Origin
Syracuse, IN
Morning in Syracuse on Friday
Local time
8:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Syracuse, IN to Bloomington, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 7m
Distance
188.8 mi
304 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 54m
★
6 AM
4h 7m
8 AM
4h 33m
10 AM
4h 16m
12 PM
4h 14m
3 PM
4h 18m
5 PM
4h 32m
8 PM
3h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Syracuse, IN
Keke Cheng
Bloomington, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Syracuse, IN to Bloomington, IN covers 188.8 miles and takes about 4h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 69, South Strawtown Pike, US 24 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 65.1 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $29.52 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
94.4 miles from Syracuse, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 11m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 7m. Total distance: 188.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 4h 7m highway drive covering 188.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and South Strawtown Pike. The longest continuous stretch is about 65.1 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 24 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 65.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and South Strawtown Pike. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 13 / North Huntington Street.
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 188.8 miles you will encounter 15 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: near the start (SR 13 / North Huntington Street): Navigation decision point; at 121.3 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 122.2 miles (I 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 13 / North Huntington Street
Turn left onto SR 13 / North Huntington Street
Navigation decision point
6
121.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 45m in
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I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
5
122.2 mi into trip
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~2h 46m in
|
I 69
Continue onto I 69 toward I 465 South, I 69 South
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 200
Toward I 465 South, I 69 South
8
144 mi into trip
|
~3h 12m 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
183.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 56m 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 | 65.1 mi | 1h 14m |
| South Strawtown Pike | 32.9 mi | 38m |
| US 24 | 26.8 mi | 31m |
| SR 5 | 21.3 mi | 37m |
| North Huntington Street | 17.5 mi | 26m |
| SR 37 | 12.9 mi | 17m |
| US 30 | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| North Walnut Street | 3.2 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 65.1 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Syracuse, IN and Bloomington, IN.
1
Start on East Main Street
69 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn left onto SR 13
17 mi
·
26 min
·
North Huntington Street
3
Turn left onto US 30
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
US 30
4
Turn right onto North Binkley Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Binkley Road
5
Turn left onto West Old Trail Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Old Trail Road
6
Turn right onto SR 5
6.7 mi
·
11 min
·
SR 5
7
Continue on SR 5; SR 14
15 mi
·
25 min
·
SR 5; SR 14
8
Turn right onto US 24; SR 9
27 mi
·
31 min
·
US 24; SR 9
9
Continue on SR 9; SR 15
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
South Western Avenue
10
Turn slight right onto SR 37
33 mi
·
38 min
·
South Strawtown Pike
11
Enter roundabout onto SR 37
105 ft
·
1 sec
·
SR 37
12
Continue on SR 37
13 mi
·
17 min
·
SR 37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 69
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
I 69
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 69
Use the slight right lane.
15
Continue on I 69
22 mi
·
25 min
·
I 69
Exit 200
Toward I 465 South, I 69 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
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.
17
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward College Avenue, Walnut Street
18
Turn straight onto North Walnut Street
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
North Walnut Street
19
Continue on North College Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North College Avenue
20
Turn left onto West 10th Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
West 10th Street
21
Turn right onto North Dunn Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Dunn Street
22
Turn left onto East 4th Street
379 ft
·
15 sec
·
East 4th Street
23
Turn straight
99 ft
·
7 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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 94.4 miles from Syracuse, IN, or about 2h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.1 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 42 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 94.4 miles or 2h 11m 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 24m
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 Syracuse, 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 Syracuse, IN
This is one driving day of about 188.8 miles and 4h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Syracuse, 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 69 for about 65.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 94.4 mi from Syracuse, IN · 2h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
94 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 94.4 miles from Syracuse, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.1 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.52 one way
$59.03 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
66 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $32.41 | $64.82 |
| premium | $4.89 | $36.33 | $72.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.68 | $83.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 56.6 | 0 | $19.82 | $9.06 |
| Efficient EV | 47.2 | 0 | $16.52 | $7.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 75.5 | 0 | $26.43 | $12.08 |
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 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
Morning in Bloomington on Friday
Local time
8:42 AM
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
5 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 7m 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 Syracuse, IN to Bloomington, IN covers 188.8 miles and takes about 4h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, South Strawtown Pike, US 24. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 94.4 miles from Syracuse, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.52 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 188.8 miles you will encounter 15 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: near the start (SR 13 / North Huntington Street): Navigation decision point; at 121.3 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 122.2 miles (I 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Syracuse, IN to Bloomington, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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