Origin
Southport, IN
Late night in Southport on Sunday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Southport, 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
58m
Distance
45.9 mi
74 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Southport, IN
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Bloomington, IN
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick getaway from Southport to Bloomington, this 45.9-mile trip is an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. Expect to spend about 58 minutes behind the wheel, making it a highly efficient connection between these two Indiana locales. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $7, the route is as affordable as it is straightforward. You will primarily navigate via I-69, East Southport Road, and North Walnut Street to reach your destination. Because the travel time is under an hour, you won't need to worry about an overnight split, allowing you maximum flexibility to enjoy your time in Bloomington. It is a practical, no-fuss drive that serves as a seamless transition across the Indiana Midwest.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 36.3 mi | 39m |
| East Southport Road | 3.7 mi | 7m |
| North Walnut Street | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| North College Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| North Dunn Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West 10th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East 4th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 36.3 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southport, IN and Bloomington, IN.
1
Start on this road
51 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto East Southport Road
3.7 mi
·
7 min
·
East Southport Road
3
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
4
Merge onto I 69
36 mi
·
39 min
·
I 69
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward College Avenue, Walnut Street
6
Turn straight onto North Walnut Street
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
North Walnut Street
7
Continue on North College Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North College Avenue
8
Turn left onto West 10th Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
West 10th Street
9
Turn right onto North Dunn Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Dunn Street
10
Turn left onto East 4th Street
379 ft
·
15 sec
·
East 4th Street
11
Turn straight
99 ft
·
7 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.9 miles from Southport, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 45.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Southport Road
Turn right onto East Southport Road
Navigation decision point
4
3.7 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
40.3 mi into trip
|
~47m 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
4
45 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
West 10th Street
Turn left onto West 10th Street
Navigation decision point
4
45.4 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
North Dunn Street
Turn right onto North Dunn Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.18 one way
$14.35 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.88 | $15.76 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.83 | $17.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.13 | $20.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.82 | $2.20 |
| Efficient EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.02 | $1.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.43 | $2.94 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
55°F
Martinsville, IN
23 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
58m 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 highway-focused drive relies heavily on interstate travel, with 79% of your journey taking place on major thoroughfares. You will quickly settle into a rhythm once you hit your longest stretch, which covers 36.3 miles of uninterrupted driving on I-69. The transition from the local streets of Southport onto the interstate provides a clear shift from suburban navigation to a faster, more direct pace. While the drive is efficient, keep in mind that the character of the road remains consistent and functional throughout. It is a steady, predictable commute that prioritizes speed and directness over winding backroads or scenic detours.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36.3 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and East Southport Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Southport Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Southport, IN to Bloomington, IN is easy. At 58m with 79% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Southport Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 40.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 58m. Total distance: 45.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 36.3 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 (East Southport Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 40.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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