Origin
Wheatfield, IN
Evening in Wheatfield on Tuesday
Local time
5:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wheatfield, IN to Bloomington, IN
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
3h 29m
Distance
179.8 mi
289 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 17m
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6 AM
3h 30m
8 AM
3h 54m
10 AM
3h 38m
12 PM
3h 36m
3 PM
3h 39m
5 PM
3h 53m
8 PM
3h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wheatfield, IN
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Bloomington, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Wheatfield, IN to Bloomington, IN covers 179.8 miles and takes about 3h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, I 69, I 465 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 105.8 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.11 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
89.9 miles from Wheatfield, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 43m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 3h 29m highway drive covering 179.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and I 69. The longest continuous stretch is about 105.8 miles on I 65.
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 105.8 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 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 14.7 miles in near I 65.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 179.8 miles you will encounter 14 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 14.7 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 114.7 miles (I 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 120.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
14.7 mi into trip
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~21m in
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I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
114.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 9m in
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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
120.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 16m in
Take the exit toward I 465 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 123
Toward I 465 South
7
135.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 34m 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
5
174.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 18m 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 65 | 105.8 mi | 1h 54m |
| I 69 | 38.3 mi | 42m |
| I 465 | 13.7 mi | 15m |
| County Road 1200 | 5 mi | 7m |
| West State Road 10 | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| North Walnut Street | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| West State Road 110 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Madison Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 105.8 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wheatfield, IN and Bloomington, IN.
1
Start on Grove Street
200 ft
·
10 sec
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Grove Street
2
Turn right onto Main Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
3
Turn right onto SR 10
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
County Road 1200
4
Turn left onto US 231
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 550
5
Continue on US 231
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Madison Street
6
Turn right onto SR 110
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
West State Road 110
7
Continue on SR 10
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
West State Road 10
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
9
Merge onto I 65
100 mi
·
1 hr 47 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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
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 89.9 miles from Wheatfield, IN, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 105.8 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 80 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 89.9 miles or 1h 43m 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 48m
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 Wheatfield, 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.
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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 Wheatfield, IN
This is one driving day of about 179.8 miles and 3h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Wheatfield, 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 105.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 89.9 mi from Wheatfield, IN · 1h 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
90 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 89.9 miles from Wheatfield, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 105.8 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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.11 one way
$56.22 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
63 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $30.86 | $61.73 |
| premium | $4.89 | $34.60 | $69.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.70 | $79.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.9 | 0 | $18.88 | $8.63 |
| Efficient EV | 45 | 0 | $15.73 | $7.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 71.9 | 0 | $25.17 | $11.51 |
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Evening in Bloomington on Tuesday
Local time
6:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
17 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
3h 29m 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 Wheatfield, IN to Bloomington, IN covers 179.8 miles and takes about 3h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, I 69, I 465. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 89.9 miles from Wheatfield, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.11 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 179.8 miles you will encounter 14 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 14.7 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 114.7 miles (I 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 120.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Wheatfield, IN to Bloomington, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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