How far is Bloomington, IN from Brownstown, IN?
The driving distance from Bloomington, IN to Brownstown, IN is about 61.7 miles (99.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 54.2 miles (87.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 04m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bloomington and Brownstown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington and Brownstown.
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Start on the route
30 m · 9 sec
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Continue on East 4th Street
115 m · 21 sec · East 4th Street
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Turn left onto South Dunn Street
123 m · 17 sec · South Dunn Street
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Turn right onto East 3rd Street
1900 ft · 46 sec · East 3rd Street
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Turn left onto South College Avenue
3120 ft · 1 min · South College Avenue
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Turn straight onto South Walnut Street
2.5 mi · 6 min · South Walnut Street
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Continue on South Old State Road 37
2.7 mi · 4 min · South Old State Road 37
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Turn left
39.1 mi · 48 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward West Main Street
47 m · 2 sec · West Main Street
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Exit the roundabout onto West Main Street
79 m · 12 sec · West Main Street
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Turn left onto Southwest 1st Street
13.2 mi · 22 min · Southwest 1st Street
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Turn right onto West Zoo Road
2.8 mi · 9 min · West Zoo Road
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Turn left onto North Browns Road
848 ft · 37 sec · North Browns Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Browns Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bloomington and Brownstown.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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39.1 mi · 00h 48m
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 Brownstown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bloomington to Brownstown?
The road trip is about 61.7 miles (99.3 km) and usually takes 01h 32m 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?
Redding is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.9 miles from Bloomington and 30.8 miles from Brownstown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 54.2 miles (87.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.5 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:26 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.22 one way or $16.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bloomington and Sunny near Brownstown.
Stop Ideas Near Redding
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Redding.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bloomington and Brownstown. Straight-line distance: 54.21 mi (87.25 km).
#1 Bloomington
The most populous city in Monroe County, Indiana.
| Population | 85,603 |
| Coordinates | 39.1653300, -86.5263900 |
| Altitude | 235 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Brownstown
Town in Indiana, United States
| Population | 2,874 |
| Coordinates | 38.3808900, -86.5030400 |
| Altitude | 194 |
| Country | United States |
End: Brownstown (-86.50304, 38.38089)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 99 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 46m |
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 | $8.22 | $16.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.27 | $18.54 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.15 | $20.29 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.56 | $23.13 |
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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