How far is Bloomington, IN from Ligonier, IN?

The driving distance from Bloomington, IN to Ligonier, IN is about 208.9 miles (336.2 km), with a travel time of about 04h 03m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 166.5 miles (267.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 07m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
208.92 mi
04h 03m
Flight
166.47 mi
267.9 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
166.47 mi
Kilometers
267.9 km
Flight Time
00h 20m

Driving Distance

Road route
208.92 mi
Kilometers
336.23 km
Drive Time
04h 03m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 04h 03m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Ligonier
Tue, Jun 2, 4:16 PM EDT
Return by in Bloomington
Tue, Jun 2, 8:20 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Bloomington
2026-06-02T12:12
Arrive Ligonier
Tue, Jun 2, 4:16 PM EDT
Route Timing
04h 03m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:04 AM to 12:04 PM EDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
8:52 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Bloomington
9:00 PM EDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Yorktown
IN

CDP in Virginia

From Bloomington
104.5 mi
02h 01m
To Ligonier
104.5 mi
02h 01m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
77°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, Jun 2 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph NE
Destination
76°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, Jun 2 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph NE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Bloomington and Ligonier.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington and Ligonier.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    30 m · 11 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto South Indiana Avenue

    1083 ft · 39 sec · South Indiana Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn left onto East 7th Street

    1881 ft · 1 min · East 7th Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto North Walnut Street

    4.4 mi · 7 min · North Walnut Street

  5. 5

    Take the ramp straight

    1834 ft · 45 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    47.8 mi · 54 min

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    11.8 mi · 14 min

  8. 8

    Keep slight right to continue on I 69 North: Fort Wayne

    4.2 mi · 6 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight left

    105.4 mi · 1 hr 54 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward US 30 West, US 33 North: Goshen Road

    1.2 km · 1 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right

    27.4 mi · 35 min

  12. 12

    Continue on Lincolnway South

    5.1 mi · 8 min · Lincolnway South

  13. 13

    Continue on Lincoln Way South

    1 km · 1 min · Lincoln Way South

  14. 14

    Continue on South Cavin Street

    1840 ft · 1 min · South Cavin Street

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Pigeon Street

    12 m · 2 sec · Pigeon Street

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Pigeon Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Bloomington and Ligonier.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
16 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
7.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 69 North
110 mi · 52%
North Walnut Street
64.4 mi · 31%
US 30 West
28.2 mi · 13%
Lincolnway South
5.13 mi · 2%
Lincoln Way South
0.63 mi
East 7th Street
0.36 mi
Longest Stretch

I 69 North

Keep slight left

105 mi · 01h 54m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
04h 03m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 08m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+42.4 mi
166.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Yorktown
02h 01m from Bloomington
Leave By
8:52 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Bloomington and Sunny near Ligonier.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Bloomington to Ligonier?

The road trip is about 208.9 miles (336.2 km) and usually takes 04h 03m 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?

Yorktown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 104.5 miles from Bloomington and 104.5 miles from Ligonier.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 166.5 miles (267.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 42.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:52 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.79 one way or $55.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 65.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bloomington and Sunny near Ligonier.

Stop Ideas Near Yorktown

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Yorktown and the surrounding midpoint area.
Daleville Town Hall Park and Splash Pad
Scenic stop 5.1 mi away

Daleville Town Hall Park and Splash Pad

Daleville , IN
8029 S Walnut St, Daleville, IN 47334, United States
Rating 4.8/5 435 reviews Park
City of Muncie
Meeting point 9.2 mi away

City of Muncie

Muncie , IN
300 N High St, Muncie, IN 47305
Rating 2.6/5 14 reviews City clerk's office,City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 11.2 mi away

Housing Authority

Muncie , IN
2401 S Haddix Ave, Muncie, IN 47302
Rating 3.2/5 6 reviews Housing authority

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Yorktown.

RAIL

Connersville station

66 mi away
1012 Eastern Avenue
RAIL

Indianapolis Union Station

73 mi away
350 South Illinois Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Bloomington and Ligonier. Straight-line distance: 166.47 mi (267.9 km).

Bloomington

#1 Bloomington

The most populous city in Monroe County, Indiana.

Population85,603
Coordinates39.1653300, -86.5263900
Altitude235
CountryUnited States
Ligonier

#2 Ligonier

City in Noble County, Indiana, United States of America

Population4,411
Coordinates41.4658800, -85.5874800
Altitude266
CountryUnited States
Start: Bloomington (-86.52639, 39.16533)
End: Ligonier (-85.58748, 41.46588)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 336 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 57m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 13m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 10m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 28m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 59m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 36m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.37 gal
27.91 L · about $27.79
Round trip
$55.58
14.74 gal · 55.82 L
Estimated CO2
65.5 kg one way
Round trip: 131 kg / 289 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $27.79 $55.58
Mid-grade $4.25 $31.34 $62.69
Premium $4.65 $34.30 $68.60
Diesel $5.30 $39.09 $78.18

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 · Jun 02, 2026

There is no time difference between Bloomington and Ligonier. The current time is 12:12:41.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.