How far is Bloomington, IL from Lanark, IL?
The driving distance from Bloomington, IL to Lanark, IL is about 139.9 miles (225.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 120 miles (193.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 04m.
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Halfway Point
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Township in LaSalle County, Illinois
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bloomington and Lanark.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington and Lanark.
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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
3.8 mi · 9 min · North Main Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
2316 ft · 59 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 39 North, US 51 North: Rockford
2374 ft · 41 sec
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Continue straight
71.4 mi · 1 hr 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 34: Mendota, Earlville
1790 ft · 49 sec
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Turn left onto North 43rd Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · North 43rd Road
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Continue on East 12th Street
2607 ft · 52 sec · East 12th Street
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Turn sharp right onto 4th Avenue
114 m · 16 sec · 4th Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Lincoln Avenue
76 m · 7 sec · Lincoln Avenue
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Continue on 12th Street
1016 ft · 28 sec · 12th Street
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Continue on Meriden Street
2622 ft · 59 sec · Meriden Street
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Turn right onto 13th Avenue
2324 ft · 41 sec · 13th Avenue
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Turn left
18.7 mi · 28 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Inlet Road
9.1 mi · 13 min · Inlet Road
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Continue on East 7th Street
700 ft · 20 sec · East 7th Street
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Turn right onto South Galena Avenue
8.1 mi · 13 min · South Galena Avenue
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Continue straight
22.8 mi · 34 min
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Turn right onto South Broad Street
2318 ft · 44 sec · South Broad Street
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Turn left onto West Locust Street
53 m · 10 sec · West Locust Street
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Turn right
21 m · 5 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bloomington and Lanark.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 39 North
Continue straight
71.4 mi · 01h 17m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Bloomington and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lanark.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bloomington to Lanark?
The road trip is about 139.9 miles (225.1 km) and usually takes 03h 04m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Troy Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70 miles from Bloomington and 69.9 miles from Lanark.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 120 miles (193.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:50 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.59 one way or $37.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Bloomington and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lanark.
Stop Ideas Near Troy Grove
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Mendota station
Princeton
Plano
Dwight station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bloomington and Lanark. Straight-line distance: 119.99 mi (193.11 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 Lanark
City in Illinois, United States
| Population | 1,321 |
| Coordinates | 42.1022500, -89.8334500 |
| Altitude | 268 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lanark (-89.83345, 42.10225)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 225 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 44m |
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 | $18.59 | $37.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.97 | $41.93 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $22.94 | $45.89 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $26.15 | $52.30 |
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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