Origin
Bloomington, IN
Afternoon in Bloomington on Thursday
Local time
2:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bloomington, IN to Stony Creek, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 20m
Distance
221.7 mi
357 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 7m
★
6 AM
4h 20m
8 AM
4h 47m
10 AM
4h 30m
12 PM
4h 27m
3 PM
4h 31m
5 PM
4h 45m
8 PM
4h 12m
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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Stony Creek, IN
David Kanigan
Trip Overview
The drive from Bloomington, IN to Stony Creek, IN covers 221.7 miles and takes about 4h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Indiana Avenue, East 7th Street, North Walnut Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.66 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
110.9 miles from Bloomington, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 20m. Total distance: 221.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 20m drive with frequent turns across 221.7 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.
South Indiana Avenue 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
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 4h 20m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bloomington, IN to Stony Creek, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Indiana Avenue | — | — |
| East 7th Street | — | — |
| North Walnut Street | — | — |
| I 69 North | — | — |
| US 30 West | — | — |
| North Baseline Road | — | — |
| South Orange Street | — | — |
| West Jefferson Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Indiana Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington, IN and Stony Creek, IN.
1
Start on the route
98 ft
·
11 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto South Indiana Avenue
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
South Indiana Avenue
3
Turn left onto East 7th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East 7th Street
4
Turn right onto North Walnut Street
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
North Walnut Street
5
Take the ramp straight
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
6
Merge slight left
48 mi
·
53 min
7
Continue straight
12 mi
·
13 min
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 69 North: Fort Wayne
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
I 69 North: Fort Wayne
9
Keep slight left
105 mi
·
1 hr 53 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 30 West, US 33 North: Goshen Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 30 West, US 33 North: Goshen Road
11
Take the exit slight right
18 mi
·
21 min
12
Turn right onto North Baseline Road
7.2 mi
·
10 min
·
North Baseline Road
13
Continue on South Orange Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Orange Street
14
Turn left onto West Jefferson Street
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Jefferson Street
15
Continue on West Albion Road
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West Albion Road
16
Turn right onto North 290 West
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
North 290 West
17
Turn left onto US Highway 6
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
US Highway 6
18
Turn right onto North 600 West
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
North 600 West
19
Turn left onto West 800 South; West 1200 North
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
West 800 South; West 1200 North
20
Turn right onto East County Line Road; South 1200 West
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East County Line Road; South 1200 West
21
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
1 min
22
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 110.9 miles from Bloomington, IN, or about 2h 10m 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 49 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 110.9 miles or 2h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stony Creek, 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 221.7 miles and 4h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Bloomington, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 110.9 mi from Bloomington, IN · 2h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
111 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 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 110.9 miles from Bloomington, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Stony Creek, IN
The final approach into Stony Creek, 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 Stony Creek, 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
$34.66 one way
$69.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
78 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $38.06 | $76.11 |
| premium | $4.89 | $42.66 | $85.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $48.95 | $97.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 66.5 | 0 | $23.28 | $10.64 |
| Efficient EV | 55.4 | 0 | $19.40 | $8.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 88.7 | 1 | $31.04 | $14.19 |
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Stony Creek, IN
Afternoon in Stony Creek on Thursday
Local time
2:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
6 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
4h 20m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Stony Creek, IN covers 221.7 miles and takes about 4h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Indiana Avenue, East 7th Street, North Walnut Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 110.9 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 $34.66 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 20m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bloomington, IN to Stony Creek, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bloomington, IN to Stony Creek, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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