Origin
Washington, IN
Night in Washington on Thursday
Local time
10:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Washington, IN to Bloomington, IN
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
62.2 mi
100 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 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Washington, IN
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Bloomington, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Washington, IN to Bloomington, IN covers 62.2 miles and takes about 1h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 69, East National Highway, Bloomfield Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 54.7 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.72 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 62.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 12m highway drive covering 62.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and East National Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 54.7 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 20 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 54.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and East National Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Hefron Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 12m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Hefron Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 58.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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East Hefron Street
Turn right onto East Hefron Street
Navigation decision point
5
4.1 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
I 69
Merge onto I 69
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
58.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward SR 45 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward SR 45 South
5
61.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
East 3rd Street
Turn right onto East 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
5
62 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
South Indiana Avenue
Turn left onto South Indiana Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 54.7 mi | 58m |
| East National Highway | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Bloomfield Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| West 2nd Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| US 50 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Northeast 5th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East 3rd Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Walnut Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 54.7 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Washington, IN and Bloomington, IN.
1
Start on Northeast 3rd Street
129 ft
·
7 sec
·
Northeast 3rd Street
2
Turn right onto East Hefron Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
East Hefron Street
3
Turn right onto SR 57
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Northeast 5th Street
4
Continue on SR 57
497 ft
·
13 sec
·
Southeast 4th Street
5
Turn left onto East National Highway
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
East National Highway
6
Enter roundabout
45 ft
·
0 sec
7
Continue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
8
Turn left onto US 50; US 150
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 50; US 150
9
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
1 min
10
Merge onto I 69
55 mi
·
58 min
·
I 69
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward SR 45 South
Use the slight right lane.
12
At end of road, turn left onto Bloomfield Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Bloomfield Road
13
Continue on West 2nd Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West 2nd Street
14
Turn left onto South Walnut Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
South Walnut Street
15
Turn right onto East 3rd Street
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
East 3rd Street
16
Turn right onto South Dunn Street
256 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Dunn Street
17
Continue on East Atwater Avenue
401 ft
·
14 sec
·
East Atwater Avenue
18
Turn left onto South Indiana Avenue
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
South Indiana Avenue
19
Turn right
99 ft
·
7 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.1 mi from Washington, IN · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 31.1 miles from Washington, 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
$9.72 one way
$19.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.68 | $21.35 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.97 | $23.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.73 | $27.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.8 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 | 18.7 | 0 | $6.53 | $2.99 |
| Efficient EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.44 | $2.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.71 | $3.98 |
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
10:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Newark, IN
31 mi in
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
1h 12m 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 Washington, IN to Bloomington, IN covers 62.2 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, East National Highway, Bloomfield Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.1 miles from Washington, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.72 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 1h 12m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Hefron Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 58.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Washington, IN to Bloomington, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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