Origin
Bloomington, WI
Evening in Bloomington on Wednesday
Local time
7:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
52m
Distance
34 mi
55 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
The drive from Bloomington, WI to Dickeyville, WI covers 34 miles and takes about 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US Highway 61, State Highway 35, State Highway 81 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16.4 miles on US Highway 61. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.32 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
17 miles from Bloomington, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
This is a 52m highway drive covering 34 miles, with most of the trip on US Highway 61 and State Highway 35. The longest continuous stretch is about 16.4 miles on US Highway 61.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 61 and State Highway 35. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near WI 35 / State Highway 35.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bloomington, WI to Dickeyville, WI is easy. At 52m with 94% 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 (WI 35 / State Highway 35): Navigation decision point; at 14.6 miles (WI 35; WI 81 / West Cherry Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.9 miles (US 61; WI 35; WI 81 / North Madison Street): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn left onto WI 35 / State Highway 35
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto WI 35; WI 81 / West Cherry Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 61; WI 35; WI 81 / North Madison Street
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout onto US 61; WI 35 / US Highway 61
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn right
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 61 | 16.4 mi | 23m |
| State Highway 35 | 11.7 mi | 17m |
| State Highway 81 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Highway 35 and 61 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North Madison Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Cherry Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Beetown Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington, WI and Dickeyville, WI.
Start on Mill Street
At end of road, turn left onto WI 35
Continue on WI 35; WI 81
Continue on WI 35; WI 81
Continue on WI 35; WI 81
Continue on WI 35; WI 81
Turn right onto WI 35; WI 81
Turn right onto US 61; WI 35; WI 81
Continue on US 61; WI 35; WI 81
Continue on US 61; WI 35; WI 81
Enter roundabout onto US 61; WI 35
Continue on US 61; WI 35
Continue on US 61; WI 35
Turn left onto Hill Climb Road
Turn right onto 2nd Street
Turn right
Arrive at destination
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.
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 34 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dickeyville, WI than in the middle of the route.
Have your navigation ready before leaving Bloomington, WI.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bloomington, WI
This is one driving day of about 34 miles and 52m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17 mi from Bloomington, WI · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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.
A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 17 miles from Bloomington, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Dickeyville, WI if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$5.32 one way
$10.63 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.84 | $11.67 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.54 | $13.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.51 | $15.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.57 | $1.63 |
| Efficient EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.97 | $1.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.76 | $2.18 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Bloomington on Wednesday
Local time
7:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Dickeyville on Wednesday
Local time
7:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
46°F
Lancaster, WI
17 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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