This trip from Lagrange, Indiana, to Bloomington, Indiana, covers 220.1 miles and is estimated to take around 4 hours and 23 minutes. It's a straightforward drive primarily along I-69, making it a feasible one-day excursion. With a projected fuel cost of $34, it's an economical option for a quick getaway within the Midwest. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on the highway, so expect a focused driving experience. This route is ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without extensive detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
110 miles from Lagrange, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 15m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 69
171.1 mi
3h 8m
South Lima Road
24.4 mi
34m
South Detroit Street
9.1 mi
13m
Kelly Street
5 mi
7m
North Walnut Street
3.2 mi
4m
County Road 700 North
3 mi
4m
West North Street
1.5 mi
2m
North College Avenue
1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 171.1 mi, about 3h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lagrange, IN and Bloomington, IN.
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Start on South Poplar Street
105 ft·6 sec·South Poplar Street
2
Turn right onto US 20
352 ft·17 sec·US 20
3
Turn left onto SR 9
9.1 mi·13 min·South Detroit Street
4
Continue on SR 9
5.0 mi·7 min·Kelly Street
5
At end of road, turn left onto US 6
3.0 mi·4 min·County Road 700 North
6
Continue on US 6
1.5 mi·2 min·West North Street
7
Turn right onto SR 3
24 mi·34 min·South Lima Road
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 69 South, US 24 West, US 30 West: Indianapolis
9
Merge onto I 69; US 24; US 30
8.4 mi·9 min·I 69; US 24; US 30
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on I 69; US 33
76 mi·1 hr 21 min·I 69; US 33
11
Continue on I 69; SR 9; SR 67
24 mi·26 min·I 69; SR 9; SR 67
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
1.0 mi·1 min·I 69
Use the slight right lane.
13
Continue on I 69
22 mi·25 min·I 69
Exit 200Toward I 465 South, I 69 SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
39 mi·44 min·I 69
Exit 5Toward I 69 South: EvansvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.5 mi·59 sec
Toward College Avenue, Walnut Street
16
Turn straight onto North Walnut Street
3.2 mi·4 min·North Walnut Street
17
Continue on North College Avenue
1.0 mi·2 min·North College Avenue
18
Turn left onto West 10th Street
0.4 mi·54 sec·West 10th Street
19
Turn right onto North Dunn Street
0.4 mi·1 min·North Dunn Street
20
Turn left onto East 4th Street
379 ft·15 sec·East 4th Street
21
Turn straight
99 ft·7 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour 23-minute duration, starting your drive in the morning will allow you ample time to reach Bloomington comfortably. While there's only one recommended stop, you might want to plan for a brief break along the 171.1-mile stretch on I-69. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longer highway segments, and budget around $34 for gas. This route is designed for direct travel, so consider packing snacks and drinks to minimize the need for longer stops.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 110 miles from Lagrange, IN, or about 2h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 171.1 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 48 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 110 miles or 2h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 34m
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 Lagrange, 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 Lagrange, IN
This is one driving day of about 220.1 miles and 4h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Lagrange, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 69 for about 171.1 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 43.2 and 175.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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43.2 mi into trip|~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward I 69 South, US 24 West, US 30 West: Indianapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 69 South, US 24 West, US 30 West: Indi...
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43.4 mi into trip|~1h 3m in|I 69; US 24; US 30
Merge onto I 69; US 24; US 30
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
152.5 mi into trip|~3h 1m in|I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
5
153.5 mi into trip|~3h 2m in|I 69
Continue onto I 69 toward I 465 South, I 69 South
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 200
Toward I 465 South, I 69 South
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175.2 mi into trip|~3h 28m in|I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 South: Evansville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.41 one way
$68.82 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg77 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$37.78
$75.56
premium
$4.89
$42.36
$84.71
diesel
$5.61
$48.60
$97.19
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
66
0
$23.11
$10.56
Efficient EV
55
0
$19.26
$8.80
EV Truck/SUV
88
1
$30.81
$14.09
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 15, 2026
Origin
Lagrange, IN
Night
in Lagrange on Saturday
Local time
10:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bloomington, IN
Night
in Bloomington on Saturday
Local time
10:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
11 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
4h 23m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 78% of the journey taking place on major roadways. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 171.1 miles on I-69, offering a consistent pace. While the main roads include South Lima Road and South Detroit Street, the bulk of your travel will be on the interstate. Expect a driving personality that prioritizes getting you to your destination efficiently, rather than one filled with winding backroads or constant changes in scenery.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 171.1 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and South Lima Road. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 43.2 miles in.
Driving Effort5/10
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 220.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 43.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43.4 miles (I 69; US 24; US 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 152.5 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 23m. Total distance: 220.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 171.1 miles on I 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 43.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43.4 miles (I 69; US 24; US 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 152.5 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Bloomington, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
