.63 | $5.77 |
| Efficient EV | 30.1 | 0 | $10.53 | $4.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.1 | 0 | $16.84 | $7.70 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Boonville, IN
Night in Boonville on Saturday
Local time
11:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
18 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
2h 17m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial
National Memorial
Abraham Lincoln grew from youth to manhood on this southern Indiana soil. Many character and moral traits of one of the world's most respected leaders was formed and nurtured here. Explore Lincoln's b...
15 mi from route
~38 min detour
Free
near mile 116.2
View on nps.gov
George Rogers Clark National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The British flag would not be raised above Fort Sackville Feb. 25, 1779. At 10 A.M., the garrison surrendered to American Colonel George Rogers Clark. His American army, aided by French residents of t...
20 mi from route
~49 min detour
Free
near mile 66.4
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for an 88% highway-focused experience on this route. The majority of your travel will be on I-69, which forms the longest uninterrupted stretch of 96.1 miles. This means you'll encounter consistent highway speeds for a significant portion of the drive. While the profile suggests a highway-centric journey, the inclusion of State Road 61 towards the end indicates a potential shift in scenery or road type as you approach your destination. Overall, expect a drive characterized by efficiency and limited diversions on well-maintained roads.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 96.1 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and I 64. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South Dunn Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 120.3 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South Dunn Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 99.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Bloomington, IN
Full guide →Bloomington is a city of 86,000 people (2019) in Southern Indiana. Bloomington is home to the flagship campus of Indiana University (IU) and therefore also the IU Hoosiers sports teams. As it is the largest city in the region, it serves as the de facto employment, service, and shopping center for several adjacent counties.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 17m. Total distance: 120.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 96.1 miles on I 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Boonville, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South Dunn Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 99.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial and George Rogers Clark National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Boonville, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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