How far is Bloomington, IL from Gilman, IL?
The driving distance from Bloomington, IL to Gilman, IL is about 65.4 miles (105.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56 miles (90.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 33m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Livingston County, Illinois, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bloomington and Gilman.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington and Gilman.
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Start on North East Street
42 m · 6 sec · North East Street
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Continue on North Main Street
3.6 mi · 9 min · North Main Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 55 North: Chicago
2654 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
20.9 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 24: Chenoa, El Paso
2278 ft · 43 sec
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Turn right onto West Cemetery Avenue
1.5 mi · 4 min · West Cemetery Avenue
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Continue on East 3100 North Road
6.4 mi · 9 min · East 3100 North Road
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Continue on East 800 North Road
2.4 mi · 3 min · East 800 North Road
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Continue on West Oak Street
2.1 mi · 5 min · West Oak Street
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Continue on East 800 North Road
2.6 mi · 4 min · East 800 North Road
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Continue on East 820 North Road
1.7 mi · 2 min · East 820 North Road
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Continue on West Wabash Street
1.1 km · 2 min · West Wabash Street
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Continue on East 825 North Road
2.7 mi · 4 min · East 825 North Road
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Continue on East 830 North Road
2 mi · 3 min · East 830 North Road
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Continue on East 800 N Road
16.8 mi · 24 min · East 800 N Road
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Turn left onto South Crescent Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · South Crescent Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Crescent Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bloomington and Gilman.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 55 North
Merge slight left
20.9 mi · 00h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Bloomington and Mostly Sunny near Gilman.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bloomington to Gilman?
The road trip is about 65.4 miles (105.3 km) and usually takes 01h 33m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Fairbury is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.6 miles from Bloomington and 32.7 miles from Gilman.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56 miles (90.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.71 one way or $17.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Bloomington and Mostly Sunny near Gilman.
Stop Ideas Near Fairbury
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bloomington and Gilman. Straight-line distance: 56.02 mi (90.16 km).
#1 Bloomington
The second most populous city in McLean County, Illinois.
| Population | 77,132 |
| Coordinates | 40.4842000, -88.9936900 |
| Altitude | 243 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gilman
Human settlement in Iroquois County, Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 1,625 |
| Coordinates | 40.7667000, -87.9922600 |
| Altitude | 198 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gilman (-87.99226, 40.7667)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 105 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 48m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $8.71 | $17.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.82 | $19.65 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.75 | $21.50 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.25 | $24.50 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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