How far is Bourbon, IN from Bloomington, IN?
The driving distance from Bourbon, IN to Bloomington, IN is about 173 miles (278.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 148.8 miles (239.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 34m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 17m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Hamilton County, Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bourbon and Bloomington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bourbon and Bloomington.
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Start on West Center Street
11 m · 3 sec · West Center Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
8.5 mi · 15 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto State Road 25
9.6 mi · 14 min · State Road 25
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Turn right onto East 9th Street
1325 ft · 22 sec · East 9th Street
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Continue on 602 East 9th Street
1 mi · 2 min · 602 East 9th Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
3183 ft · 54 sec · Main Street
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Turn slight left onto South Old US Highway 31
1.3 mi · 2 min · South Old US Highway 31
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Turn left
67 mi · 1 hr 23 min
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Turn right onto East 226th Street
82 m · 10 sec · East 226th Street
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Turn left
98 m · 51 sec
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Continue straight
98 m · 25 sec
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Turn right onto East 226th Street
82 m · 10 sec · East 226th Street
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Turn right
13 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 465, US 31 South
1 km · 55 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 465 West
3177 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
4.8 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 465 South
19.6 mi · 23 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 69 South: Evansville
1.3 km · 2 min
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Continue straight
38.3 mi · 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward College Avenue, Walnut Street
2423 ft · 59 sec
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Turn straight onto North Walnut Street
3.2 mi · 5 min · North Walnut Street
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Continue on North College Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · North College Avenue
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Turn left onto West 10th Street
1851 ft · 55 sec · West 10th Street
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Turn right onto North Dunn Street
2227 ft · 1 min · North Dunn Street
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Turn left onto East 4th Street
115 m · 15 sec · East 4th Street
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Turn straight
30 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bourbon and Bloomington.
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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67 mi · 01h 23m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Bourbon and Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bloomington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bourbon to Bloomington?
The road trip is about 173 miles (278.4 km) and usually takes 03h 17m 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?
Sheridan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 85.9 miles from Bourbon and 87.1 miles from Bloomington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 148.8 miles (239.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:26 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.04 one way or $46.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Bourbon and Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bloomington.
Stop Ideas Near Sheridan
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Noblesville Housing Authority
Carmel City Hall
Thomas A. Weaver Municipal Complex
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Sheridan.
Indianapolis Union Station
Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana
Crawfordsville
Lafayette station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bourbon and Bloomington. Straight-line distance: 148.77 mi (239.42 km).
#1 Bourbon
Human settlement in Marshall County, Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 1,746 |
| Coordinates | 41.2956000, -86.1163900 |
| Altitude | 258 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bloomington
The most populous city in Monroe County, Indiana.
| Population | 85,603 |
| Coordinates | 39.1653300, -86.5263900 |
| Altitude | 235 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Indiana Avenue (-86.52691, 39.165322)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 278 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 09m |
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 | $23.04 | $46.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.99 | $51.97 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $28.44 | $56.87 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $32.41 | $64.81 |
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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