Origin
Bloomington, IN
Night in Bloomington on Tuesday
Local time
10:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bloomington, IN to Benton, IN
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
4h 15m
Distance
194.2 mi
313 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
18 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 2m
★
6 AM
4h 16m
8 AM
4h 42m
10 AM
4h 25m
12 PM
4h 22m
3 PM
4h 26m
5 PM
4h 41m
8 PM
4h 8m
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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Benton, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bloomington, IN to Benton, IN covers 194.2 miles and takes about 4h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 69, SR 37, Marion Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 63.8 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $30.36 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
97.1 miles from Bloomington, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 57m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 4h 15m highway drive covering 194.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and SR 37. The longest continuous stretch is about 63.8 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 30 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 63.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and SR 37. You will hit about 16 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
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 194.2 miles you will encounter 16 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 0.6 miles (North Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 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
4
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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North Walnut Street
Turn right onto North Walnut Street
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.
6
65 mi into trip
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~1h 16m in
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I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 37
Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
8
69.2 mi into trip
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~1h 22m in
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SR 37 / IN-37
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37 / IN-37 toward SR 37 North: 116th Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 205
Toward SR 37 North: 116th Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 63.8 mi | 1h 13m |
| SR 37 | 32.9 mi | 38m |
| Marion Road | 18.6 mi | 21m |
| SR 13 | 17.6 mi | 26m |
| N Goshen Rd | 14.1 mi | 24m |
| IN-37 | 13.7 mi | 18m |
| SR 5 | 6.7 mi | 11m |
| Huntington Road | 5.3 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 63.8 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington, IN and Benton, IN.
1
Start on this road
99 ft
·
11 sec
·
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
·
East 7th Street
4
Turn right onto North Walnut Street
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
North Walnut Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
6
Merge onto I 69
48 mi
·
53 min
·
I 69
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on I 69; I 465
12 mi
·
13 min
·
I 69; I 465
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
I 69
Exit 37
Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
9
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
IN-37
Exit 205
Toward SR 37 North: 116th Street
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto SR 37
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
IN-37
11
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 37
9.7 mi
·
13 min
·
IN-37
12
Enter roundabout onto SR 37
93 ft
·
1 sec
·
SR 37
13
Continue on SR 37
33 mi
·
38 min
·
SR 37
14
Continue on SR 9
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
South Western Avenue
15
Continue on SR 9; SR 15
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
South Baldwin Avenue
16
Continue on SR 9
5.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Huntington Road
17
Continue on SR 9
19 mi
·
21 min
·
Marion Road
18
Turn left onto SR 5
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
North Jefferson Street
19
Continue on SR 5
14 mi
·
24 min
·
N Goshen Rd
20
Turn right onto SR 5
6.7 mi
·
11 min
·
SR 5
21
Turn left onto West Old Trail Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Old Trail Road
22
Turn right onto North Binkley Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Binkley Road
23
Turn left onto US 30
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
US 30
24
Turn right onto SR 13
18 mi
·
26 min
·
SR 13
25
Turn straight onto SR 13
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
North Indiana Avenue
26
Continue on SR 13
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
State Road 13
27
Enter roundabout onto CR 33
148 ft
·
2 sec
·
County Road 33
28
Continue on CR 33
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
County Road 33
29
At end of road, turn left onto US 33
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
US 33
30
Arrive at destination
US 33
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 97.1 miles from Bloomington, IN, or about 1h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.8 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 80 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 97.1 miles or 1h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Benton, 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 194.2 miles and 4h 15m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 69 for about 63.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 97.1 mi from Bloomington, IN · 1h 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
97 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 97.1 miles from Bloomington, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.8 miles.
Arriving in Benton, IN
The final approach into Benton, 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 Benton, 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
$30.36 one way
$60.72 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
68 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $33.34 | $66.67 |
| premium | $4.89 | $37.37 | $74.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $42.88 | $85.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 67.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
18 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Target - Tesla Supercharger
Indianapolis, IN
Tesla
16 DCFC
College Mall - Tesla Supercharger
Bloomington, IN
Tesla
12 DCFC
Plaza Garage - Tesla Supercharger
Indianapolis, IN
Tesla
12 DCFC
Meijer - Tesla Supercharger
Indianapolis, IN
Tesla
12 DCFC
Fresh Thyme Farmer’s Market - Tesla Supercharger
Bloomington, IN
Tesla
8 DCFC
Target - Tesla Supercharger
Greenwood, IN
Tesla
8 DCFC
Walmart 5443 (Indianapolis, IN)
Indianapolis, IN
Electrify America
8 DCFC
La Quinta South Indianapolis - Tesla Supercharger
Indianapolis, IN
Tesla
8 DCFC
Tesla: 7
Electrify America: 3
EV Connect: 2
ChargePoint Network: 2
Non-Networked: 2
eVgo Network: 1
LOOP: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 58.3 | 0 | $20.39 | $9.32 |
| Efficient EV | 48.6 | 0 | $16.99 | $7.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 77.7 | 0 | $27.19 | $12.43 |
Gas CO2
68 kg
EV CO2
23 kg (66% 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
Benton, IN
Night in Benton on Tuesday
Local time
10:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°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
15 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
4h 15m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Benton, IN covers 194.2 miles and takes about 4h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, SR 37, Marion Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 97.1 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 $30.36 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 194.2 miles you will encounter 16 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 0.6 miles (North Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bloomington, IN to Benton, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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