How far is Bloomington, IN from Ferdinand, IN?
The driving distance from Bloomington, IN to Ferdinand, IN is about 84 miles (135.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 67.5 miles (108.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 31m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 45m.
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.
Human settlement in Daviess County, Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bloomington and Ferdinand.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington and Ferdinand.
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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
1194 ft · 45 sec · South College Avenue
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Turn right onto West 2nd Street
1.4 km · 1 min · West 2nd Street
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Continue on Bloomfield Road
1.6 mi · 2 min · Bloomfield Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1898 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
2.4 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 69 South: Evansville
27 mi · 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 231: Bloomfield, Crane
2002 ft · 42 sec
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Keep slight left
32 m · 3 sec
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Turn left
17 mi · 23 min
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Turn right onto West Broadway Street
919 ft · 12 sec · West Broadway Street
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Continue on Mill Street
14.3 mi · 16 min · Mill Street
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Continue straight
6.2 mi · 8 min
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Turn left onto West 3rd Street
595 ft · 12 sec · West 3rd Street
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Turn straight onto 3rd Avenue
2.6 mi · 4 min · 3rd Avenue
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Continue straight
10.3 mi · 15 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bloomington and Ferdinand.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 69 South
Keep slight left to continue on I 69 South: Evansville
27 mi · 00h 29m
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.
Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Bloomington and Areas Of Frost near Ferdinand.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bloomington to Ferdinand?
The road trip is about 84 miles (135.2 km) and usually takes 01h 45m 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?
Odon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42 miles from Bloomington and 42 miles from Ferdinand.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 67.5 miles (108.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.5 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 2:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.16 one way or $22.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny around Bloomington and Areas Of Frost near Ferdinand.
Stop Ideas Near Odon
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Evansville, IN
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bloomington and Ferdinand. Straight-line distance: 67.52 mi (108.66 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 Ferdinand
Town in Indiana, United States
| Population | 2,253 |
| Coordinates | 38.2239400, -86.8622200 |
| Altitude | 164 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ferdinand (-86.86222, 38.22394)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 135 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 02m |
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 | $11.16 | $22.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.59 | $25.18 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.78 | $27.55 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.70 | $31.40 |
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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