North Webster to Bloomington is 180.2 miles and takes about 3h 54m via I 69 and US 24, with a fuel budget near $28 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Indiana, traversing the Midwest region. You'll mostly be on highways, making for a straightforward drive. With a single day recommended, this route is ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without extensive planning.
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
90.1 miles from North Webster, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 3m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 69
65.1 mi
1h 14m
South Strawtown Pike
32.9 mi
38m
US 24
26.8 mi
31m
SR 5
21.3 mi
37m
SR 37
12.9 mi
17m
North Main Street
8.8 mi
13m
US 30
3.5 mi
4m
North Walnut Street
3.2 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 65.1 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Webster, IN and Bloomington, IN.
1
Start on East Washington Street
41 ft·9 sec·East Washington Street
2
Turn left onto SR 13
8.8 mi·13 min·North Main Street
3
Turn left onto US 30
3.5 mi·4 min·US 30
4
Turn right onto North Binkley Road
0.5 mi·1 min·North Binkley Road
5
Turn left onto West Old Trail Road
0.5 mi·1 min·West Old Trail Road
6
Turn right onto SR 5
6.7 mi·11 min·SR 5
7
Continue on SR 5; SR 14
15 mi·25 min·SR 5; SR 14
8
Turn right onto US 24; SR 9
27 mi·31 min·US 24; SR 9
9
Continue on SR 9; SR 15
2.4 mi·4 min·South Western Avenue
10
Turn slight right onto SR 37
33 mi·38 min·South Strawtown Pike
11
Enter roundabout onto SR 37
105 ft·1 sec·SR 37
12
Continue on SR 37
13 mi·17 min·SR 37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 69
3.1 mi·3 min·I 69
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
1.0 mi·1 min·I 69
Use the slight right lane.
15
Continue on I 69
22 mi·25 min·I 69
Exit 200Toward I 465 South, I 69 SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
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.
17
Take the exit
0.5 mi·59 sec
Toward College Avenue, Walnut Street
18
Turn straight onto North Walnut Street
3.2 mi·4 min·North Walnut Street
19
Continue on North College Avenue
1.0 mi·2 min·North College Avenue
20
Turn left onto West 10th Street
0.4 mi·54 sec·West 10th Street
21
Turn right onto North Dunn Street
0.4 mi·1 min·North Dunn Street
22
Turn left onto East 4th Street
379 ft·15 sec·East 4th Street
23
Turn straight
99 ft·7 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 180.2-mile drive, consider leaving in the morning to give yourself ample time. The total travel time is under four hours, so one stop for fuel or a quick break is likely sufficient. The $28 fuel estimate is based on average prices, so check current rates before you depart. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility, but be aware that highway driving can sometimes feel quicker than anticipated; keep an eye on your clock as you approach Bloomington.
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 90.1 miles from North Webster, IN, or about 2h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.1 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 40 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 90.1 miles or 2h 3m 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 13m
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 North Webster, 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 North Webster, IN
This is one driving day of about 180.2 miles and 3h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from North Webster, 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 65.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
3.9 mi from route
~10 min detour
$10 to $20
mile 38.6
Andrews, Indiana
Hours: 8 am–1 pm
+12607863644
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 174.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|SR 13 / North Main Street
Turn left onto SR 13 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
112.6 mi into trip|~2h 32m 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
113.6 mi into trip|~2h 33m 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
8
135.3 mi into trip|~2h 59m 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
174.6 mi into trip|~3h 43m 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
$28.17 one way
$56.34 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg63 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$30.93
$61.86
premium
$4.89
$34.68
$69.36
diesel
$5.61
$39.79
$79.57
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
54.1
0
$18.92
$8.65
Efficient EV
45.1
0
$15.77
$7.21
EV Truck/SUV
72.1
0
$25.23
$11.53
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Forecast as of Apr 19, 2026
Origin
North Webster, IN
Late night
in North Webster on Sunday
Local time
2:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bloomington, IN
Late night
in Bloomington on Sunday
Local time
2:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Partly Cloudy then Patchy Frost
WNW 6 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 9:53PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 9:53PM EDT until April 24 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
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
13 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 54m 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 drive is primarily highway, with 72% of the route on freeways. You'll experience a long stretch of 65.1 miles on I 69. The remaining portion shifts to surface roads like South Strawtown Pike and US 24, offering a change of pace from the interstate. Expect frequent exits along the highway sections.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 65.1 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 Strawtown Pike. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 13 / North Main Street.
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 180.2 miles you will encounter 15 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 (SR 13 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 112.6 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 113.6 miles (I 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 3h 54m. Total distance: 180.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 65.1 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: near the start (SR 13 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 112.6 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 113.6 miles (I 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Bloomington, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
