Origin
Bloomington, IN
Night in Bloomington on Wednesday
Local time
9:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bloomington, IN to Dale, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 46m
Distance
88 mi
142 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 39m
★
6 AM
1h 47m
8 AM
2h 2m
10 AM
1h 52m
12 PM
1h 51m
3 PM
1h 53m
5 PM
2h 2m
8 PM
1h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bloomington, IN to Dale, IN covers 88 miles and takes about 1h 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East 4th Street, South Dunn Street, East 3rd Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.76 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
44 miles from Bloomington, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 46m drive with frequent turns across 88 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East 4th Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bloomington, IN to Dale, IN is easy. At 1h 46m 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 Dale, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East 4th Street | — | — |
| South Dunn Street | — | — |
| East 3rd Street | — | — |
| South College Avenue | — | — |
| West 2nd Street | — | — |
| Bloomfield Road | — | — |
| I 69 South | — | — |
| US 231 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East 4th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington, IN and Dale, IN.
1
Start on the route
98 ft
·
9 sec
·
the route
2
Continue on East 4th Street
377 ft
·
21 sec
·
East 4th Street
3
Turn left onto South Dunn Street
404 ft
·
17 sec
·
South Dunn Street
4
Turn right onto East 3rd Street
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
East 3rd Street
5
Turn left onto South College Avenue
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
South College Avenue
6
Turn right onto West 2nd Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West 2nd Street
7
Continue on Bloomfield Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Bloomfield Road
8
Take the ramp slight right
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
9
Merge slight left
2.4 mi
·
2 min
10
Keep slight left to continue on I 69 South: Evansville
27 mi
·
28 min
·
I 69 South: Evansville
11
Take the exit slight right toward US 231: Bloomfield, Crane
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
US 231: Bloomfield, Crane
12
Keep slight left
105 ft
·
3 sec
13
Turn left
17 mi
·
23 min
14
Turn right onto West Broadway Street
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
West Broadway Street
15
Continue on Mill Street
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Mill Street
16
Continue straight
6.1 mi
·
7 min
17
Turn right onto West 6th Street
16 mi
·
19 min
·
West 6th Street
18
Take the exit slight left
226 ft
·
8 sec
19
Turn slight left onto County Road 300 East
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
County Road 300 East
20
Continue on West Medcalf Street
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
West Medcalf Street
21
Turn right onto South Washington Street
49 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Washington Street
22
Arrive at your destination
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 44 miles from Bloomington, IN, or about 53m into the drive.
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 19 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44 miles or 53m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dale, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Bloomington, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bloomington, IN
This is one driving day of about 88 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Bloomington, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44 mi from Bloomington, IN · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44 miles from Bloomington, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dale, IN
The final approach into Dale, IN 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.76 one way
$27.52 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $15.11 | $30.21 |
| premium | $4.89 | $16.93 | $33.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.43 | $38.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.24 | $4.22 |
| Efficient EV | 22 | 0 | $7.70 | $3.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.2 | 0 | $12.32 | $5.63 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
Dale, IN
Evening in Dale on Wednesday
Local time
8:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
19 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 46m 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 Dale, IN covers 88 miles and takes about 1h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East 4th Street, South Dunn Street, East 3rd Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44 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 $13.76 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.
The drive from Bloomington, IN to Dale, IN is easy. At 1h 46m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bloomington, IN to Dale, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bloomington, IN to Dale, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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