Origin
Sugar Creek, IN
Night in Sugar Creek on Thursday
Local time
9:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sugar Creek, IN to Bloomington, IN
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
64.1 mi
103 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sugar Creek, IN
Keith Cassill
Bloomington, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Sugar Creek, IN to Bloomington, IN covers 64.1 miles and takes about 1h 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 69, I 74, North Walnut Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 39.3 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.02 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 64.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 18m highway drive covering 64.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and I 74. The longest continuous stretch is about 39.3 miles on I 69.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 39.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and I 74. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 64.1 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 0.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.6 miles (I 74; US 421): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.9 miles (I 74): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 74 West, US 421 North: Indianapolis
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 74 West, US 421 North: Indianapolis
5
9.6 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 74; US 421
Take the exit onto I 74; US 421 toward I 465, I 74 West: Shadeland Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 465, I 74 West: Shadeland Avenue
8
9.9 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 74
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74 toward I 465 South, I 74 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 465 South, I 74 West
8
19.3 mi into trip
|
~23m 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
58.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m 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 | 39.3 mi | 44m |
| I 74 | 18.6 mi | 21m |
| North Walnut Street | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| North College Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| North Dunn Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| London Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West 10th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East 4th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 39.3 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sugar Creek, IN and Bloomington, IN.
1
Start on Sugar Creek Myrtle Lane
39 ft
·
3 sec
·
Sugar Creek Myrtle Lane
2
Turn right onto Myrtle Lane
314 ft
·
16 sec
·
Myrtle Lane
3
Turn right onto London Road
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
London Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 74 West, US 421 North: Indianapolis
5
Merge onto I 74; US 421
8.9 mi
·
9 min
·
I 74; US 421
6
Take the exit onto I 74; US 421
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
I 74; US 421
Toward I 465, I 74 West: Shadeland Avenue
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74
9.4 mi
·
11 min
·
I 74
Toward I 465 South, I 74 West
Use the slight left lane.
8
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.
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward College Avenue, Walnut Street
10
Turn straight onto North Walnut Street
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
North Walnut Street
11
Continue on North College Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North College Avenue
12
Turn left onto West 10th Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
West 10th Street
13
Turn right onto North Dunn Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Dunn Street
14
Turn left onto East 4th Street
379 ft
·
15 sec
·
East 4th Street
15
Turn straight
99 ft
·
7 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.1 mi from Sugar Creek, IN · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.1 miles from Sugar Creek, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.02 one way
$20.04 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.00 | $22.01 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.34 | $24.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.15 | $28.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.73 | $3.08 |
| Efficient EV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.97 | $4.10 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
9:53 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
1h 18m 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 Sugar Creek, IN to Bloomington, IN covers 64.1 miles and takes about 1h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, I 74, 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 32.1 miles from Sugar Creek, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.02 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 64.1 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 0.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.6 miles (I 74; US 421): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.9 miles (I 74): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Sugar Creek, IN to Bloomington, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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