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Trip from Bloomington, IN to Ferdinand, IN

Drive Time

1h 45m

Distance

84 mi

135 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min
4 AM
1h 38m ★
6 AM
1h 46m
8 AM
2h 2m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 50m
3 PM
1h 52m
5 PM
2h 1m
8 PM
1h 41m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Bloomington, IN, IN

Bloomington, IN

Chris Flaten

Downtown Ferdinand, IN, IN

Ferdinand, IN

Jędrzej Koralewski

Trip Overview

The drive from Bloomington, IN to Ferdinand, IN covers 84 miles and takes about 1h 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 69, US 231, Mill Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 29.3 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.76 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

42 miles from Bloomington, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 1h 45m highway drive covering 84 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and US 231. The longest continuous stretch is about 29.3 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 20 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 29.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and US 231. You will hit about 10 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.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 84 miles you will encounter 10 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 10 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | 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
6
32.9 mi into trip | ~38m in

Take the exit toward US 231: Bloomfield, Crane

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 87 Toward US 231: Bloomfield, Crane
5
50.3 mi into trip | ~1h 2m in | US 50; US 150; US 231 / West Broadway Street

Turn right onto US 50; US 150; US 231 / West Broadway Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Bloomington, IN to Ferdinand, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Crane along the way.

Crane

32.9 mi in | ~38m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 69 29.3 mi 31m
US 231 23.3 mi 30m
Mill Street 14.3 mi 16m
SR 162 10.3 mi 15m
3rd Avenue 2.6 mi 3m
Bloomfield Road 1.6 mi 2m
West 2nd Street 0.9 mi 1m
East 3rd Street 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 69 — 29.3 mi, about 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington, IN and Ferdinand, 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

6.2 mi · 7 min
17

Turn left onto West 3rd Street

0.1 mi · 12 sec · West 3rd Street
18

Turn straight onto 3rd Avenue

2.6 mi · 3 min · 3rd Avenue
19

Continue straight

10 mi · 15 min
20

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 42 miles from Bloomington, IN, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.3 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 40m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 42 miles or 51m 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 27m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ferdinand, 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.

+

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 84 miles and 1h 45m.

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 29.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 42 mi from Bloomington, IN · 51m into the drive

Downtown Jackson, IL, IL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Jackson, IL

42 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

Jackson, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Jackson, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 42 miles from Bloomington, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Ferdinand, IN

The final approach into Ferdinand, 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 Ferdinand, IN.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial

Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial

National Memorial

Abraham Lincoln grew from youth to manhood on this southern Indiana soil. Many character and moral traits of one of the world's most respected leaders was formed and nurtured here. Explore Lincoln's b...

10 mi from route ~26 min detour Free near mile 84
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.76 one way

$25.52 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 29 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $14.07 $28.13
premium $4.80 $15.86 $31.71
diesel $5.64 $18.66 $37.32

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 29.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 25.2 0 $8.82 $4.03
Efficient EV 21 0 $7.35 $3.36
EV Truck/SUV 33.6 0 $11.76 $5.38

Gas CO2

29 kg

EV CO2

10 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Bloomington, IN

Morning in Bloomington on Monday

Local time

7:21 AM

EDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Ferdinand, IN

Morning in Ferdinand on Monday

Local time

7:21 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

60°F

Jackson, IL

42 mi in

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

3 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

1h 45m 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 Ferdinand, IN covers 84 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, US 231, Mill Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42 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 $12.76 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 84 miles you will encounter 10 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.
On the drive from Bloomington, IN to Ferdinand, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Crane along the way.

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