How far is Bloomington, IN from Wilmington, IN?

The driving distance from Bloomington, IN to Wilmington, IN is about 103.8 miles (167 km), with a travel time of about 02h 27m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 85 miles (136.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
103.78 mi
02h 27m
Flight
84.98 mi
136.77 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

Choose another destination from Bloomington.

Flight Distance

Direct air line
84.98 mi
Kilometers
136.77 km
Flight Time
00h 10m

Driving Distance

Road route
103.78 mi
Kilometers
167.01 km
Drive Time
02h 27m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

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

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 27m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Wilmington
Thu, May 7, 3:10 AM EDT
Return by in Bloomington
Thu, May 7, 5:38 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Bloomington
2026-05-07T00:42
Arrive Wilmington
Thu, May 7, 3:10 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 27m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:28 AM to 12:28 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:34 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Bloomington
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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
North Vernon
IN

City in Indiana, United States

From Bloomington
51.8 mi
01h 13m
To Wilmington
51.9 mi
01h 13m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
62°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, May 7 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 8 mph NW
Destination
61°F
Thursday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, May 7 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 9 mph NW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    30 m · 9 sec

  2. 2

    Continue on East 4th Street

    115 m · 21 sec · East 4th Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto South Dunn Street

    659 ft · 18 sec · South Dunn Street

  4. 4

    Continue on East Atwater Avenue

    1.3 km · 1 min · East Atwater Avenue

  5. 5

    Turn left onto South Mitchell Street

    133 m · 10 sec · South Mitchell Street

  6. 6

    Turn right onto East 3rd Street

    2.6 mi · 3 min · East 3rd Street

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    14.9 mi · 17 min

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    22.7 mi · 35 min

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    14.9 mi · 22 min

  10. 10

    Turn left onto US Highway 50

    3.9 mi · 6 min · US Highway 50

  11. 11

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route

    42 m · 3 sec

  12. 12

    Exit the roundabout

    20 mi · 30 min

  13. 13

    Continue straight

    17.5 mi · 23 min

  14. 14

    Continue straight

    3.7 mi · 5 min

  15. 15

    Turn left

    2.4 mi · 4 min

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Probst Road

    149 m · 22 sec · Probst Road

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Probst Road

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
17 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
16.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
East 3rd Street
55.1 mi · 53%
US Highway 50
45.2 mi · 44%
East Atwater Avenue
0.78 mi · 1%
South Dunn Street
0.12 mi
Probst Road
0.09 mi
South Mitchell Street
0.08 mi
Longest Stretch

East 3rd Street

Continue straight

22.7 mi · 00h 35m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 27m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 56m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+18.8 mi
85 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
North Vernon
01h 13m from Bloomington
Leave By
1:34 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Bloomington and Chance Rain Showers near Wilmington.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 103.8 miles (167 km) and usually takes 02h 27m 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?

North Vernon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51.8 miles from Bloomington and 51.9 miles from Wilmington.

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

The direct path is about 85 miles (136.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.8 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 1:34 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.80 one way or $27.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Bloomington and Chance Rain Showers near Wilmington.

Stop Ideas Near North Vernon

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around North Vernon, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to North Vernon.

RAIL

Connersville station

83 mi away
1012 Eastern Avenue
BUS

Louisville, Kentucky

85 mi away
720 West Muhammad Ali Blvd.
RAIL

Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal

94 mi away
1301 Western Ave.
RAIL

Indianapolis Union Station

96 mi away
350 South Illinois Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Bloomington and Wilmington. Straight-line distance: 84.98 mi (136.77 km).

Bloomington

#1 Bloomington

The most populous city in Monroe County, Indiana.

Population85,603
Coordinates39.1653300, -86.5263900
Altitude235
CountryUnited States
Photo coming soon

#2 Wilmington

Unincorporated community in Dearborn County, Indiana

Population4,193
Coordinates39.0625600, -84.9466200
Altitude242
CountryUnited States
Start: Bloomington (-86.52639, 39.16533)
End: Wilmington (-84.94662, 39.06256)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 167 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 27m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 35m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 04m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 43m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 28m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 17m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.66 gal
13.86 L · about $13.80
Round trip
$27.60
7.32 gal · 27.72 L
Estimated CO2
32.5 kg one way
Round trip: 65.1 kg / 144 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $13.80 $27.60
Mid-grade $4.25 $15.57 $31.13
Premium $4.65 $17.03 $34.07
Diesel $5.30 $19.41 $38.83

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 · May 07, 2026

There is no time difference between Bloomington and Wilmington. The current time is 00:42:42.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

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