Origin
Warren Park, IN
Morning in Warren Park on Tuesday
Local time
8:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Warren Park, 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
1h 9m
Distance
57.7 mi
93 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Warren Park, IN
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Bloomington, IN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Warren Park to Bloomington, you are looking at a straightforward 57.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 9 minutes. This route stays entirely within the Midwest, making it a perfect candidate for a quick day trip rather than an overnight excursion. You can expect to spend approximately $9 on fuel for the one-way drive, keeping your travel costs quite manageable. By utilizing I-69 as your primary artery, you will find the transit efficient and reliable for your schedule. Since the route is short and direct, it offers the flexibility to head out in the morning and return home by evening without feeling fatigued.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 49 mi | 55m |
| North Walnut Street | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Shadeland Avenue | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| North College Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| North Shadeland Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Dunn Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West 10th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East 10th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 49 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Warren Park, IN and Bloomington, IN.
1
Start on North Edmondson Avenue
99 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Edmondson Avenue
2
Turn left onto East 10th Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
East 10th Street
3
Turn right onto North Shadeland Avenue
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
North Shadeland Avenue
4
Continue on Shadeland Avenue
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Shadeland Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Merge onto I 69; I 465
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 69; I 465
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
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.8 miles from Warren Park, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 56.8 — 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
|
East 10th Street
Turn left onto East 10th Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Shadeland Avenue
Turn right onto North Shadeland Avenue
Navigation decision point
8
12.8 mi into trip
|
~15m 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
52.1 mi into trip
|
~59m 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
56.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
West 10th Street
Turn left onto West 10th Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.02 one way
$18.04 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.90 | $19.81 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.10 | $22.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.74 | $25.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.06 | $2.77 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.05 | $2.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.08 | $3.69 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
8:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
70°F
Brooklyn, IN
29 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
2 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 9m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 85% of your travel time will be spent on high-speed roads. The drive is anchored by a significant 49-mile stretch along I-69, which provides a consistent pace before you transition onto North Walnut Street and Shadeland Avenue to reach your destination. While the interstate portion is utilitarian and efficient, the character of the drive shifts as you exit the highway and navigate the local streets leading into Bloomington. You won't encounter technical mountain passes or winding rural roads here, but rather a steady, predictable flow of traffic. It is a no-nonsense commute that prioritizes speed and directness over scenic detours.
85% 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: 49 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 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East 10th 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 57.7 miles you will encounter 8 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 (East 10th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (North Shadeland Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 12.8 miles (I 69): 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 1h 9m. Total distance: 57.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 49 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 10th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (North Shadeland Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 12.8 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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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