If you are looking to travel between Brownstown and Bloomington, this 61.6-mile route is a straightforward journey that takes approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes to complete. It is perfectly suited for a one-day excursion, meaning you can easily make the trip without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend about $9 on fuel for the duration of the drive. The route primarily takes you through the heart of the Midwest, connecting two Indiana communities via North Gospel Street, SR 37, and West Zoo Road. Because it is a compact drive, it offers the flexibility to head out whenever your schedule allows. This is a practical, no-nonsense path that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
30.8 miles from Brownstown, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 49m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
North Gospel Street
39.3 mi
48m
SR 37
13.2 mi
21m
West Zoo Road
2.8 mi
8m
South Old State Road 37
2.7 mi
4m
South Henderson Street
1.9 mi
4m
South Walnut Street
1 mi
2m
East Winslow Road
0.2 mi
<1m
South Indiana Avenue
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
North Gospel Street
— 39.3 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brownstown, IN and Bloomington, IN.
1
Start on North Browns Road
0.2 mi·38 sec·North Browns Road
2
Turn right onto West Zoo Road
2.8 mi·8 min·West Zoo Road
3
Turn left onto SR 37
13 mi·21 min·SR 37
4
Turn right onto US 150; SR 37; SR 56
259 ft·4 sec·West Main Street
5
Enter roundabout onto SR 37
0.1 mi·8 sec·North Gospel Street
6
Continue on SR 37
39 mi·48 min·North Gospel Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn right onto South Old State Road 37
2.7 mi·4 min·South Old State Road 37
8
Continue on South Walnut Street
1.0 mi·2 min·South Walnut Street
9
Turn right onto East Winslow Road
0.2 mi·41 sec·East Winslow Road
10
Turn left onto South Henderson Street
1.9 mi·4 min·South Henderson Street
11
Continue on South Indiana Avenue
0.2 mi·30 sec·South Indiana Avenue
12
Turn right
99 ft·7 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of total departure flexibility, though you should keep an eye on the clock to account for the 1 hour and 32-minute duration. Because there are no scheduled stops on this 61.6-mile route, make sure you are fueled up and ready to go before leaving Brownstown to avoid unnecessary detours. Given the turn-heavy nature of the drive, stay alert and pace yourself to handle the winding sections comfortably. Since you will be spending about $9 on gas, consider checking your tire pressure beforehand to maximize your fuel efficiency. Use the lack of required stops to your benefit by planning your own breaks if you prefer a more relaxed pace.
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 30.8 miles from Brownstown, IN, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.3 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 14 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30.8 miles or 49m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bloomington, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brownstown, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brownstown, IN
This is one driving day of about 61.6 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Brownstown, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on North Gospel Street for about 39.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 61.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|West Zoo Road
Turn right onto West Zoo Road
Navigation decision point
4
16.2 mi into trip|~31m in|US 150; SR 37; SR 56 / West Main Street
Turn right onto US 150; SR 37; SR 56 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
16.3 mi into trip|~31m in|SR 37 / North Gospel Street
Enter roundabout onto SR 37 / North Gospel Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
16.4 mi into trip|~31m in|SR 37 / North Gospel Street
Right onto SR 37 / North Gospel Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
61.6 mi into trip|~1h 31m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.63 one way
$19.26 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg22 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$10.57
$21.15
premium
$4.89
$11.85
$23.71
diesel
$5.61
$13.60
$27.20
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
18.5
0
$6.47
$2.96
Efficient EV
15.4
0
$5.39
$2.46
EV Truck/SUV
24.6
0
$8.62
$3.94
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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 12, 2026
Origin
Brownstown, IN
Morning
in Brownstown on Sunday
Local time
10:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Partly Sunny
SW 8 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 3:58PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 3:58PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Destination
Bloomington, IN
Morning
in Bloomington on Sunday
Local time
10:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Mostly Cloudy
SSW 16 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 3:58PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 3:58PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
69°F
Orleans, IN
31 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 32m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. With only 21% of the total distance spent on highways, you will spend the majority of your time navigating local roads. You should prepare for a consistent driving experience, as the longest uninterrupted stretch spans 39.3 miles along North Gospel Street. The road requires your full attention due to its technical nature and frequent turns. By the time you transition between the various segments, you will notice a distinct shift in the road's personality as you move away from the initial local stretches and toward your final destination.
Only 21% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 39.3 mi on North Gospel Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
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 around 0.2 miles in near West Zoo Road.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 32m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (West Zoo Road): Navigation decision point; at 16.2 miles (US 150; SR 37; SR 56 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.3 miles (SR 37 / North Gospel Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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.
The longest stretch is about 39.3 miles on North Gospel Street. 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 0.2 miles (West Zoo Road): Navigation decision point; at 16.2 miles (US 150; SR 37; SR 56 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.3 miles (SR 37 / North Gospel Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bloomington, IN before heading back.
