Origin
Locke, IN
Afternoon in Locke on Thursday
Local time
2:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Locke, IN to Bloomington, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 12m
Distance
198 mi
319 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
26 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 59m
★
6 AM
4h 13m
8 AM
4h 39m
10 AM
4h 22m
12 PM
4h 19m
3 PM
4h 23m
5 PM
4h 38m
8 PM
4h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Locke, IN
Nathan Thomas
Bloomington, IN
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Trip Overview
This 198-mile drive from Locke to Bloomington, Indiana, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 4 hours and 12 minutes. Primarily utilizing US 31 and I-69, with a brief stint on I-465, this route offers a straightforward journey through the Midwest. With a projected fuel cost of around $31, it's an economical option for exploring Indiana. The highway-focused profile means you'll spend most of your time on faster roads, making for an efficient transit. This drive is ideal if you're looking for a direct and uncomplicated way to get from point A to point B within the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
99 miles from Locke, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 8m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 12m. Total distance: 198 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 198-mile trip, with 87% of the route on interstates and major highways. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch at 110.4 miles, primarily on US 31, which allows for consistent progress. While largely a high-speed drive, the transition between US 31, I-465, and I-69 means you'll experience different road personalities. This route prioritizes efficient travel over winding scenic byways, so settle in for a drive where getting there is the main event.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 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 2.5 miles in near US 6 / West Market Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 198 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 2.5 miles (US 6 / West Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 114.7 miles (US 31): Lane positioning matters here; at 127.7 miles (US 31): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
US 6 / West Market Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 6 / West Market Street
Navigation decision point
6
114.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m in
|
US 31
Turn right onto US 31
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
127.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 46m 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
128.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 47m 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
7
153.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 17m 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 | 13.8 mi | 18m |
| North Walnut Street | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| County Road 3 | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| North College Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| West Market Street | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 31
— 110.4 mi, about 2h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Locke, IN and Bloomington, IN.
1
Start on CR 50
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 50
2
Turn left onto CR 3
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
County Road 3
3
Continue on North Arnott Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Arnott Street
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 6
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Market Street
5
Continue on US 6
14 mi
·
18 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
6
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
7
Merge onto US 31
11 mi
·
13 min
·
US 31
8
Merge onto US 31
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 31
9
Turn slight right
512 ft
·
6 sec
10
Continue on US 31
85 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
·
US 31
11
Turn right onto East 226th Street
270 ft
·
10 sec
·
East 226th Street
12
Turn left
320 ft
·
50 sec
13
Continue on this road
320 ft
·
25 sec
·
this road
14
Turn right onto East 226th Street
270 ft
·
9 sec
·
East 226th Street
15
Turn right onto US 31
13 mi
·
17 min
·
US 31
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
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.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 465 West
Use the slight right lane.
18
Merge onto I 465
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork onto I 465
20 mi
·
23 min
·
I 465
Toward I 465 South
20
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 5
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on I 69
38 mi
·
42 min
·
I 69
22
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward College Avenue, Walnut Street
23
Turn straight onto North Walnut Street
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
North Walnut Street
24
Continue on North College Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North College Avenue
25
Turn left onto West 10th Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
West 10th Street
26
Turn right onto North Dunn Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Dunn Street
27
Turn left onto East 4th Street
379 ft
·
15 sec
·
East 4th Street
28
Turn straight
99 ft
·
7 sec
29
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a duration of just over 4 hours, this trip is best tackled in one day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize daylight and potentially avoid afternoon traffic, especially around the I-465 interchange near Indianapolis. You'll be covering 198 miles, with the longest stretch on US 31 being over 110 miles, so plan for a fuel stop before you depart or midway through if needed. The estimated fuel cost is $31, so factor that into your budget. Given the highway-centric nature, rest stops will be readily available at regular intervals.
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 99 miles from Locke, IN, or about 2h 8m 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 44 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99 miles or 2h 8m 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 28m
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 Locke, 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 Locke, IN
This is one driving day of about 198 miles and 4h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Locke, 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 99 mi from Locke, IN · 2h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
99 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 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 99 miles from Locke, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop 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
$30.96 one way
$61.91 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
69 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $33.99 | $67.97 |
| premium | $4.89 | $38.10 | $76.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $43.72 | $87.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
26 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Target - Tesla Supercharger
Indianapolis, IN
Tesla
16 DCFC
Meijer - Tesla Supercharger
Carmel, IN
Tesla
10 DCFC
Meijer - Tesla Supercharger
Zionsville, IN
Tesla
10 DCFC
Meijer - Tesla Supercharger
Kokomo, IN
Tesla
8 DCFC
GetGo Café and Market - Tesla Supercharger
Carmel, IN
Tesla
8 DCFC
GetGo Cafe & Market - Tesla Supercharger
Speedway, IN
Tesla
8 DCFC
Meijer #130 (Carmel, IN)
Carmel, IN
Electrify America
6 DCFC
Simon Fashion Mall at Keystone (Indianapolis, IN)
Indianapolis, IN
Electrify America
6 DCFC
Tesla: 6
ChargePoint Network: 5
EV Connect: 3
CHARGELAB: 2
eVgo Network: 2
Electrify America: 2
Non-Networked: 2
FORD_CHARGE: 2
RED_E: 1
Blink Network: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59.4 | 0 | $20.79 | $9.50 |
| Efficient EV | 49.5 | 0 | $17.33 | $7.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 79.2 | 0 | $27.72 | $12.67 |
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 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
2:44 PM
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
4 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
4h 12m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Locke, IN to Bloomington, IN covers 198 miles and takes about 4h 12m 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 99 miles from Locke, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.96 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 198 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 2.5 miles (US 6 / West Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 114.7 miles (US 31): Lane positioning matters here; at 127.7 miles (US 31): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Locke, IN to Bloomington, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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