Origin
Bloomington, IN
Morning in Bloomington on Tuesday
Local time
6:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bloomington, IN to Lewis, 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 24m
Distance
47.8 mi
77 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
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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Lewis, IN
Jonathan Borba
Trip Overview
Bloomington, IN to Lewis, IN is 47.8 miles and takes about 1h 24m via State Road 246, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest region, specifically Indiana, offering a straightforward trip. Expect a local feel with multiple turns, making it a good option for a short, manageable journey. It's a practical choice if you're looking for a direct route without extensive highway driving.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Road 246 | 14.6 mi | 26m |
| State Road 46 | 7.8 mi | 11m |
| County Road 850 | 7 mi | 12m |
| West State Road 45 46 Bypass | 5.7 mi | 10m |
| West State Road 46 | 5.6 mi | 8m |
| North Walnut Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| East Morgan Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| East Main Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
State Road 246
— 14.6 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington, IN and Lewis, IN.
1
Start on this road
99 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto South Indiana Avenue
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
South Indiana Avenue
3
Turn left onto East 7th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East 7th Street
4
Turn right onto North Walnut Street
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
North Walnut Street
5
Turn left onto SR 45; SR 46
159 ft
·
8 sec
·
West State Roade 45 46 Bypass
6
Continue on SR 45; SR 46
5.7 mi
·
10 min
·
West State Road 45 46 Bypass
7
Turn slight right onto SR 46
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Merge onto SR 46
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
West Temperance Street
9
Continue on SR 46
7.8 mi
·
11 min
·
State Road 46
10
Continue on SR 46
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
East Morgan Street
11
Turn right onto SR 46
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
West State Road 46
12
Turn left onto SR 246
15 mi
·
26 min
·
State Road 246
13
Continue on SR 246
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
East 4th Street
14
Turn left onto SR 59; SR 246
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Main Street
15
Turn right onto SR 59; SR 246
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
West 8th Street
16
At end of road, turn left onto SR 59; SR 246
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
SR 59; SR 246
17
At end of road, turn right onto SR 59; SR 246
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West 14th Street
18
Turn right onto SR 246
5.3 mi
·
9 min
·
County Road 850
19
Continue on SR 246
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road 850
20
Continue on SR 159; SR 246
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Franklin Street
21
Turn right onto 104th Street
313 ft
·
13 sec
·
104th Street
22
Arrive at destination
104th 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 23.9 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 38.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South Indiana Avenue
Turn right onto South Indiana Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
North Walnut Street
Turn right onto North Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
5
38.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
SR 59; SR 246 / Main Street
Turn left onto SR 59; SR 246 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
38.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
SR 59; SR 246 / West 8th Street
Turn right onto SR 59; SR 246 / West 8th Street
Navigation decision point
4
38.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
SR 59; SR 246
At end of road, turn left onto SR 59; SR 246
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.47 one way
$14.95 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.21 | $16.41 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.20 | $18.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.55 | $21.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.7 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 | 14.3 | 0 | $5.02 | $2.29 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.18 | $1.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.69 | $3.06 |
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
Lewis, IN
Morning in Lewis on Tuesday
Local time
6:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Spencer, 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
21 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 24m 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 drive is characterized by its turn-heavy local nature, with 100% of the route on local roads like State Road 246 and County Road 850. You won't encounter any interstate highways here. The longest stretch without a turn is 14.6 miles on State Road 246. Be prepared for frequent adjustments in direction as you navigate through the landscape. The drive progresses with a consistent, local road experience throughout its 47.8-mile length.
Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.6 mi on State Road 246.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Indiana Avenue.
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 24m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Indiana Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (North Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 38.2 miles (SR 59; SR 246 / Main 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 24m. Total distance: 47.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (1%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.6 miles on State Road 246. 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 (South Indiana Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (North Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 38.2 miles (SR 59; SR 246 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lewis, 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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