Origin
Bloomington, IN
Afternoon in Bloomington on Wednesday
Local time
4:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
50m
Distance
40.1 mi
65 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bloomington, IN
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Bargersville, IN
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The drive from Bloomington, IN to Bargersville, IN covers 40.1 miles and takes about 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Indiana Avenue, East 7th Street, North Walnut Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.27 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
20.1 miles from Bloomington, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
Expect a 50m drive with frequent turns across 40.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bloomington, IN to Bargersville, IN is easy. At 50m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bloomington, IN to Bargersville, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Indiana Avenue | — | — |
| East 7th Street | — | — |
| North Walnut Street | — | — |
| SR 144 | — | — |
| Route 144 | — | — |
| West Old Plank Road | — | — |
| North Carlisle Street | — | — |
| East Harriman Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington, IN and Bargersville, IN.
Start on the route
Turn right onto South Indiana Avenue
Turn left onto East 7th Street
Turn right onto North Walnut Street
Take the ramp straight
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward SR 144: Mooresville, Bargersville
Turn slight right onto Johnson County Route 144
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Johnson County Route 144
Exit the roundabout onto Johnson County Route 144
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Johnson County Route 144
Exit the roundabout onto Johnson County Route 144
Continue on West Old Plank Road
Turn slight right onto North Carlisle Street
Turn right onto East Harriman Avenue
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 40 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20.1 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bargersville, IN than in the middle of the route.
Have your navigation ready before leaving Bloomington, IN.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bloomington, IN
This is one driving day of about 40.1 miles and 50m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.1 mi from Bloomington, IN · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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.
A short stop after about 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 20.1 miles from Bloomington, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Bargersville, IN if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$6.27 one way
$12.54 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.88 | $13.77 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.72 | $15.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.85 | $17.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.92 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.51 | $1.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.57 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Bloomington on Wednesday
Local time
4:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Bargersville on Wednesday
Local time
4:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
55°F
Martinsville, IN
20 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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