Origin
Graham, IN
Afternoon in Graham on Thursday
Local time
12:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Graham, IN to Bloomington, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
58.8 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Graham, IN
Nothing Ahead
Bloomington, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Graham, IN to Bloomington, IN covers 58.8 miles and takes about 1h 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 69, SR 57, SR 358 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 40.8 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.19 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 58.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 18m highway drive covering 58.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and SR 57. The longest continuous stretch is about 40.8 miles on I 69.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 69 is the longest continuous segment at about 40.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and SR 57. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 14.6 miles in near I 69.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 18m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14.6 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 58.2 miles (East 3rd Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
14.6 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
I 69
Merge onto I 69
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
55.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward SR 45 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward SR 45 South
5
58.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
East 3rd Street
Turn right onto East 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
5
58.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
South Indiana Avenue
Turn left onto South Indiana Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
58.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 40.8 mi | 44m |
| SR 57 | 9.2 mi | 13m |
| SR 358 | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Bloomfield Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| SR 58 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| West 500 North | 1 mi | 4m |
| West 2nd Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West 450 North | 0.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 40.8 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Graham, IN and Bloomington, IN.
1
Start on this road
217 ft
·
14 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn left onto West 450 North
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
West 450 North
3
Turn left onto North 100 West
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North 100 West
4
Turn right onto West 500 North
1.0 mi
·
4 min
·
West 500 North
5
Turn left onto SR 57
9.2 mi
·
13 min
·
SR 57
6
Turn right onto SR 358
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 358
7
Continue on SR 58
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 58
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
9
Merge onto I 69
41 mi
·
44 min
·
I 69
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward SR 45 South
Use the slight right lane.
11
At end of road, turn left onto Bloomfield Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Bloomfield Road
12
Continue on West 2nd Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West 2nd Street
13
Turn left onto South Walnut Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
South Walnut Street
14
Turn right onto East 3rd Street
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
East 3rd Street
15
Turn right onto South Dunn Street
256 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Dunn Street
16
Continue on East Atwater Avenue
401 ft
·
14 sec
·
East Atwater Avenue
17
Turn left onto South Indiana Avenue
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
South Indiana Avenue
18
Turn right
99 ft
·
7 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.4 mi from Graham, IN · 43m 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.4 miles from Graham, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.19 one way
$18.39 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.09 | $20.19 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.32 | $22.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.98 | $25.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.17 | $2.82 |
| Efficient EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.15 | $2.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.5 | 0 | $8.23 | $3.76 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Afternoon in Bloomington on Thursday
Local time
12:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
84°F
Newark, IN
29 mi in
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
19 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
1h 18m 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 Graham, IN to Bloomington, IN covers 58.8 miles and takes about 1h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, SR 57, SR 358. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.4 miles from Graham, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.19 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 18m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 14.6 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 58.2 miles (East 3rd Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Graham, IN to Bloomington, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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