Origin
Bloomfield, IN
Afternoon in Bloomfield on Tuesday
Local time
3:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bloomfield, IN to Lafayette, IN
Data updated 5 hours ago
Drive Time
2h 47m
Distance
140.2 mi
226 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 36m
★
6 AM
2h 47m
8 AM
3h 9m
10 AM
2h 55m
12 PM
2h 53m
3 PM
2h 56m
5 PM
3h 8m
8 PM
2h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bloomfield, IN
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Lafayette, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bloomfield, IN to Lafayette, IN covers 140.2 miles and takes about 2h 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 69, I 65, East Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 57.9 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.29 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
70.1 miles from Bloomfield, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 2h 47m highway drive covering 140.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and I 65. The longest continuous stretch is about 57.9 miles on I 69.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 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 57.9 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
959 ft
605 ft
Total Climb
652 ft
Total Descent
556 ft
Highest Point
959 ft
~100.1 mi in
Elevation Range
355 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and I 65. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 140.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14.9 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 73.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 83.7 miles (65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
14.9 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
73.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
Take the exit toward I 465 West, I 74 West: Peoria
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 163
Toward I 465 West, I 74 West: Peoria
6
83.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
|
65
Keep slight left at fork onto 65
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
87.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 45m in
Take the exit toward I 65 North: Chicago
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 20
Toward I 65 North: Chicago
6
136.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 40m in
Take the exit toward SR 26: Lafayette, Rossville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 172
Toward SR 26: Lafayette, Rossville
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 57.9 mi | 1h 4m |
| I 65 | 47.8 mi | 52m |
| East Main Street | 11.9 mi | 17m |
| I 74 | 9.2 mi | 10m |
| 65 | 3.9 mi | 4m |
| SR 445 | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| South Street | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| US 52 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 57.9 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomfield, IN and Lafayette, IN.
1
Start on North Washington Street
82 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Washington Street
2
Turn left onto East Main Street
12 mi
·
17 min
·
East Main Street
3
Turn straight
2.8 mi
·
4 min
4
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
105 ft
·
2 sec
·
the route
5
Exit the roundabout
469 ft
·
8 sec
6
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
167 ft
·
3 sec
·
the route
7
Exit the roundabout
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
8
Merge slight left
58 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
9
Take the exit slight left toward I 465 West, I 74 West: Peoria
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
I 465 West, I 74 West: Peoria
10
Merge slight left
9.2 mi
·
10 min
11
Keep slight left
3.9 mi
·
4 min
12
Take the exit slight left toward I 65 North: Chicago
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 65 North: Chicago
13
Merge slight right
18 mi
·
19 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward US 52 West
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
US 52 West
15
Keep slight left
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
16
Merge slight left
30 mi
·
32 min
17
Take the exit slight right toward SR 26: Lafayette, Rossville
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
SR 26: Lafayette, Rossville
18
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
19
Continue on South Street
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
South Street
20
Turn slight left onto Jackson Street
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Jackson Street
21
Turn right
177 ft
·
13 sec
22
Arrive at your destination
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 70.1 miles from Bloomfield, IN, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.9 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 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70.1 miles or 1h 24m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lafayette, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Bloomfield, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Bloomfield, IN
This is one driving day of about 140.2 miles and 2h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bloomfield, 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 57.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 70.1 mi from Bloomfield, IN · 1h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
70 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 70.1 miles from Bloomfield, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lafayette, IN
The final approach into Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.29 one way
$42.59 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $23.48 | $46.95 |
| premium | $4.80 | $26.47 | $52.93 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $31.15 | $62.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42.1 | 0 | $14.72 | $6.73 |
| Efficient EV | 35.1 | 0 | $12.27 | $5.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 56.1 | 0 | $19.63 | $8.97 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Lafayette, IN
Afternoon in Lafayette on Tuesday
Local time
3:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
21 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
2h 47m 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 Bloomfield, IN to Lafayette, IN covers 140.2 miles and takes about 2h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, I 65, East Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 70.1 miles from Bloomfield, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.29 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 140.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 14.9 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 73.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 83.7 miles (65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bloomfield, IN to Lafayette, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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