Origin
Cayuga, IN
Late night in Cayuga on Wednesday
Local time
12:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cayuga, IN to Bloomington, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
94.1 mi
151 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
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6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 16m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 15m
8 PM
1h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cayuga, IN
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Bloomington, IN
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Trip Overview
This 94.1-mile drive from Cayuga, IN to Bloomington, IN is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 58 minutes. You'll be navigating local roads for the entirety of this journey, so expect a more leisurely pace. With a fuel cost estimated at $14, this route is quite budget-friendly for a quick excursion. Since it's a relatively short drive with no designated overnight stops, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits you best. Both your origin and destination are situated within the Midwest region, offering a consistent regional feel throughout your travels.
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
47 miles from Cayuga, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Prepare for a 'turn-heavy local drive' as you make your way from Cayuga to Bloomington. With a 0% highway share, you'll be exclusively on local roads, meaning you should anticipate frequent turns and a more varied road surface. The drive doesn't feature any exceptionally long, uninterrupted stretches, so you'll constantly be engaging with the changing landscape. This type of route encourages you to stay alert and connected to your surroundings, offering a hands-on driving experience rather than a high-speed transit.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Logan Street 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Cayuga, IN to Bloomington, IN is easy. At 1h 58m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cayuga, IN to Bloomington, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Logan Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Ferry Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| County Road 480 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 59 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Route 59 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Morgan Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Road 46 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
South Logan Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cayuga, IN and Bloomington, IN.
1
Start on the route
56 ft
·
4 sec
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the route
2
Turn right onto South Logan Street
0.3 mi
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1 min
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South Logan Street
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto East Ferry Street
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
East Ferry Street
4
Continue on County Road 480 North
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
County Road 480 North
5
Turn right
34 mi
·
43 min
6
Continue straight
4.4 mi
·
9 min
7
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
8
Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
15 mi
·
16 min
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Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
9
Take the exit slight right toward SR 59: Brazil, Linton
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
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SR 59: Brazil, Linton
10
Turn right onto State Route 59
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 59
11
Turn left
20 mi
·
29 min
12
Turn left onto West Morgan Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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West Morgan Street
13
Continue on State Road 46
7.8 mi
·
11 min
·
State Road 46
14
Continue on West Temperance Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Temperance Street
15
Continue on State Road 46
5.7 mi
·
10 min
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State Road 46
16
Turn sharp right onto North College Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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North College Avenue
17
Turn left onto West 10th Street
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
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West 10th Street
18
Turn right onto North Dunn Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Dunn Street
19
Turn left onto East 4th Street
377 ft
·
15 sec
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East 4th Street
20
Turn straight
98 ft
·
7 sec
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given this route's 1 hour and 58-minute duration and 94.1-mile length, it's perfectly suited for a single-day adventure. You won't need to worry about splitting the drive or finding overnight accommodations. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize your time at your destination. With no specific 'longest stretch' to worry about, you can afford to make spontaneous, short stops as needed. A key piece of advice for this turn-heavy route is to pay close attention to your GPS, as you'll be making numerous directional changes.
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 47 miles from Cayuga, IN, or about 59m 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 80 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47 miles or 59m 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 37m
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 Cayuga, 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 Cayuga, IN
This is one driving day of about 94.1 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cayuga, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47 mi from Cayuga, IN · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 47 miles from Cayuga, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.71 one way
$29.42 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.15 | $32.31 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.11 | $36.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.78 | $41.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.2 | 0 | $9.88 | $4.52 |
| Efficient EV | 23.5 | 0 | $8.23 | $3.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.6 | 0 | $13.17 | $6.02 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Bloomington, IN
Late night in Bloomington on Wednesday
Local time
12:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 58m 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 Cayuga, IN to Bloomington, IN covers 94.1 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Logan Street, East Ferry Street, County Road 480 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47 miles from Cayuga, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.71 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 Cayuga, IN to Bloomington, IN is easy. At 1h 58m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cayuga, IN to Bloomington, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Cayuga, IN to Bloomington, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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