How far is Bloomington, IN from Rockport, IN?
The driving distance from Bloomington, IN to Rockport, IN is about 81.9 miles (131.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 63.7 miles (102.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 22m 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 02h 11m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bloomington and Rockport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington and Rockport.
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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
1.2 mi · 2 min · North Walnut Street
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Turn left onto West State Roade 45 46 Bypass
49 m · 8 sec · West State Roade 45 46 Bypass
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Continue on West State Road 45 46 Bypass
5.7 mi · 10 min · West State Road 45 46 Bypass
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Turn slight right onto East Main Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
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Merge slight left onto West Temperance Street
592 ft · 14 sec · West Temperance Street
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Continue on State Road 46
7.8 mi · 11 min · State Road 46
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Continue on East Morgan Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · East Morgan Street
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Turn right onto West State Road 46
20.4 mi · 29 min · West State Road 46
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Turn right
26.8 mi · 40 min
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Turn left onto US Highway 36
5.9 mi · 9 min · US Highway 36
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Continue on East Ohio Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Ohio Street
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Turn right
4.9 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto County Road 460N
128 m · 12 sec · County Road 460N
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Continue on County Road 208
2262 ft · 1 min · County Road 208
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Continue on Smith Street
1365 ft · 39 sec · Smith Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto B'Dale Road
4.2 mi · 11 min · B'Dale Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · B'Dale Road (Cord 25)
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bloomington and Rockport.
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
Turn right
26.8 mi · 00h 40m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Bloomington and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rockport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bloomington to Rockport?
The road trip is about 81.9 miles (131.8 km) and usually takes 02h 11m 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?
Center Point is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.9 miles from Bloomington and 40.9 miles from Rockport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 63.7 miles (102.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.2 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 2:08 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.90 one way or $21.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Bloomington and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rockport.
Stop Ideas Near Center Point
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bloomington and Rockport. Straight-line distance: 63.66 mi (102.45 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 Rockport
Located along the Ohio River, Rockport is a city in Indiana's Spencer County in Ohio Township.
| Population | 2,136 |
| Coordinates | 39.8808700, -87.2789000 |
| Altitude | 150 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rockport (-87.2789, 39.88087)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 132 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
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 | $10.90 | $21.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.29 | $24.58 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.45 | $26.90 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.33 | $30.66 |
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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