Origin
Hartford City, IN
Afternoon in Hartford City on Monday
Local time
1:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hartford City, IN to Bloomington, IN
Drive Time
2h 37m
Distance
132.6 mi
213 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
24 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 27m
★
6 AM
2h 37m
8 AM
2h 58m
10 AM
2h 44m
12 PM
2h 42m
3 PM
2h 46m
5 PM
2h 57m
8 PM
2h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hartford City, IN
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Bloomington, IN
Chris Flaten
Trip Overview
Traveling from Hartford City to Bloomington covers 136.1 miles through the heart of Indiana, typically requiring about 2 hours and 31 minutes of drive time. Because this route avoids major highways entirely, it functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip that doesn't demand an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $18 on fuel for the journey, making it a budget-friendly way to navigate between these two Midwest locations. Since you will be sticking to local roads like West Water Street, County Road 950 East, and County Road 900 South, the pace is much slower than a standard interstate commute. Use this trip if you prefer a direct, rural path through the state rather than a high-speed transit route.
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
66.3 miles from Hartford City, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
This journey is defined by its turn-heavy, local nature, offering a driving experience that stays off the main highway system entirely. With a 0% highway share, you will be navigating a series of rural connectors rather than cruising at high speeds. The longest stretch of uninterrupted driving you will encounter is 0 miles on West Water Street, meaning you should anticipate frequent turns and a constant need for focus. Expect a technical drive that requires your full attention as you transition between local county roads. It is a departure from the typical monotonous interstate grind, providing a hands-on experience behind the wheel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 115.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and West Water Street. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6.5 miles in near SR 26 / County Road 950 East.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 132.6 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.5 miles (SR 26 / County Road 950 East): Navigation decision point; at 65.1 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 66 miles (I 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
6.5 mi into trip
|
~9m in
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SR 26 / County Road 950 East
Turn left onto SR 26 / County Road 950 East
Navigation decision point
6
65.1 mi into trip
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~1h 15m in
|
I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
5
66 mi into trip
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~1h 16m in
|
I 69
Continue onto I 69 toward I 465 South, I 69 South
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 200
Toward I 465 South, I 69 South
8
87.8 mi into trip
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~1h 42m in
|
I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 South: Evansville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
5
127.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 26m in
Take the exit toward College Avenue, Walnut Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward College Avenue, Walnut Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 115.1 mi | 2h 8m |
| West Water Street | 6 mi | 9m |
| North Walnut Street | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| County Road 900 South | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| County Road 950 East | 2 mi | 3m |
| North College Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| West Washington Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Dunn Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 115.1 mi, about 2h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hartford City, IN and Bloomington, IN.
1
Start on SR 26
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
West Washington Street
2
Continue on SR 26
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
West Water Street
3
Turn left onto SR 26
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
County Road 950 East
4
Turn right onto SR 26
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 900 South
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
6
Merge onto I 69; US 35
29 mi
·
30 min
·
I 69; US 35
7
Continue on I 69; SR 9; SR 67
24 mi
·
26 min
·
I 69; SR 9; SR 67
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 69
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on I 69
22 mi
·
25 min
·
I 69
Exit 200
Toward I 465 South, I 69 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
39 mi
·
44 min
·
I 69
Exit 5
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward College Avenue, Walnut Street
12
Turn straight onto North Walnut Street
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
North Walnut Street
13
Continue on North College Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North College Avenue
14
Turn left onto West 10th Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
West 10th Street
15
Turn right onto North Dunn Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Dunn Street
16
Turn left onto East 4th Street
379 ft
·
15 sec
·
East 4th Street
17
Turn straight
99 ft
·
7 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Plan for one dedicated stop during your 136.1-mile trek to break up the technical driving and keep yourself alert. Since the route consists of local roads rather than fast-moving lanes, give yourself extra time to account for the frequent turns and slower speed limits. Depart during daylight hours to ensure you can clearly navigate the county road intersections that characterize this journey. Because there is no highway buffer, your fuel consumption may be more consistent, so aim to fill up before you leave Hartford City to keep your $18 budget on track. Flexibility is your greatest asset here, so don't feel pressured to rush through the transition from the northern to the southern sections of your route.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 66.3 miles from Hartford City, IN, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 115.1 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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.3 miles or 1h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 5m
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 Hartford City, 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 Hartford City, IN
This is one driving day of about 132.6 miles and 2h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hartford City, 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 I 69 for about 115.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 66.3 mi from Hartford City, IN · 1h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
66 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 66.3 miles from Hartford City, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 115.1 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
$20.14 one way
$40.28 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $22.20 | $44.41 |
| premium | $4.80 | $25.03 | $50.06 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $29.46 | $58.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
EV Charging Along Route
24 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Target - Tesla Supercharger
Indianapolis, IN
Tesla
16 DCFC
Meijer - Tesla Supercharger
Indianapolis, IN
Tesla
12 DCFC
Plaza Garage - Tesla Supercharger
Indianapolis, IN
Tesla
12 DCFC
Switch Parking Garage - Tesla Supercharger
Fishers, IN
Tesla
10 DCFC
La Quinta South Indianapolis - Tesla Supercharger
Indianapolis, IN
Tesla
8 DCFC
Walmart 5443 (Indianapolis, IN)
Indianapolis, IN
Electrify America
8 DCFC
Meijer-Meijer 154 (Indianapolis, IN)
Indianapolis, IN
Electrify America
6 DCFC
Simon Fashion Mall at Keystone (Indianapolis, IN)
Indianapolis, IN
Electrify America
6 DCFC
Tesla: 5
ChargePoint Network: 4
Electrify America: 4
Non-Networked: 4
eVgo Network: 2
NAYAX_ENERGY: 1
EV Connect: 1
CHARGELAB: 1
FORD_CHARGE: 1
LOOP: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.8 | 0 | $13.92 | $6.36 |
| Efficient EV | 33.2 | 0 | $11.60 | $5.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53 | 0 | $18.56 | $8.49 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (65% 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 Monday
Local time
1:26 PM
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
1 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
2h 37m 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 Hartford City, IN to Bloomington, IN covers 132.6 miles and takes about 2h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, West Water Street, North Walnut Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 66.3 miles from Hartford City, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.14 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 132.6 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.5 miles (SR 26 / County Road 950 East): Navigation decision point; at 65.1 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 66 miles (I 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Hartford City, IN to Bloomington, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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