Origin
Lawrence, IN
Late night in Lawrence on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lawrence, IN to Bloomington, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
62 mi
100 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lawrence, IN
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Bloomington, IN
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Trip Overview
Lawrence, IN to Bloomington, IN is 62 miles and takes about 1 hour 15 minutes via I 69, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This quick trip stays within Indiana, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. The drive is primarily highway, making it a straightforward and efficient journey. You'll spend most of your time on I 69, so expect a consistent pace. This route is ideal for a day trip or as a connecting drive to a larger Indiana adventure.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 55.3 mi | 1h 2m |
| North Walnut Street | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| North College Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Pendleton Pike | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Dunn Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West 10th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| US 36 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| McCoy Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 55.3 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lawrence, IN and Bloomington, IN.
1
Start on this road
122 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto McCoy Street
492 ft
·
16 sec
·
McCoy Street
3
Turn right onto US 36; SR 67
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Pendleton Pike
4
Turn left onto US 36; SR 67
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
US 36; SR 67
Toward I 465 South, US 36 West, SR 67 South
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 69; I 465
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
I 69; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 69; I 74; I 465
8.7 mi
·
10 min
·
I 69; I 74; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
39 mi
·
44 min
·
I 69
Exit 5
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward College Avenue, Walnut Street
9
Turn straight onto North Walnut Street
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
North Walnut Street
10
Continue on North College Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North College Avenue
11
Turn left onto West 10th Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
West 10th Street
12
Turn right onto North Dunn Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Dunn Street
13
Turn left onto East 4th Street
379 ft
·
15 sec
·
East 4th Street
14
Turn straight
99 ft
·
7 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31 miles from Lawrence, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 56.4 — 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
|
McCoy Street
Turn right onto McCoy Street
Navigation decision point
7
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 36; SR 67
Turn left onto US 36; SR 67 toward I 465 South, US 36 West, SR 67 South
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 465 South, US 36 West, SR 67 South
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 69; I 465
Merge onto I 69; I 465
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
17.1 mi into trip
|
~21m 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
5
56.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward College Avenue, Walnut Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward College Avenue, Walnut Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.69 one way
$19.39 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.64 | $21.29 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.93 | $23.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.69 | $27.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.51 | $2.98 |
| Efficient EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.43 | $2.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.68 | $3.97 |
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.
Destination
Bloomington, IN
Late night in Bloomington on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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 15m 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 heavily focused on the highway, with 90% of the journey taking place on major roads like I 69. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 55.3 miles on I 69, providing a consistent cruising experience. The profile suggests a highway-focused drive, meaning you'll likely encounter a steady flow of traffic and limited opportunities for spontaneous stops. As you approach Bloomington, you'll transition from I 69 to North Walnut Street and North College Avenue, offering a slight change in scenery as you enter the city.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.3 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and North Walnut Street. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near McCoy Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 62 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (McCoy Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (US 36; SR 67): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.1 miles (I 69; I 465): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Bloomington, IN
Full guide →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.
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 15m. Total distance: 62 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 55.3 miles on I 69. 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 (McCoy Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (US 36; SR 67): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.1 miles (I 69; I 465): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bloomington, 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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