Origin
Bloomington, KS
Late night in Bloomington on Wednesday
Local time
12:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bloomington, KS to Rose Hill, KS
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
37m
Distance
20.2 mi
32 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
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6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Bloomington, KS to Rose Hill, KS covers 20.2 miles and takes about 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Southwest 210th Street, Southwest 170th Street, US 77 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 6 miles on Southwest 210th Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.16 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
10.1 miles from Bloomington, KS
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 37m drive with frequent turns across 20.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Southwest 210th Street is the longest continuous segment at about 6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 6 miles in near US 77.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bloomington, KS to Rose Hill, KS is easy. At 37m with 21% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6 miles (US 77): Navigation decision point; at 10.2 miles (East 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.5 miles (Southwest Butler Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
6 mi into trip
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~14m in
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US 77
Turn left onto US 77
Navigation decision point
3
10.2 mi into trip
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~19m in
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East 1st Street
Turn right onto East 1st Street
Navigation decision point
4
17.5 mi into trip
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~32m in
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Southwest Butler Road
Turn right onto Southwest Butler Road
Navigation decision point
4
20.2 mi into trip
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~37m in
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East Showalter Street
Turn right onto East Showalter Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southwest 210th Street | 6 mi | 10m |
| Southwest 170th Street | 6 mi | 14m |
| US 77 | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Southwest Butler Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| East 1st Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| South Rose Hill Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Showalter Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Southwest 210th Street
— 6 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington, KS and Rose Hill, KS.
1
Start on Southwest 170th Street
6.0 mi
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14 min
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Southwest 170th Street
2
Turn left onto US 77
4.3 mi
·
5 min
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US 77
3
Turn right onto East 1st Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
East 1st Street
4
Continue on Southwest 210th Street
6.0 mi
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10 min
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Southwest 210th Street
5
Turn right onto Southwest Butler Road
2.3 mi
·
3 min
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Southwest Butler Road
6
Continue on South Rose Hill Road
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
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South Rose Hill Road
7
Turn right onto East Showalter Street
33 ft
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1 sec
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East Showalter Street
8
Arrive at destination
East Showalter Street
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 10.1 miles from Bloomington, KS, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6 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 20.2 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.1 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rose Hill, KS than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bloomington, KS 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 Bloomington, KS
This is one driving day of about 20.2 miles and 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bloomington, KS.
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 Southwest 210th Street for about 6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.1 mi from Bloomington, KS · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 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 20.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.1 miles from Bloomington, KS, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Rose Hill, KS
The final approach into Rose Hill, KS 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 Rose Hill, KS.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.16 one way
$6.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.47 | $6.93 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.89 | $7.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.46 | $8.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.12 | $0.97 |
| Efficient EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.77 | $0.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.83 | $1.29 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Rose Hill, KS
Late night in Rose Hill on Wednesday
Local time
12:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°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
34 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
37m 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 Bloomington, KS to Rose Hill, KS covers 20.2 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Southwest 210th Street, Southwest 170th Street, US 77. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.1 miles from Bloomington, KS. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.16 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.
The drive from Bloomington, KS to Rose Hill, KS is easy. At 37m with 21% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 6 miles (US 77): Navigation decision point; at 10.2 miles (East 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.5 miles (Southwest Butler Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Bloomington, KS to Rose Hill, KS does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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