How far is Bloomington, IN from Palmyra, IN?
The driving distance from Bloomington, IN to Palmyra, IN is about 68.2 miles (109.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.9 miles (91.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 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.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Marion Township, Lawrence County, Indiana, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bloomington and Palmyra.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington and Palmyra.
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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
3120 ft · 1 min · South College Avenue
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Turn straight onto South Walnut Street
2.5 mi · 6 min · South Walnut Street
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Continue on South Old State Road 37
2.7 mi · 4 min · South Old State Road 37
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Turn left
39.1 mi · 48 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward East Main Street
652 ft · 9 sec · East Main Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East Main Street
1000 ft · 14 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto Southeast Main Street
10.4 mi · 14 min · Southeast Main Street
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Continue on West US Highway 150
12.1 mi · 14 min · West US Highway 150
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Turn right onto Greene Street Northeast
9 m · 1 sec · Greene Street Northeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Greene Street Northeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bloomington and Palmyra.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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39.1 mi · 00h 48m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bloomington to Palmyra?
The road trip is about 68.2 miles (109.8 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
Mitchell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.1 miles from Bloomington and 34.1 miles from Palmyra.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.9 miles (91.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.3 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 3:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.09 one way or $18.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Bloomington and Showers And Thunderstorms near Palmyra.
Stop Ideas Near Mitchell
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bloomington and Palmyra. Straight-line distance: 56.94 mi (91.64 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 Palmyra
Town in Indiana, United States
| Population | 1,433 |
| Coordinates | 38.4078400, -86.1099700 |
| Altitude | 235 |
| Country | United States |
End: Palmyra (-86.10997, 38.40784)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 110 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 51m |
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 | $9.09 | $18.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.25 | $20.50 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.22 | $22.43 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.78 | $25.57 |
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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