Origin
Redding, IN
Night in Redding on Thursday
Local time
11:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Redding, IN to Bloomington, IN
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
41m
Distance
29.4 mi
47 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Redding, IN
Jan van der Wolf
Bloomington, IN
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 29.4-mile drive from Redding to Bloomington, Indiana, can be completed in about 41 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of just $5, it's an economical option for a quick journey. The route primarily utilizes major roads like SR 37 and South Henderson Street, offering a direct path through the Midwest. Given its short duration and the absence of planned stops, you'll have plenty of flexibility to depart when it suits you best. This highway-focused trip is designed for efficiency, getting you to your destination without much fuss.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 41m. Total distance: 29.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience on this route, with 79% of the drive taking place on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 23.1 miles, predominantly on SR 37, allowing for a consistent pace. You'll transition between SR 37, South Old State Road 37, and South Henderson Street, each contributing to the overall flow of the drive. While not explicitly scenic, the road is designed for straightforward travel, prioritizing directness over winding byways. This character means you can settle in and cover ground efficiently.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 37 is the longest continuous segment at about 23.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 37 and South Old State Road 37. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Stevens Lane.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 41m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Stevens Lane): Navigation decision point; at 23.4 miles (South Old State Road 37): Navigation decision point; at 27.1 miles (East Winslow Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 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
|
Stevens Lane
Turn left onto Stevens Lane
Navigation decision point
3
23.4 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
South Old State Road 37
Turn right onto South Old State Road 37
Navigation decision point
3
27.1 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
East Winslow Road
Turn right onto East Winslow Road
Navigation decision point
3
27.3 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
South Henderson Street
Turn left onto South Henderson Street
Navigation decision point
5
29.4 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 37 | 23.1 mi | 28m |
| South Old State Road 37 | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| South Henderson Street | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| South Walnut Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| East Winslow Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Indiana Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Stevens Lane | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Old State Hwy 37 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 37
— 23.1 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Redding, IN and Bloomington, IN.
1
Start on Old State Hwy 37
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Old State Hwy 37
2
Turn left onto Stevens Lane
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Stevens Lane
3
Turn left onto SR 37
23 mi
·
28 min
·
SR 37
4
Turn right onto South Old State Road 37
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
South Old State Road 37
5
Continue on South Walnut Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Walnut Street
6
Turn right onto East Winslow Road
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
East Winslow Road
7
Turn left onto South Henderson Street
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
South Henderson Street
8
Continue on South Indiana Avenue
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
South Indiana Avenue
9
Turn right
99 ft
·
7 sec
10
Arrive at destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.60 one way
$9.19 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.05 | $10.09 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.66 | $11.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.49 | $12.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.09 | $1.41 |
| Efficient EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.57 | $1.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.12 | $1.88 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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 Thursday
Local time
11:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
41m 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 Redding, IN to Bloomington, IN covers 29.4 miles and takes about 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 37, South Old State Road 37, South Henderson 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 14.7 miles from Redding, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.60 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 41m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Stevens Lane): Navigation decision point; at 23.4 miles (South Old State Road 37): Navigation decision point; at 27.1 miles (East Winslow Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Redding, IN to Bloomington, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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