Origin
Morocco, IN
Late night in Morocco on Tuesday
Local time
5:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Morocco, IN to Bloomington, 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
3h 12m
Distance
163.1 mi
262 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 0m
★
6 AM
3h 12m
8 AM
3h 36m
10 AM
3h 20m
12 PM
3h 18m
3 PM
3h 21m
5 PM
3h 34m
8 PM
3h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Morocco, IN
Valentin Vesa
Bloomington, IN
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Trip Overview
This 163.1-mile journey from Morocco to Bloomington, Indiana, is a straightforward drive taking about 3 hours and 12 minutes. It's an ideal one-day trip, making it easy to fit into a weekend without needing an overnight stay. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, with an estimated fuel cost of $26. The highway-focused profile means you'll cover ground efficiently as you travel within the Midwest region. This route is designed for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
81.5 miles from Morocco, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 90.9 mi | 1h 38m |
| I 69 | 38.3 mi | 42m |
| I 465 | 13.7 mi | 15m |
| West Michigan Avenue | 9.2 mi | 13m |
| North Walnut Street | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| County Road 500 | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| North College Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| North Dunn Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 90.9 mi, about 1h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morocco, IN and Bloomington, IN.
1
Start on East State Street
13 ft
·
5 sec
·
East State Street
2
Turn left onto South Clay Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Clay Street
3
Turn left onto SR 114
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Michigan Avenue
4
Turn right onto US 41
415 ft
·
10 sec
·
US 41
5
Take the exit onto US 41
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
US 41
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto SR 114
8.3 mi
·
11 min
·
West Michigan Avenue
7
Continue on SR 114
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
County Road 500
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
9
Merge onto I 65
85 mi
·
1 hr 31 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 65
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 123
Toward I 465 South
12
Continue on this road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
Exit 123
Toward I 465 South
13
Merge onto I 465
14 mi
·
15 min
·
I 465
14
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 5
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 69
38 mi
·
42 min
·
I 69
16
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward College Avenue, Walnut Street
17
Turn straight onto North Walnut Street
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
North Walnut Street
18
Continue on North College Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North College Avenue
19
Turn left onto West 10th Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
West 10th Street
20
Turn right onto North Dunn Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Dunn Street
21
Turn left onto East 4th Street
379 ft
·
15 sec
·
East 4th Street
22
Turn straight
99 ft
·
7 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given this is a manageable 1-day drive, you have the flexibility to leave when it suits you best. Aiming for an early start can help you avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach the I-465 loop around Indianapolis. With a longest stretch of 90.9 miles on I-65, plan for a single fuel or rest stop about midway to stay comfortable. The estimated fuel cost of $26 is helpful for budgeting. Keep an eye on your GPS for the transitions between I-65, I-465, and I-69 to ensure you're on the most efficient path.
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 81.5 miles from Morocco, IN, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.9 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 36 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.5 miles or 1h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 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 Morocco, 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 Morocco, IN
This is one driving day of about 163.1 miles and 3h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Morocco, 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 65 for about 90.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
82 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 81.5 miles from Morocco, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 90.9 miles.
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 145 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 118.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
1.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 41
Take the exit onto US 41
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
12.9 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
98 mi into trip
|
~1h 52m in
|
I 65
Keep slight left at fork onto I 65
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
103.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m in
Take the exit toward I 465 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 123
Toward I 465 South
7
118.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 16m in
Take the exit toward I 69 South: Evansville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.50 one way
$51.00 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $28.00 | $55.99 |
| premium | $4.89 | $31.39 | $62.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.01 | $72.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.9 | 0 | $17.13 | $7.83 |
| Efficient EV | 40.8 | 0 | $14.27 | $6.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.2 | 0 | $22.83 | $10.44 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (67% 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
Morning in Bloomington on Tuesday
Local time
6:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Sunny
WSW 14 mph
8% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 3:01PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 16 at 12:24PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
12 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
3h 12m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for this trip, with 88% of the route utilizing major interstates. The primary roads guiding your way are I-65, I-69, and I-465. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 90.9 miles on I-65, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. The character of the drive is largely about consistent speed and efficient travel, rather than winding scenic byways. This means you'll experience a predictable driving rhythm for most of the 3 hours and 12 minutes.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 90.9 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and I 69. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near US 41.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 163.1 miles you will encounter 14 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 1.4 miles (US 41): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.9 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 98 miles (I 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving 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 3h 12m. Total distance: 163.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 90.9 miles on I 65. 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.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Bloomington, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (US 41): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.9 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 98 miles (I 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Bloomington, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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