Origin
Aboite, IN
Morning in Aboite on Wednesday
Local time
8:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Aboite, IN to Bloomington, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 16m
Distance
166.4 mi
268 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 4m
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6 AM
3h 16m
8 AM
3h 40m
10 AM
3h 25m
12 PM
3h 22m
3 PM
3h 26m
5 PM
3h 39m
8 PM
3h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Aboite, IN
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Bloomington, IN
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Trip Overview
This 166.4-mile journey from Aboite, IN to Bloomington, IN takes approximately 3 hours and 16 minutes, making it a very manageable one-day trip. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 94% of it on major roads, so you'll be covering ground efficiently. Your estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $26. Given the relatively short duration and the Midwestern origin and destination, this trip is ideal for a single day, allowing you to reach Bloomington without needing an overnight stay. It's a straightforward drive that gets you where you're going without much 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
83.2 miles from Aboite, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this drive, with 94% of the route utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a substantial 156.5 miles on I-69, indicating long periods of consistent speed. You'll begin on Aboite Road and North Walnut Street before merging onto I-69, which will be your main companion for the majority of the trip. This profile suggests a drive characterized by its directness rather than winding scenic byways, allowing for steady progress.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 69 is the longest continuous segment at about 156.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and North Walnut Street. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 166.4 miles you will encounter 11 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 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 98.8 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3.9 mi into trip
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~12m in
Take the exit toward I 69, US 33 North: Fort Wayne, Indianapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 69, US 33 North: Fort Wayne, Indianapo...
5
4.1 mi into trip
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~12m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
98.8 mi into trip
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~1h 54m in
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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
99.8 mi into trip
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~1h 55m in
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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
121.6 mi into trip
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~2h 21m in
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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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 156.5 mi | 2h 52m |
| North Walnut Street | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Aboite Road | 2.8 mi | 10m |
| Lafayette Center Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| 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
— 156.5 mi, about 2h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aboite, IN and Bloomington, IN.
1
Start on Aboite Road
2.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Aboite Road
2
Turn left onto Lafayette Center Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lafayette Center Road
3
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Toward I 69, US 33 North: Fort Wayne, Indianapolis
4
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
5
Merge onto I 69
95 mi
·
1 hr 41 min
·
I 69
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 69
Use the slight right lane.
7
Continue on I 69
22 mi
·
25 min
·
I 69
Exit 200
Toward I 465 South, I 69 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
39 mi
·
44 min
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I 69
Exit 5
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward College Avenue, Walnut Street
10
Turn straight onto North Walnut Street
3.2 mi
·
4 min
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North Walnut Street
11
Continue on North College Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North College Avenue
12
Turn left onto West 10th Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
West 10th Street
13
Turn right onto North Dunn Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Dunn Street
14
Turn left onto East 4th Street
379 ft
·
15 sec
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East 4th Street
15
Turn straight
99 ft
·
7 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just over three hours, this drive from Aboite to Bloomington is perfectly suited for a single day. You can easily depart in the morning and arrive by midday. The longest stretch on I-69 is over 150 miles, so plan for a single, well-timed stop for fuel or a break around the halfway point to stay refreshed. Given the $26 fuel estimate, keeping your tank topped off before you leave Aboite is a good idea. The flexibility of a shorter drive means you can adjust your timing as needed.
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 83.2 miles from Aboite, IN, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 156.5 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 80 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.2 miles or 1h 37m 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 38m
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 Aboite, 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 Aboite, IN
This is one driving day of about 166.4 miles and 3h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Aboite, 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 156.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 83.2 mi from Aboite, IN · 1h 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
83 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 83.2 miles from Aboite, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 156.5 miles.
Arriving in Bloomington, IN
The final approach into Bloomington, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Bloomington, IN.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.01 one way
$52.03 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $28.56 | $57.13 |
| premium | $4.89 | $32.02 | $64.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.74 | $73.48 |
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: 58.2 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 | 49.9 | 0 | $17.47 | $7.99 |
| Efficient EV | 41.6 | 0 | $14.56 | $6.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.6 | 0 | $23.30 | $10.65 |
Gas CO2
58 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 Wednesday
Local time
8:13 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
23 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 16m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Aboite, IN to Bloomington, IN covers 166.4 miles and takes about 3h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, North Walnut Street, Aboite Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 83.2 miles from Aboite, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.01 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 166.4 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 98.8 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Aboite, IN to Bloomington, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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