Origin
Indiana, IA
Late night in Indiana on Sunday
Local time
2:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
61.7 mi
99 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Indiana, IA
Kelly
Bloomfield, IA
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This 61.7-mile journey from Indiana, IA to Bloomfield, IA is a quick, one-day trip, taking about 1 hour and 26 minutes. You'll primarily navigate local roads, including County Highway G76 and South Clinton Street, with no highway driving involved. The estimated fuel cost for this Midwest to Midwest drive is around $9, making it an economical option. Given its short duration and local road profile, this route is best suited for a single day's adventure, offering a straightforward drive through the Iowa landscape without the need for an overnight stay. Plan for a turn-heavy experience that keeps you engaged.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 34 | 21.9 mi | 32m |
| IA 5 | 19.7 mi | 29m |
| US 63 | 17.6 mi | 20m |
| County Highway G76 | 2 mi | 3m |
| South Clinton Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Jefferson Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Indiana, IA and Bloomfield, IA.
Start on CR G76
Continue on CR G76
Turn right onto IA 5
Turn straight onto IA 5
Turn left onto US 34
Enter roundabout onto US 63
Continue on US 63
Turn right onto East Jefferson Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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.
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 30.9 miles from Indiana, IA, 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.
4 decision points cluster between mile 2 and 61.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto IA 5
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 34
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout onto US 63
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn right onto East Jefferson Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$9.65 one way
$19.29 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.59 | $21.18 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.87 | $23.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.62 | $27.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
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 | $6.48 | $2.96 |
| Efficient EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.40 | $2.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.7 | 0 | $8.64 | $3.95 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Indiana on Sunday
Local time
2:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Bloomfield on Sunday
Local time
2:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
52°F
Eddyville, IA
31 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with a 0% highway share. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but the profile suggests frequent turns and changes in direction rather than long, straightaways. This means you'll be navigating a more intimate network of roads, likely experiencing varied scenery as you move from one local road to the next. The lack of highway driving means you'll be at a more relaxed pace, allowing you to better observe the surroundings. This drive is about navigating the local landscape directly.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 34 and IA 5. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near IA 5.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Indiana, IA to Bloomfield, IA is easy. At 1h 26m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles (IA 5): Navigation decision point; at 22.1 miles (US 34): Navigation decision point; at 44 miles (US 63): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 61.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
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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