Origin
Bloomington, IN
Evening in Bloomington on Friday
Local time
6:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bloomington, IN to Geneva, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
60.4 mi
97 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m
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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Geneva, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bloomington, IN to Geneva, IN covers 60.4 miles and takes about 1h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SR 46, I 65, Old State Road 252 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 30.9 miles on SR 46. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.44 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 60.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 24m highway drive covering 60.4 miles, with most of the trip on SR 46 and I 65. The longest continuous stretch is about 30.9 miles on SR 46.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 46 is the longest continuous segment at about 30.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 46 and I 65. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South Dunn Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 24m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South Dunn Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (South Mitchell Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (East 3rd Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese 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
4
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
South Mitchell Street
Turn left onto South Mitchell Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
East 3rd Street
Turn right onto East 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
4
34.5 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
6
46.1 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Take the exit toward SR 252: Edinburgh, Flat Rock
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 80
Toward SR 252: Edinburgh, Flat Rock
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bloomington, IN to Geneva, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Flat Rock along the way.
Flat Rock
46.1 mi in
|
~58m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 46 | 30.9 mi | 40m |
| I 65 | 11.3 mi | 12m |
| Old State Road 252 | 9.5 mi | 16m |
| East 3rd Street | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| SR 9 | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Vandalia Road | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| East Atwater Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Dunn Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 46
— 30.9 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington, IN and Geneva, 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
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
South Dunn Street
4
Continue on East Atwater Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Atwater Avenue
5
Turn left onto South Mitchell Street
438 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Mitchell Street
6
Turn right onto East 3rd Street
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
East 3rd Street
7
Continue on SR 46
15 mi
·
16 min
·
SR 46
8
Continue on SR 46; SR 135
16 mi
·
23 min
·
SR 46; SR 135
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
10
Merge onto I 65
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 65
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 80
Toward SR 252: Edinburgh, Flat Rock
12
Turn right onto Old State Road 252
9.5 mi
·
16 min
·
Old State Road 252
13
Turn left onto SR 9
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 9
14
Turn right onto Vandalia Road
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Vandalia Road
15
Continue on Vandalia Road
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Vandalia Road
16
Turn left onto Geneva Road
259 ft
·
11 sec
·
Geneva Road
17
Arrive at destination
Geneva Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.2 mi from Bloomington, IN · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.2 miles from Bloomington, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Geneva, IN
The final approach into Geneva, 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
$9.44 one way
$18.89 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.37 | $20.74 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.62 | $23.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.34 | $26.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.1 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 | 18.1 | 0 | $6.34 | $2.90 |
| Efficient EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.28 | $2.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.46 | $3.87 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Geneva, IN
Evening in Geneva on Friday
Local time
6:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
42°F
Nashville, IN
30 mi in
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 24m 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 Geneva, IN covers 60.4 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 46, I 65, Old State Road 252. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.2 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 $9.44 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 is a straightforward 1h 24m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South Dunn Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (South Mitchell Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (East 3rd Street): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Bloomington, IN to Geneva, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Flat Rock along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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