How far is Bloomington, IN from Delphi, IN?
The driving distance from Bloomington, IN to Delphi, IN is about 125 miles (201.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 98.6 miles (158.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 29m.
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.
Town of Indiana
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bloomington and Delphi.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington and Delphi.
-
1
Start on the route
30 m · 11 sec
-
2
Turn right onto South Indiana Avenue
1083 ft · 39 sec · South Indiana Avenue
-
3
Turn left onto East 7th Street
1881 ft · 1 min · East 7th Street
-
4
Turn right onto North Walnut Street
4.4 mi · 7 min · North Walnut Street
-
5
Take the ramp straight
1834 ft · 45 sec
-
6
Merge slight left
38.2 mi · 42 min
-
7
Take the exit slight left toward I 465 West, I 74 West: Peoria
1.4 mi · 3 min
-
8
Merge slight left
9.2 mi · 11 min
-
9
Keep slight left
3.9 mi · 5 min
-
10
Take the exit slight left toward I 65 North: Chicago
1.1 mi · 2 min
-
11
Merge slight right
17.9 mi · 20 min
-
12
Take the exit slight right toward US 52 West
1281 ft · 16 sec
-
13
Keep slight left
786 ft · 10 sec
-
14
Merge slight left
32.9 mi · 36 min
-
15
Take the exit slight right toward SR 25: Lafayette, Delphi
1817 ft · 42 sec
-
16
Turn right onto Hoosier Heartland Highway
1193 ft · 23 sec · Hoosier Heartland Highway
-
17
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
3 m · 1 sec
-
18
Exit the roundabout
10.7 mi · 13 min
-
19
Turn left onto Old State Road 25
2.7 mi · 5 min · Old State Road 25
-
20
Continue on West Main Street
1920 ft · 1 min · West Main Street
-
21
Turn left onto South Washington Street
583 ft · 16 sec · South Washington Street
-
22
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bloomington and Delphi.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
North Walnut Street
Merge slight left
38.2 mi · 00h 42m
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.
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Bloomington and Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near Delphi.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bloomington to Delphi?
The road trip is about 125 miles (201.1 km) and usually takes 02h 29m 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?
Zionsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.4 miles from Bloomington and 62.4 miles from Delphi.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 98.6 miles (158.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.4 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 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 $16.63 one way or $33.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms around Bloomington and Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near Delphi.
Stop Ideas Near Zionsville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Avon Town Hall Park
Carmel City Hall
Carmel Gazebo
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Zionsville.
Indianapolis Union Station
Crawfordsville
Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana
Lafayette station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bloomington and Delphi. Straight-line distance: 98.58 mi (158.65 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 Delphi
City in Indiana
| Population | 2,909 |
| Coordinates | 40.5875400, -86.6750100 |
| Altitude | 173 |
| Country | United States |
End: Delphi (-86.67501, 40.58754)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 201 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 33m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $16.63 | $33.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.76 | $37.51 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $20.52 | $41.05 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $23.39 | $46.78 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Indiana · May 04, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.