Origin
Bloomington, IN
Morning in Bloomington on Wednesday
Local time
6:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bloomington, IN to North Vernon, IN
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
58.3 mi
94 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
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6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
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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North Vernon, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bloomington, IN to North Vernon, IN covers 58.3 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, SR 7, East 3rd Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 37.6 miles on SR 46. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.11 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
29.2 miles from Bloomington, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 24m highway drive covering 58.3 miles, with most of the trip on SR 46 and SR 7. The longest continuous stretch is about 37.6 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 11 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 37.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 46 and SR 7. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South Dunn Street.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bloomington, IN to North Vernon, IN is easy. At 1h 24m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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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
4
1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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South Mitchell Street
Turn left onto South Mitchell Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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East 3rd Street
Turn right onto East 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
4
58.1 mi into trip
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~1h 23m in
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East Walnut Street
Turn left onto East Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 46 | 37.6 mi | 52m |
| SR 7 | 16.9 mi | 25m |
| East 3rd Street | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| East Atwater Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Walnut Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Dunn Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Mitchell Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East 4th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 46
— 37.6 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington, IN and North Vernon, IN.
1
Start on this road
99 ft
·
9 sec
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this road
2
Continue on East 4th Street
379 ft
·
20 sec
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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
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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
23 mi
·
35 min
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SR 46; SR 135
9
Continue on SR 7
17 mi
·
25 min
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SR 7
10
Turn left onto East Walnut Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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East Walnut Street
11
Arrive at destination
5th Street
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 29.2 miles from Bloomington, IN, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.6 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 58.3 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.2 miles or 39m 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 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Vernon, 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 58.3 miles and 1h 24m.
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 SR 46 for about 37.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.2 mi from Bloomington, IN · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 58.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.2 miles from Bloomington, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in North Vernon, IN
The final approach into North Vernon, 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 North Vernon, 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
$9.11 one way
$18.23 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.01 | $20.01 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.22 | $22.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.87 | $25.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.12 | $2.80 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.10 | $2.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.16 | $3.73 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
North Vernon, IN
Morning in North Vernon on Wednesday
Local time
6:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°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
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 North Vernon, IN covers 58.3 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, SR 7, East 3rd 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 29.2 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 $9.11 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 North Vernon, IN is easy. At 1h 24m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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.
The route from Bloomington, IN to North Vernon, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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