Origin
Oxford, IN
Night in Oxford on Wednesday
Local time
10:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oxford, IN to Bloomington, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 42m
Distance
133.5 mi
215 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 32m
★
6 AM
2h 43m
8 AM
3h 4m
10 AM
2h 50m
12 PM
2h 48m
3 PM
2h 51m
5 PM
3h 3m
8 PM
2h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oxford, IN
Shaun Iwasawa
Bloomington, IN
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Trip Overview
This 133.5-mile drive from Oxford, Indiana, to Bloomington, Indiana, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 42 minutes. You'll primarily be on major highways, with 92% of the route utilizing interstates like I-65 and I-69, along with US-52. Given its focused highway profile, this is a straightforward journey through the Midwest, with an estimated fuel cost of $21. You can expect a relatively quick transit between these two Indiana locations, making it a practical option for a direct trip with minimal fuss.
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
66.8 miles from Oxford, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 133.5-mile journey. With 92% of the route on interstates, you'll experience stretches of efficient travel, including one continuous segment of 51.2 miles on I-65. The primary roads guiding you are I-65, I-69, and US-52, suggesting a consistent pace for much of the drive. This profile means you'll spend most of your time on well-maintained, high-speed roads, making for a direct and predictable transit.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 51.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and I 69. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near SR 352 / South Michigan Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 133.5 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.1 miles (SR 352 / South Michigan Street): Navigation decision point; at 22.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 68.5 miles (I 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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SR 352 / South Michigan Street
At end of road, turn right onto SR 352 / South Michigan Street
Navigation decision point
6
22.7 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward I 65 South: Indianapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 65 South: Indianapolis
6
68.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
I 65
Keep slight left at fork onto I 65
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
74.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
Take the exit toward I 465 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 123
Toward I 465 South
7
88.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m 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 |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 51.2 mi | 56m |
| I 69 | 38.3 mi | 42m |
| US 52 | 14.4 mi | 18m |
| I 465 | 13.7 mi | 15m |
| Sagamore Parkway West | 5.1 mi | 8m |
| North Walnut Street | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| East 600 South | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Schuyler Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 51.2 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oxford, IN and Bloomington, IN.
1
Start on SR 55; SR 352
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
East McConnell Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto SR 352
278 ft
·
10 sec
·
South Michigan Street
3
Turn left onto SR 352
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Benton Street
4
Continue on SR 352
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East 600 South
5
Turn right onto US 52
14 mi
·
18 min
·
US 52
6
Continue on Sagamore Parkway West
5.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Sagamore Parkway West
7
Turn left onto Schuyler Avenue
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Schuyler Avenue
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 65 South: Indianapolis
9
Merge onto I 65
45 mi
·
49 min
·
I 65
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 65
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 123
Toward I 465 South
12
Continue on this road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
Exit 123
Toward I 465 South
13
Merge onto I 465
14 mi
·
15 min
·
I 465
14
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 5
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 69
38 mi
·
42 min
·
I 69
16
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward College Avenue, Walnut Street
17
Turn straight onto North Walnut Street
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
North Walnut Street
18
Continue on North College Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North College Avenue
19
Turn left onto West 10th Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
West 10th Street
20
Turn right onto North Dunn Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Dunn Street
21
Turn left onto East 4th Street
379 ft
·
15 sec
·
East 4th Street
22
Turn straight
99 ft
·
7 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this 2 hour and 42-minute drive is easily completed in one day, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Aim to leave Oxford in the morning to make the most of your day in Bloomington. With a total distance of 133.5 miles and an estimated fuel cost of $21, you won't need frequent fuel stops. The longest stretch without a major change is 51.2 miles on I-65, so plan for a comfortable break before or after that segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you approach Bloomington.
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 66.8 miles from Oxford, IN, or about 1h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.2 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 29 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.8 miles or 1h 21m 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 11m
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 Oxford, 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.
+
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 Oxford, IN
This is one driving day of about 133.5 miles and 2h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Oxford, 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 65 for about 51.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 66.8 mi from Oxford, IN · 1h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
67 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 66.8 miles from Oxford, 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
$20.87 one way
$41.74 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $22.92 | $45.83 |
| premium | $4.89 | $25.69 | $51.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.48 | $58.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.1 | 0 | $14.02 | $6.41 |
| Efficient EV | 33.4 | 0 | $11.68 | $5.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.4 | 0 | $18.69 | $8.54 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% 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
Night in Bloomington on Wednesday
Local time
10:04 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
21 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 42m 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 Oxford, IN to Bloomington, IN covers 133.5 miles and takes about 2h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, I 69, US 52. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 66.8 miles from Oxford, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.87 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 133.5 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.1 miles (SR 352 / South Michigan Street): Navigation decision point; at 22.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 68.5 miles (I 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Oxford, IN to Bloomington, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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