Owensville to Bloomington is 108.1 miles and takes about 2h 10m via I 69 and State Road 168, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Indiana, traversing the Midwest region. With most of the drive on the interstate, you'll find it's a straightforward and efficient way to get between these two points. It's a good option if you're looking for a quick connection without extensive planning, allowing for a mostly uninterrupted drive.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54.1 miles from Owensville, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 9m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 69
89.6 mi
1h 36m
State Road 168
7.7 mi
13m
Walnut Street
6.6 mi
11m
Bloomfield Road
1.4 mi
2m
West 2nd Street
0.9 mi
1m
West Park Street
0.5 mi
<1m
East 3rd Street
0.3 mi
<1m
South Walnut Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 89.6 mi, about 1h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Owensville, IN and Bloomington, IN.
1
Start on South 1st Street
0.2 mi·46 sec·South 1st Street
2
Turn left onto SR 168
6.6 mi·11 min·Walnut Street
3
Continue on SR 168
0.5 mi·57 sec·West Park Street
4
Continue on SR 168
7.7 mi·13 min·State Road 168
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·21 sec
6
Merge onto I 69
90 mi·1 hr 36 min·I 69
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward SR 45 SouthUse the slight right lane.
8
At end of road, turn left onto Bloomfield Road
1.4 mi·2 min·Bloomfield Road
9
Continue on West 2nd Street
0.9 mi·1 min·West 2nd Street
10
Turn left onto South Walnut Street
0.2 mi·25 sec·South Walnut Street
11
Turn right onto East 3rd Street
0.3 mi·32 sec·East 3rd Street
12
Turn right onto South Dunn Street
256 ft·4 sec·South Dunn Street
13
Continue on East Atwater Avenue
401 ft·14 sec·East Atwater Avenue
14
Turn left onto South Indiana Avenue
0.2 mi·30 sec·South Indiana Avenue
15
Turn right
99 ft·7 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 2h 10m duration, this trip is easily completed in a single day. Departing in the morning will give you ample daylight and allow you to reach Bloomington without feeling rushed. Since the drive is mostly highway, you can comfortably cover the 108.1 miles without needing to plan for multiple overnight stops. Keep an eye on your fuel; the estimated cost is around $17, so ensure you have enough to reach your destination or a convenient fuel stop along I 69. The flexibility of a shorter drive means you can easily adjust your departure time if needed.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 54.1 miles from Owensville, IN, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.6 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 24 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.1 miles or 1h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 46m
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 Owensville, 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 Owensville, IN
This is one driving day of about 108.1 miles and 2h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Owensville, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 69 for about 89.6 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 15.1 and 108.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
15.1 mi into trip|~27m in|I 69
Merge onto I 69
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
104.7 mi into trip|~2h 3m in
Take the exit toward SR 45 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward SR 45 South
5
107.5 mi into trip|~2h 8m in|East 3rd Street
Turn right onto East 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
5
107.9 mi into trip|~2h 9m in|South Indiana Avenue
Turn left onto South Indiana Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
108.1 mi into trip|~2h 9m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.90 one way
$33.80 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg38 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$18.56
$37.11
premium
$4.89
$20.80
$41.61
diesel
$5.61
$23.87
$47.73
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
8 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
College Mall - Tesla Supercharger
Bloomington, IN
Tesla
12 DCFC
Huck's - Tesla Supercharger
Washington, IN
Tesla
8 DCFC
Fresh Thyme Farmer’s Market - Tesla Supercharger
Bloomington, IN
Tesla
8 DCFC
Bloomington
Bloomington, IN
EV Connect
4 DCFC
Battery Innovation Center (BIC)
Newberry, IN
Non-Networked
1 DCFC
ANDY MOHR HYUND SALES 1
Bloomington, IN
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
ANDY MOHR HYUND SERVICE
Bloomington, IN
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
Curry Auto Center
Bloomington, IN
EV Connect
1 DCFC
Tesla: 3
EV Connect: 2
ChargePoint Network: 2
Non-Networked: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.4
0
$11.35
$5.19
Efficient EV
27
0
$9.46
$4.32
EV Truck/SUV
43.2
0
$15.13
$6.92
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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 14, 2026
Origin
Owensville, IN
Late night
in Owensville on Sunday
Local time
2:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bloomington, IN
Late night
in Bloomington on Sunday
Local time
3:36 AM
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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
28 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
2h 10m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
George Rogers Clark National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The British flag would not be raised above Fort Sackville Feb. 25, 1779. At 10 A.M., the garrison surrendered to American Colonel George Rogers Clark. His American army, aided by French residents of t...
Abraham Lincoln grew from youth to manhood on this southern Indiana soil. Many character and moral traits of one of the world's most respected leaders was formed and nurtured here. Explore Lincoln's b...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
Free
near mile 18.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway driving, with 83% of the 108.1 miles on interstates. You'll experience a long stretch of 89.6 miles on I 69 before transitioning to surface roads. Expect to notice the dense exit activity as you approach and depart major areas, typical for interstate travel.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 89.6 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and State Road 168. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 15.1 miles in near I 69.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Owensville, IN to Bloomington, IN is easy. At 2h 10m with 83% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 15.1 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 104.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 107.5 miles (East 3rd Street): Navigation decision point.
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.
The longest stretch is about 89.6 miles on I 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 15.1 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 104.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 107.5 miles (East 3rd Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bloomington, IN before heading back.
