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Trip from Bremen, IN to Bloomington, IN

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Drive Time

3h 57m

Distance

188.5 mi

303 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$29

one way

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 44m ★
6 AM
3h 57m
8 AM
4h 23m
10 AM
4h 6m
12 PM
4h 4m
3 PM
4h 8m
5 PM
4h 22m
8 PM
3h 50m

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

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Bremen, IN

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county seat of Monroe County, Indiana, United States

Bloomington, IN

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Trip Overview

The drive from Bremen, IN to Bloomington, IN covers 188.5 miles and takes about 3h 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 31, I 69, I 465 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 110.4 miles on US 31. At current regular gas prices, budget about $29.47 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

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

94.2 miles from Bremen, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 58m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 3h 57m highway drive covering 188.5 miles, with most of the trip on US 31 and I 69. The longest continuous stretch is about 110.4 miles on US 31.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 31 is the longest continuous segment at about 110.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 31 and I 69. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 105.2 miles in near US 31.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 188.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 105.2 miles (US 31): Lane positioning matters here; at 118.2 miles (US 31): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 118.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 key points

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

6
105.2 mi into trip | ~2h 13m in | US 31

Turn right onto US 31

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
118.2 mi into trip | ~2h 31m in | US 31

Take the exit onto US 31 toward I 465, US 31 South

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 123 Toward I 465, US 31 South
7
118.8 mi into trip | ~2h 32m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 465 West

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 465 West
5
119.4 mi into trip | ~2h 33m in | I 465

Merge onto I 465

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
143.8 mi into trip | ~3h 2m in

Take the exit toward I 69 South: Evansville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 5 Toward I 69 South: Evansville

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 31 110.4 mi 2h 17m
I 69 38.3 mi 42m
I 465 24.4 mi 28m
Grand Army of the Republic Highway 4.6 mi 6m
North Walnut Street 3.2 mi 4m
West Plymouth Street 3.1 mi 5m
North College Avenue 1 mi 2m
North Dunn Street 0.4 mi 1m
Longest stretch: US 31 — 110.4 mi, about 2h 17m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bremen, IN and Bloomington, IN.

1

Start on this road

32 ft · 7 sec · this road
2

Turn left onto SR 106; SR 331

3.1 mi · 5 min · West Plymouth Street
3

At end of road, turn left onto US 6

4.6 mi · 6 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
4

Turn left

0.4 mi · 46 sec
5

Merge onto US 31

11 mi · 13 min · US 31
6

Merge onto US 31

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 31
7

Turn slight right

512 ft · 6 sec
8

Continue on US 31

85 mi · 1 hr 44 min · US 31
9

Turn right onto East 226th Street

270 ft · 10 sec · East 226th Street
10

Turn left

320 ft · 50 sec
11

Continue on this road

320 ft · 25 sec · this road
12

Turn right onto East 226th Street

270 ft · 9 sec · East 226th Street
13

Turn right onto US 31

13 mi · 17 min · US 31
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit onto US 31

0.6 mi · 55 sec · US 31
Exit 123 Toward I 465, US 31 South Use the slight right lane.
15

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 465 West Use the slight right lane.
16

Merge onto I 465

4.8 mi · 5 min · I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Keep slight right at fork onto I 465

20 mi · 23 min · I 465
Toward I 465 South
18

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 5 Toward I 69 South: Evansville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Continue on I 69

38 mi · 42 min · I 69
20

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 59 sec
Toward College Avenue, Walnut Street
21

Turn straight onto North Walnut Street

3.2 mi · 4 min · North Walnut Street
22

Continue on North College Avenue

1.0 mi · 2 min · North College Avenue
23

Turn left onto West 10th Street

0.4 mi · 54 sec · West 10th Street
24

Turn right onto North Dunn Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · North Dunn Street
25

Turn left onto East 4th Street

379 ft · 15 sec · East 4th Street
26

Turn straight

99 ft · 7 sec
27

Arrive at 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 94.2 miles from Bremen, IN, or about 1h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 110.4 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 41m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 94.2 miles or 1h 58m 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 14m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bloomington, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Bremen, 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 Bremen, IN

This is one driving day of about 188.5 miles and 3h 57m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bremen, 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.
The longest stretch is on US 31 for about 110.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 94.2 mi from Bremen, IN · 1h 58m into the drive

city in Ohio, United States; county seat of Hamilton County

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cincinnati, OH

94 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

Chicago, IL

Fuel and coffee

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

Cincinnati, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 94.2 miles from Bremen, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 31 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 110.4 miles.

Arriving in Bloomington, IN

The final approach into Bloomington, 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 Bloomington, IN.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$29.47 one way

$58.94 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 66 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $32.36 $64.71
premium $4.89 $36.28 $72.55
diesel $5.61 $41.62 $83.24

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$29

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 66 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 56.6 0 $19.79 $9.05
Efficient EV 47.1 0 $16.49 $7.54
EV Truck/SUV 75.4 0 $26.39 $12.06

Gas CO2

66 kg

EV CO2

22 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.

Forecast data refreshed 1 day ago

Origin

Bremen, IN

Morning in Bremen on Wednesday

Local time

6:17 AM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 15 mph 20% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 13 at 10:37PM EDT until April 17 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 13 at 6:31PM CDT until April 15 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

Destination

Bloomington, IN

Morning in Bloomington on Wednesday

Local time

6:17 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

9 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

3h 57m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Bremen, IN to Bloomington, IN covers 188.5 miles and takes about 3h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 31, I 69, I 465. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 94.2 miles from Bremen, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.47 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 188.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 105.2 miles (US 31): Lane positioning matters here; at 118.2 miles (US 31): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 118.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bremen, IN to Bloomington, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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