How far is Bloomington, IN from Hope, IN?
The driving distance from Bloomington, IN to Hope, IN is about 51.7 miles (83.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.5 miles (66.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 30m 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 01h 15m.
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.
Unincorporated community in Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bloomington and Hope.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington and Hope.
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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
659 ft · 18 sec · South Dunn Street
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Continue on East Atwater Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · East Atwater Avenue
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Turn left onto South Mitchell Street
133 m · 10 sec · South Mitchell Street
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Turn right onto East 3rd Street
2.6 mi · 3 min · East 3rd Street
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Continue straight
14.9 mi · 17 min
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Continue straight
18.8 mi · 29 min
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Turn slight left onto Central Avenue
1 km · 1 min · Central Avenue
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Turn right onto 8th Street
2728 ft · 57 sec · 8th Street
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Turn straight onto 10th Street
1.5 km · 2 min · 10th Street
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Turn right onto North National Road
1948 ft · 37 sec · North National Road
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Turn left onto County Road 50 North
4.4 mi · 7 min · County Road 50 North
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At the end of the road, turn left onto County Road 650 East
1 mi · 2 min · County Road 650 East
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Turn right onto 25th Street
1 mi · 2 min · 25th Street
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Turn left
5.4 mi · 8 min
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Turn right onto Jackson Street
11 m · 2 sec · Jackson Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Jackson Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bloomington and Hope.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
East 3rd Street
Continue straight
18.8 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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Bloomington and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hope.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bloomington to Hope?
The road trip is about 51.7 miles (83.2 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?
Bethany is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.8 miles from Bloomington and 25.9 miles from Hope.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.5 miles (66.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.2 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 4:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.90 one way or $13.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Bloomington and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hope.
Stop Ideas Near Bethany
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 Bethany.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bloomington and Hope. Straight-line distance: 41.53 mi (66.83 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 Hope
Town in Indiana, United States
| Population | 2,248 |
| Coordinates | 39.3039400, -85.7713700 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hope (-85.77137, 39.30394)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 83 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $6.90 | $13.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.78 | $15.57 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.52 | $17.03 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.71 | $19.41 |
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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