Drive Time
1h 47m
Distance
74 mi
119 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Photo: Dominik Gawlik
The drive from Indianapolis, IN to Blooming Grove, IN covers 74 miles and takes about 1h 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 74, SR 44, State Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 21.8 miles on I 74. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.24 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
37 miles from Indianapolis, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
The drive from Indianapolis, IN to Blooming Grove, IN covers 74 miles and takes about 1h 47m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 47m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Monument Circle): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (East Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Monument Circle
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto East Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto Southeastern Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 44 South, SR 9 South: Shelbyville, Rushville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
On the drive from Indianapolis, IN to Blooming Grove, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Rushville along the way.
Rushville
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 21.8 mi | 23m |
| SR 44 | 17 mi | 25m |
| State Street | 16.4 mi | 24m |
| Vine Street | 10.7 mi | 18m |
| Southeastern Avenue | 6.1 mi | 8m |
| East Market Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East 5th Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| East Washington Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Indianapolis, IN and Blooming Grove, IN.
Start on this road
Turn left
Turn left onto Monument Circle
Turn right onto East Market Street
Turn right onto North Park Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto East Washington Street
Turn right onto Southeastern Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Southeastern Avenue
Continue on Southeastern Avenue
Continue on I 74; US 421
Take the exit
Turn right onto SR 44
Turn left onto SR 44 Truck
Turn right onto SR 44
Turn left onto SR 44
Turn right onto SR 1; SR 44
Turn right onto SR 1
Turn right onto Stone Church Road
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 74 miles or 1h 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37 miles or 48m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blooming Grove, IN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Indianapolis, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Indianapolis, IN
This is one driving day of about 74 miles and 1h 47m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37 mi from Indianapolis, IN · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 74 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 37 miles from Indianapolis, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Blooming Grove, 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 Blooming Grove, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$11.24 one way
$22.48 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $12.39 | $24.78 |
| premium | $4.80 | $13.97 | $27.94 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.44 | $32.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.77 | $3.55 |
| Efficient EV | 18.5 | 0 | $6.48 | $2.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.6 | 0 | $10.36 | $4.74 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Indianapolis on Sunday
Local time
3:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Blooming Grove on Sunday
Local time
3:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
76°F
Cincinnati, OH
37 mi in
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
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.
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