How far is Bloomington, IL from Mount Sterling, IL?
The driving distance from Bloomington, IL to Mount Sterling, IL is about 113.3 miles (182.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 99.5 miles (160.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 33m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Mason County, Illinois, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bloomington and Mount Sterling.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington and Mount Sterling.
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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
121 m · 17 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto West Chestnut Street
83 m · 19 sec · West Chestnut Street
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Turn left onto North Center Street
120 m · 13 sec · North Center Street
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Continue on North Madison Street
858 ft · 29 sec · North Madison Street
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Turn right onto West Market Street
2903 ft · 1 min · West Market Street
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Turn left onto North Morris Avenue
1.7 mi · 4 min · North Morris Avenue
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Turn right onto South Veterans Parkway
13.1 mi · 15 min · South Veterans Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 136: McLean, Heyworth
2361 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto Dixie Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Dixie Road
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Continue on East 200 North Road
46.6 mi · 1 hr 8 min · East 200 North Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Promenade Street
1000 ft · 21 sec · South Promenade Street
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Turn right onto East Dearborn Street
5 mi · 7 min · East Dearborn Street
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Continue straight
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Turn left
26.1 mi · 39 min
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Turn right onto West Clinton Street
16.2 mi · 24 min · West Clinton Street
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Turn right
107 m · 21 sec
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Turn left onto East North Street
15 m · 4 sec · East North Street
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Turn right onto East Court Street
104 m · 17 sec · East Court Street
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Turn right onto East Washington Street
2 m · 1 sec · East Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bloomington and Mount Sterling.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East 200 North Road
Continue on East 200 North Road
46.6 mi · 01h 08m
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.
Sunny leaving Bloomington and Sunny near Mount Sterling.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bloomington to Mount Sterling?
The road trip is about 113.3 miles (182.4 km) and usually takes 02h 46m 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?
Topeka is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.6 miles from Bloomington and 56.7 miles from Mount Sterling.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 99.5 miles (160.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.8 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 12:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.08 one way or $30.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bloomington and Sunny near Mount Sterling.
Stop Ideas Near Topeka
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Waterford Town Hall
Town Hall
Havana Water Works Clerk
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Topeka.
Peoria, Illinois
Lincoln
Springfield station
Macomb
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bloomington and Mount Sterling. Straight-line distance: 99.46 mi (160.06 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 Mount Sterling
Township in Brown County, Illinois
| Population | 2,495 |
| Coordinates | 39.9872700, -90.7634600 |
| Altitude | 221 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mount Sterling (-90.76346, 39.98727)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 182 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 24m |
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 | $15.08 | $30.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.01 | $34.02 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.62 | $37.23 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.22 | $42.43 |
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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