How far is Bloomington, IN from Cannelton, IN?
The driving distance from Bloomington, IN to Cannelton, IN is about 106.3 miles (171 km), with a travel time of about 02h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 87.4 miles (140.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 57m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 28m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bloomington and Cannelton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington and Cannelton.
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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 · 6 sec · West Main Street
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Continue straight
10.6 mi · 15 min
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Turn left
16.2 mi · 24 min
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Continue straight
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
27.3 mi · 38 min
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Turn left onto Indiana State Road 237
5 mi · 7 min · Indiana State Road 237
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Turn right onto State Road 66
2138 ft · 1 min · State Road 66
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Turn left onto Washington Street
889 ft · 39 sec · Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bloomington and Cannelton.
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 Cannelton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bloomington to Cannelton?
The road trip is about 106.3 miles (171 km) and usually takes 02h 28m 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?
West Baden Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.2 miles from Bloomington and 53.1 miles from Cannelton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 87.4 miles (140.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.14 one way or $28.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Bloomington and Cannelton, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bloomington and Sunny near Cannelton.
Stop Ideas Near West Baden Springs
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bloomington and Cannelton. Straight-line distance: 87.43 mi (140.71 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 Cannelton
City in Troy Township, Perry County, Indiana, United States, along the Ohio River
| Population | 1,473 |
| Coordinates | 37.9114400, -86.7444300 |
| Altitude | 125 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cannelton (-86.74443, 37.91144)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 171 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 19m |
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 | $14.14 | $28.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.95 | $31.90 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.45 | $34.91 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $19.89 | $39.78 |
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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