How far is Flat Rock, IN from Bloomington, IN?
The driving distance from Flat Rock, IN to Bloomington, IN is about 52.1 miles (83.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39.6 miles (63.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 16m 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 01h 08m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Unincorporated community in Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Flat Rock and Bloomington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flat Rock and Bloomington.
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Start on Old State Road 252
5.9 mi · 10 min · Old State Road 252
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Continue on County Road 1100 South
789 ft · 21 sec · County Road 1100 South
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Take the ramp left
1441 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
11.3 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 46: Columbus, Nashville, Bloomington
855 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight right
154 m · 12 sec
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Merge slight left onto Jonathan Moore Pike
15.9 mi · 23 min · Jonathan Moore Pike
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Turn left onto Van Buren Street
18.2 mi · 22 min · Van Buren Street
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Turn right onto South Indiana Avenue
138 m · 17 sec · South Indiana Avenue
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Turn right
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 Flat Rock 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.
Van Buren Street
Turn left onto Van Buren Street
18.2 mi · 00h 22m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Flat Rock and Scattered 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 Flat Rock to Bloomington?
The road trip is about 52.1 miles (83.8 km) and usually takes 01h 08m 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?
Bethany is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26 miles from Flat Rock and 26 miles from Bloomington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39.6 miles (63.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.5 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 4:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.94 one way or $13.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Flat Rock and Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near Bloomington.
Stop Ideas Near Bethany
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Bethany.
Indianapolis Union Station
Connersville station
Louisville, Kentucky
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Flat Rock and Bloomington. Straight-line distance: 39.62 mi (63.77 km).
#1 Flat Rock
Unincorporated community in Shelby County, Minnesota
| Population | 1,728 |
| Coordinates | 39.3642200, -85.8316500 |
| Altitude | 210 |
| 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: 84 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $6.94 | $13.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.83 | $15.65 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.56 | $17.13 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.76 | $19.52 |
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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