Origin
Bloomington, IN
Late night in Bloomington on Friday
Local time
4:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Bloomington, IN to Evansville, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 14m
Distance
118.3 mi
190 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 5m
★
6 AM
2h 15m
8 AM
2h 33m
10 AM
2h 21m
12 PM
2h 19m
3 PM
2h 22m
5 PM
2h 32m
8 PM
2h 9m
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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Evansville, IN
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Trip Overview
This 118.3-mile drive from Bloomington, IN to Evansville, IN is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 2 hours and 14 minutes on the road, primarily utilizing I-69. With a fuel cost estimated around $18, this trip is quite budget-friendly. The route is predominantly highway, making it a quick and efficient way to travel between these two Midwest locations. It's a practical option if you're looking for a no-fuss drive with minimal planning required.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
59.1 miles from Bloomington, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 14m. Total distance: 118.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is heavily highway-oriented, with 94% of the route on interstates. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 106.6 miles on I-69, which forms the backbone of this journey. The road profile suggests a consistent highway experience, meaning you'll likely encounter limited turns and a steady pace for most of the trip. Prepare for a drive where efficiency and speed are prioritized over winding country roads or varied scenery.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 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 106.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and East Lloyd Expressway. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South Dunn Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 118.3 miles you will encounter 14 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: at 0.1 miles (South Dunn Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 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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South Dunn Street
Turn left onto South Dunn Street
Navigation decision point
5
3.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 69
Merge onto I 69
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
5.9 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 69
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 South: Evansville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
5
110.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 1m in
Take the exit toward Lynch Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 10
Toward Lynch Road
5
118.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 14m in
At end of road, turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 106.6 mi | 1h 54m |
| East Lloyd Expressway | 3.9 mi | 4m |
| North Burkhardt Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Bloomfield Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| West 2nd Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East Walnut Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East 3rd Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| US 41 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 106.6 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington, IN and Evansville, IN.
1
Start on this road
99 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Continue on East 4th Street
379 ft
·
20 sec
·
East 4th Street
3
Turn left onto South Dunn Street
403 ft
·
17 sec
·
South Dunn Street
4
Turn right onto East 3rd Street
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
East 3rd Street
5
Turn left onto South College Avenue
0.2 mi
·
44 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
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
9
Merge onto I 69
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
I 69
Use the straight lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
104 mi
·
1 hr 51 min
·
I 69
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 10
Toward Lynch Road
12
Turn slight right
153 ft
·
4 sec
13
Turn straight onto Lynch Road
498 ft
·
15 sec
·
Lynch Road
14
Turn left onto North Burkhardt Road
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
North Burkhardt Road
15
Turn right onto SR 66
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
East Lloyd Expressway
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Toward US 41 South
17
Merge onto US 41; SR 66
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
US 41; SR 66
18
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Walnut Street
19
Turn right
332 ft
·
25 sec
20
At end of road, turn right
123 ft
·
9 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given its 2-hour duration, this route is ideal for a single-day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Leaving in the morning can help you avoid potential traffic, and you'll have plenty of daylight upon arrival. With no designated stops in the data, you can choose to refuel or rest as needed, but keep in mind the longest stretch is over 100 miles on I-69, so plan your breaks accordingly. A key tip for this drive is to ensure your vehicle is fueled before embarking on the 106.6-mile segment on I-69, as services may be less frequent during this portion.
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 59.1 miles from Bloomington, IN, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106.6 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 26 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.1 miles or 1h 6m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Evansville, 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 118.3 miles and 2h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Bloomington, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 69 for about 106.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.1 mi from Bloomington, IN · 1h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.1 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 106.6 miles.
Arriving in Evansville, IN
The final approach into Evansville, 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 Evansville, IN.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.49 one way
$36.99 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.31 | $40.61 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.77 | $45.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.12 | $52.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.5 | 0 | $12.42 | $5.68 |
| Efficient EV | 29.6 | 0 | $10.35 | $4.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.3 | 0 | $16.56 | $7.57 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Evansville, IN
Late night in Evansville on Friday
Local time
3:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°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
2 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 14m 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 Evansville, IN covers 118.3 miles and takes about 2h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, East Lloyd Expressway, North Burkhardt 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 59.1 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 $18.49 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 118.3 miles you will encounter 14 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: at 0.1 miles (South Dunn Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Bloomington, IN to Evansville, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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