Origin
Bloomington, IL
Evening in Bloomington on Thursday
Local time
5:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bloomington, IL to Staunton, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 19m
Distance
122.6 mi
197 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 9m
★
6 AM
2h 19m
8 AM
2h 38m
10 AM
2h 26m
12 PM
2h 24m
3 PM
2h 27m
5 PM
2h 37m
8 PM
2h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Staunton, IL
Francis Seura
Trip Overview
The drive from Bloomington, IL to Staunton, IL covers 122.6 miles and takes about 2h 19m 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 55, North Morris 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 $19.17 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
61.3 miles from Bloomington, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 19m. Total distance: 122.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 19m highway drive covering 122.6 miles, with most of the trip on South Veterans Parkway and I 55. 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 14 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 55. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Chestnut Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 19m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Chestnut Street
Turn left onto West Chestnut Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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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
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North Morris Avenue
Turn left onto North Morris Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
2.6 mi into trip
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~7m in
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I 55 Business / South Veterans Parkway
Turn right onto I 55 Business / South Veterans Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
68.3 mi into trip
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~1h 18m in
|
I 55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Veterans Parkway | 65.7 mi | 1h 11m |
| I 55 | 51.6 mi | 55m |
| North Morris Avenue | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| East Main Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Staunton Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Market Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North Madison Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | <0.1 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 Staunton, 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 left at fork onto I 55
52 mi
·
55 min
·
I 55
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
Toward Staunton
11
Turn right onto Staunton Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Staunton Road
12
Continue on East Main Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
13
Turn right onto IL 4
75 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Hibbard Street
14
Arrive at destination
IL 4
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 61.3 miles from Bloomington, IL, or about 1h 11m 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 27 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.3 miles or 1h 11m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Staunton, 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.
+
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, IL
This is one driving day of about 122.6 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 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 61.3 mi from Bloomington, IL · 1h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61.3 miles from Bloomington, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before South Veterans Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.7 miles.
Arriving in Staunton, IL
The final approach into Staunton, 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 Staunton, 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
$19.17 one way
$38.33 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $21.04 | $42.09 |
| premium | $4.89 | $23.59 | $47.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.07 | $54.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.8 | 0 | $12.87 | $5.88 |
| Efficient EV | 30.7 | 0 | $10.73 | $4.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49 | 0 | $17.16 | $7.85 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Staunton, IL
Evening in Staunton on Thursday
Local time
5:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Riverton, IL
61 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
22 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
2h 19m 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 Staunton, IL covers 122.6 miles and takes about 2h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Veterans Parkway, I 55, North Morris 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 61.3 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 $19.17 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 2h 19m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 Staunton, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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