How far is Bloomington, IN from LaPorte, IN?
The driving distance from Bloomington, IN to LaPorte, IN is about 198.2 miles (319 km), with a travel time of about 04h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 169.3 miles (272.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 22m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Clinton County, Indiana
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bloomington and LaPorte.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington and LaPorte.
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Start on the route
30 m · 11 sec
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Turn right onto South Indiana Avenue
1083 ft · 39 sec · South Indiana Avenue
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Turn left onto East 7th Street
1881 ft · 1 min · East 7th Street
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Turn right onto North Walnut Street
4.4 mi · 7 min · North Walnut Street
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Take the ramp straight
1834 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
38.2 mi · 42 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 465 West, I 74 West: Peoria
1.4 mi · 3 min
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Merge slight left
9.2 mi · 11 min
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Keep slight left
3.9 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 65 North: Chicago
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight right
17.9 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 52 West
1281 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight left
786 ft · 10 sec
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Merge slight left
36.1 mi · 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 43: West Lafayette, Brookston
1642 ft · 45 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on SR 43: Battle Ground, Lake Shafer, Lake Freeman
71 m · 6 sec
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Turn straight onto North River Road
17.9 mi · 31 min · North River Road
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Continue straight
52.8 mi · 1 hr 16 min
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Turn left
3.1 mi · 6 min
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Turn right onto West State Road 2
9.5 mi · 14 min · West State Road 2
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Continue on J Street
2062 ft · 1 min · J Street
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Turn slight right onto Lincolnway
2551 ft · 2 min · Lincolnway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lincolnway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bloomington and LaPorte.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
North River Road
Continue straight
52.8 mi · 01h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Bloomington and Mostly Sunny near LaPorte.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bloomington to LaPorte?
The road trip is about 198.2 miles (319 km) and usually takes 04h 22m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Mulberry is a useful midpoint, sitting about 99.2 miles from Bloomington and 99 miles from LaPorte.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 169.3 miles (272.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:14 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.40 one way or $52.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62.2 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Bloomington and LaPorte, 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 Mostly Sunny near LaPorte.
Stop Ideas Near Mulberry
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Town of Mulberry - Town Hall & Municipal Utilities
Lafayette City Hall
Morton Community Center
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Mulberry.
Lafayette station
Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana
Crawfordsville
Indianapolis Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bloomington and LaPorte. Straight-line distance: 169.27 mi (272.41 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 LaPorte
Human settlement in LaPorte County, Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 22,053 |
| Coordinates | 41.6106000, -86.7225200 |
| Altitude | 247 |
| Country | United States |
End: LaPorte (-86.72252, 41.6106)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 319 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 28m |
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 | $26.40 | $52.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $29.77 | $59.54 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $32.58 | $65.16 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $37.13 | $74.26 |
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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