Origin
Bloomington, IN
Afternoon in Bloomington on Wednesday
Local time
3:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bloomington, IN to Beech Grove, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
52.4 mi
84 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
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6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
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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Beech Grove, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bloomington, IN to Beech Grove, IN covers 52.4 miles and takes about 1h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 69, North Walnut Street, South Emerson Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 44.8 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.19 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
26.2 miles from Bloomington, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 32m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 4m highway drive covering 52.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and North Walnut Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 44.8 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 12 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 44.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and North Walnut Street. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Indiana Avenue.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.4 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (South Indiana Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Indiana Avenue
Turn right onto South Indiana Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
5.4 mi into trip
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~9m in
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I 69
Merge onto I 69
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
50.2 mi into trip
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~59m in
Take the exit toward Emerson Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 52
Toward Emerson Avenue
7
50.3 mi into trip
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~1h in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
6
51.9 mi into trip
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~1h 2m in
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Albany Street
Turn left onto Albany Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 44.8 mi | 50m |
| North Walnut Street | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| South Emerson Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Albany Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| East 7th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South Indiana Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North 7th Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 44.8 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington, IN and Beech Grove, IN.
1
Start on this road
99 ft
·
11 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto South Indiana Avenue
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
South Indiana Avenue
3
Turn left onto East 7th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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East 7th Street
4
Turn right onto North Walnut Street
4.4 mi
·
6 min
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North Walnut Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
6
Merge onto I 69
45 mi
·
50 min
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I 69
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 52
Toward Emerson Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Turn slight left onto South Emerson Avenue
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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South Emerson Avenue
10
Turn left onto Albany Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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Albany Street
Use the left lane.
11
Turn left onto North 7th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
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North 7th Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
North 7th Avenue
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 26.2 miles from Bloomington, IN, or about 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.8 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 52.4 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.2 miles or 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beech Grove, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bloomington, IN 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, IN
This is one driving day of about 52.4 miles and 1h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bloomington, IN.
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 I 69 for about 44.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.2 mi from Bloomington, IN · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 52.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.2 miles from Bloomington, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Beech Grove, IN
The final approach into Beech Grove, 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 Beech Grove, 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
$8.19 one way
$16.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.99 | $17.99 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.08 | $20.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.57 | $23.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.50 | $2.52 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.59 | $2.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21 | 0 | $7.34 | $3.35 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Beech Grove, IN
Afternoon in Beech Grove on Wednesday
Local time
3:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 4m 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, IN to Beech Grove, IN covers 52.4 miles and takes about 1h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, North Walnut Street, South Emerson 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 26.2 miles from Bloomington, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.19 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 52.4 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (South Indiana Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bloomington, IN to Beech Grove, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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