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Trip from Bloomington, IL to South Jacksonville, IL

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

1h 57m

Distance

101.8 mi

164 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min
4 AM
1h 49m ★
6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 15m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 2m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 14m
8 PM
1h 53m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown South Jacksonville, IL, IL

South Jacksonville, IL

Mike Jones

Trip Overview

The drive from Bloomington, IL to South Jacksonville, IL covers 101.8 miles and takes about 1h 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on South Veterans Parkway, I 72, East Morton Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 65.7 miles on South Veterans Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.92 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.

Midpoint

50.9 miles from Bloomington, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 57m. Total distance: 101.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 1h 57m highway drive covering 101.8 miles, with most of the trip on South Veterans Parkway and I 72. The longest continuous stretch is about 65.7 miles on South Veterans Parkway.

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.
South Veterans Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 65.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on South Veterans Parkway and I 72. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Chestnut Street.

Driving Effort 6/10

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 101.8 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.1 miles (West Chestnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 51 Business / North Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (North Morris Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | West Chestnut Street

Turn left onto West Chestnut Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 51 Business / North Center Street

Turn left onto US 51 Business / North Center Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.9 mi into trip | ~2m in | North Morris Avenue

Turn left onto North Morris Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
5
2.6 mi into trip | ~7m in | I 55 Business / South Veterans Parkway

Turn right onto I 55 Business / South Veterans Parkway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
6
68.3 mi into trip | ~1h 18m in | I 72; US 36

Keep slight right at fork onto I 72; US 36 toward I 72 West, US 36 West: Jacksonville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 72 West, US 36 West: Jacksonville

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
South Veterans Parkway 65.7 mi 1h 11m
I 72 28.9 mi 30m
East Morton Avenue 2.5 mi 3m
North Morris Avenue 1.7 mi 4m
South Main Street 1 mi 1m
Old Route 36 0.6 mi <1m
West Market Street 0.5 mi 1m
I 72 Business 0.5 mi 1m
Longest stretch: South Veterans Parkway — 65.7 mi, about 1h 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington, IL and South Jacksonville, IL.

1

Start on US 51 Business

136 ft · 5 sec · North East Street
Use the straight lane.
2

Continue on US 51 Business

396 ft · 16 sec · North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
3

Turn left onto West Chestnut Street

273 ft · 19 sec · West Chestnut Street
4

Turn left onto US 51 Business

393 ft · 13 sec · North Center Street
5

Continue on US 51 Business

0.2 mi · 28 sec · North Madison Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
6

Turn right onto West Market Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · West Market Street
7

Turn left onto North Morris Avenue

1.7 mi · 4 min · North Morris Avenue
Use the straight lane.
8

Turn right onto I 55 Business

66 mi · 1 hr 11 min · South Veterans Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
9

Keep slight right at fork onto I 72; US 36

29 mi · 30 min · I 72; US 36
Toward I 72 West, US 36 West: Jacksonville
10

Take the exit onto I 72 Business

0.4 mi · 48 sec · I 72 Business
Toward I 72 Business West: Jacksonville
11

Keep slight left at fork onto I 72 Business

431 ft · 11 sec · I 72 Business
Toward I 72 Business West: Jacksonville
12

Turn right onto I 72 Business

0.6 mi · 56 sec · Old Route 36
13

Continue on I 72 Business

2.5 mi · 3 min · East Morton Avenue
14

Turn left onto IL 267

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
15

Turn left onto East Vandalia Road

298 ft · 13 sec · East Vandalia Road
16

Arrive at destination

East Vandalia Road

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 50.9 miles from Bloomington, IL, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.7 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 22 miles or 28m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 50.9 miles or 59m 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 35m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Jacksonville, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Bloomington, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Bloomington, IL

This is one driving day of about 101.8 miles and 1h 57m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Bloomington, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on South Veterans Parkway for about 65.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 50.9 mi from Bloomington, IL · 59m into the drive

Downtown Riverton, IL, IL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Riverton, IL

51 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

Danvers, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Riverton, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 50.9 miles from Bloomington, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before South Veterans Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.7 miles.

Arriving in South Jacksonville, IL

The final approach into South Jacksonville, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument

Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument

National Monument

In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and lynched two men. The event led to the founding of the National Assoc...

3 mi from route ~6 min detour Free near mile 63.2
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.92 one way

$31.83 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 36 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $17.47 $34.95
premium $4.89 $19.59 $39.18
diesel $5.61 $22.48 $44.95

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 35.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 30.5 0 $10.69 $4.89
Efficient EV 25.5 0 $8.91 $4.07
EV Truck/SUV 40.7 0 $14.25 $6.52

Gas CO2

36 kg

EV CO2

12 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Bloomington, IL

Evening in Bloomington on Thursday

Local time

8:54 PM

CDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

South Jacksonville, IL

Evening in South Jacksonville on Thursday

Local time

8:54 PM

CDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

54°F

Riverton, IL

51 mi in

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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

1h 57m 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, IL to South Jacksonville, IL covers 101.8 miles and takes about 1h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Veterans Parkway, I 72, East Morton Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.9 miles from Bloomington, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.92 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 101.8 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.1 miles (West Chestnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 51 Business / North Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (North Morris Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bloomington, IL to South Jacksonville, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument.

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