Origin
Arthur, IL
Morning in Arthur on Tuesday
Local time
11:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Arthur, IL to Bloomington, IL
Data updated 4 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
76.6 mi
123 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 38m
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6 AM
1h 46m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 49m
3 PM
1h 52m
5 PM
2h 0m
8 PM
1h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Arthur, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Arthur, IL to Bloomington, IL covers 76.6 miles and takes about 1h 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 74, County Road 6, North County Road 000 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 35.7 miles on I 74. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.63 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
38.3 miles from Arthur, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Arthur, IL to Bloomington, IL covers 76.6 miles and takes about 1h 45m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 74 is the longest continuous segment at about 35.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5.3 miles in near US 36 / United States Route 36.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 45m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.3 miles (US 36 / United States Route 36): Navigation decision point; at 6 miles (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 30.6 miles (IL 47 / County Road 300 E): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
5.3 mi into trip
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~8m in
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US 36 / United States Route 36
At end of road, turn right onto US 36 / United States Route 36
Navigation decision point
4
6 mi into trip
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~9m in
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Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
30.6 mi into trip
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~48m in
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IL 47 / County Road 300 E
Turn left onto IL 47 / County Road 300 E
Navigation decision point
4
36 mi into trip
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~56m in
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US 150; IL 47 / East Oak Street
Turn right onto US 150; IL 47 / East Oak Street
Navigation decision point
6
73 mi into trip
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~1h 37m in
Take the exit toward US 51 South, US 51 Business North: Bloomington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 135
Toward US 51 South, US 51 Business North: Bloom...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 35.7 mi | 38m |
| County Road 6 | 9.2 mi | 12m |
| North County Road 000 East | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| County Road 300 E | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| County Road 00 East | 4 mi | 7m |
| North County Road 50E | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| South Main Street | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 2.4 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 35.7 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arthur, IL and Bloomington, IL.
1
Start on South Vine Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Vine Street
2
Continue on North County Road 000 East
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
North County Road 000 East
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 36
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
·
United States Route 36
4
Continue on US 36
522 ft
·
14 sec
·
County Road 950 North
5
Turn left onto Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
6
Continue on North County Road 50 East
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
North County Road 50 East
7
Continue on County Highway 14
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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County Highway 14
8
Continue on North County Road 50E
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
North County Road 50E
9
Continue on CR 17
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
County Road 00 East
10
Continue on CR 17
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
County Line Street
11
Continue on CR 17
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Johnson Street
12
Continue on CR 17
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 17
13
Turn left onto CR 6
9.2 mi
·
12 min
·
County Road 6
14
Continue on CR 6
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
15
Continue on CR 6
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
County Road 200 East
16
Continue on CR 6
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Main Street
17
Turn right onto IL 10
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 1600 N
18
Turn left onto IL 47
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
County Road 300 E
19
Continue on IL 47
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Division Street
20
Turn right onto US 150; IL 47
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
East Oak Street
21
Turn left onto IL 47
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Lombard Street
22
Continue on IL 47
483 ft
·
12 sec
·
County Road 400 East
23
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 74 West: Bloomington
24
Merge onto I 74
36 mi
·
38 min
·
I 74
25
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 135
Toward US 51 South, US 51 Business North: Bloomington
26
Turn right onto US 51 Business
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
South Main Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
27
Continue on US 51 Business
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South East Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
28
Arrive at destination
US 51 Business
Trip Plan
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 38.3 miles from Arthur, IL, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.7 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 76.6 miles or 1h 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.3 miles or 1h 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bloomington, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Arthur, IL 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 Arthur, IL
This is one driving day of about 76.6 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Arthur, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 74 for about 35.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.3 mi from Arthur, IL · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 76.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.3 miles from Arthur, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bloomington, IL
The final approach into Bloomington, IL 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, IL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.63 one way
$23.27 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $12.83 | $25.65 |
| premium | $4.80 | $14.46 | $28.92 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $17.02 | $34.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23 | 0 | $8.04 | $3.68 |
| Efficient EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.70 | $3.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.6 | 0 | $10.72 | $4.90 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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, IL
Morning in Bloomington on Tuesday
Local time
11:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
53°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
2 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
1h 45m 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 Arthur, IL to Bloomington, IL covers 76.6 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 74, County Road 6, North County Road 000 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.3 miles from Arthur, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.63 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 1h 45m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.3 miles (US 36 / United States Route 36): Navigation decision point; at 6 miles (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 30.6 miles (IL 47 / County Road 300 E): Navigation decision point.
The route from Arthur, IL to Bloomington, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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