Origin
Bloomington, IN
Morning in Bloomington on Tuesday
Local time
6:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bloomington, IN to Edinburgh, IN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
48.1 mi
77 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 13m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
1h 0m
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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Edinburgh, IN
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Trip Overview
Bloomington, IN to Edinburgh, IN is 48.1 miles and takes about 1 hour 2 minutes via SR 46 and I 65, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Indiana, moving from the Midwest region to the same region. It's a straightforward trip, largely on highways, making it a convenient option for a quick journey. You'll find it's a practical choice if you're looking for an easy transit between these two points without much fuss. Plan for a minimal time commitment, allowing you to easily fit it into your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 46 | 30.9 mi | 40m |
| I 65 | 11.3 mi | 12m |
| East 3rd Street | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Shelbyville Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East Atwater Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Shelby Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| County Road 1100 South | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Grant Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 46
— 30.9 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington, IN and Edinburgh, 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
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
South Dunn Street
4
Continue on East Atwater Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Atwater Avenue
5
Turn left onto South Mitchell Street
438 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Mitchell Street
6
Turn right onto East 3rd Street
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
East 3rd Street
7
Continue on SR 46
15 mi
·
16 min
·
SR 46
8
Continue on SR 46; SR 135
16 mi
·
23 min
·
SR 46; SR 135
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
10
Merge onto I 65
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 65
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 80
Toward SR 252: Edinburgh, Flat Rock
12
Turn left onto SR 252
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
County Road 1100 South
13
Continue on SR 252
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Shelbyville Road
14
Continue on SR 252
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Shelby Avenue
15
Continue on SR 252
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
North Grant Street
16
Turn right onto SR 252
263 ft
·
5 sec
·
Shelby Street
17
Continue on SR 252
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Shelby Avenue
18
Turn right onto SR 252
417 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Center Cross Street
19
Turn left onto Walnut Street
439 ft
·
19 sec
·
Walnut Street
20
Arrive at destination
South Walnut Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.1 miles from Bloomington, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 46.1 — 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
|
~0m in
|
South Dunn Street
Turn left onto South Dunn Street
Navigation decision point
4
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
South Mitchell Street
Turn left onto South Mitchell Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
East 3rd Street
Turn right onto East 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
4
34.5 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
6
46.1 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Take the exit toward SR 252: Edinburgh, Flat Rock
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 80
Toward SR 252: Edinburgh, Flat Rock
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.52 one way
$15.04 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.26 | $16.51 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.26 | $18.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.62 | $21.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.05 | $2.31 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.73 | $3.08 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
Edinburgh, IN
Morning in Edinburgh on Tuesday
Local time
6:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Nashville, IN
24 mi in
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 2m 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?
This route is a highway-focused drive, with 88% of the journey utilizing major roads. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch of 30.9 miles on SR 46, offering a consistent pace before transitioning. Expect a significant portion of your travel to be on I 65, which provides a fast and efficient connection. The drive offers a blend of highway speed and the transition onto local roads as you approach your destination. Overall, it's a direct and predominantly high-speed experience.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.9 mi on SR 46.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 46 and I 65. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South Dunn Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 2m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South Dunn Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (South Mitchell Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (East 3rd Street): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Starting in Bloomington, IN
Full guide →Founded 1818
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.
Top landmarks
- • John L. Nichols House — house in Bloomington, Indiana
- • Blair-Dunning House — Historic house in Indiana
- • Vinegar Hill Historic District — Indiana historic district
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 1h 2m. Total distance: 48.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 30.9 miles on SR 46. 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: at 0.1 miles (South Dunn Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (South Mitchell Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (East 3rd Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Edinburgh, 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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