How far is Garrett, IN from Bloomington, IN?
Fastest route
The distance between Garrett, Indiana and Bloomington, Indiana is approximately 198 miles (318 kilometers). The fastest route is currently via I-69 S, and the estimated travel time is 3 hours and 18 minutes.
Directions
- 🚗 Get on I-69 S from IN-327 S and Co Rd 56.
- 🧭 Head south on IN-327 S/S Randolph St toward W Keyser St.
- 🚦 Continue to follow IN-327 S.
- ➡️ Turn right to merge onto I-69 S toward Fort Wayne.
- 🛣️ Continue on I-69 S to Bloomington Township. Take exit 123 from I-69.
- 🛣️ Use the right 3 lanes to take exit 200-I-465 S toward I-465 S/I-69/IN-37 S.
- 🛣️ Keep left at the fork, follow signs for I-465 S/IN-37 and merge onto I-465 S/I-69/IN-37 S.
- 🛣️ Use the right 3 lanes to take exit 44 to merge onto I-70 W toward Indianapolis.
- 🛣️ Keep left at the fork to stay on I-70 W.
- 🛣️ Continue onto Exit 83A (signs for I-465 S/I-74 E/I-70 W/I-65 S/Michigan St./Ohio St./Fletcher Ave.).
- 🛣️ Continue onto I-65 S/I-70 W.
- 🛣️ Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 110B for I-70 W toward St Louis/Indpls. Int'l Airport.
- 🛣️ Take exit 78 for Harding St.
- 🚦 Turn right onto S Harding St.
- 🛣️ Continue onto I-69 (signs for Bloomington/IN-37 S).
- 🛣️ Take exit 123 for Walnut St toward College Ave.
- 🚦 Continue on N Walnut St to your destination in Bloomington.
- 🚗 Continue onto N Indiana 37 Business/N State Rd 37 Business/N Walnut St.
- 🚦 Continue to follow N Walnut St. Parts of this road may be closed at certain times or days.
- 🚗 Continue onto N College Ave.
- 🚦 Turn right onto N Dunn St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to have enough fuel for the journey, especially if there are limited gas stations along the way.
- 🕒 Check for traffic updates before starting your journey to avoid any unexpected delays.
- 📱 Use a GPS navigation system or a reliable mapping app to help you navigate the route accurately.
- 🚧 Be aware of any road closures or construction zones along the way, as they may affect your travel time.
- ☕ Take breaks during the journey to rest and stretch your legs, especially during longer trips.
- 🚙 Observe and obey all traffic laws and speed limits to ensure a safe and smooth journey.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 28m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Delaware County, Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Garrett and Bloomington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garrett and Bloomington.
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Start on South Randolph Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · South Randolph Street
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Turn left onto County Road 56
2.1 mi · 3 min · County Road 56
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Continue on County Road 11A
2094 ft · 46 sec · County Road 11A
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Take the ramp right
1237 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
124.4 mi · 2 hr 15 min
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Keep slight right
1.6 km · 1 min
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Continue on I 465 South, I 69 South
21.8 mi · 26 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 69 South: Evansville
39.3 mi · 44 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 Garrett 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.
County Road 11A
Merge slight left
124 mi · 02h 15m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Garrett and Sunny near Bloomington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Garrett to Bloomington?
The road trip is about 200.1 miles (322 km) and usually takes 03h 28m 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?
Daleville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 98.2 miles from Garrett and 101.8 miles from Bloomington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 167.8 miles (270 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:02 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.62 one way or $53.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Garrett and Sunny near Bloomington.
Stop Ideas Near Daleville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Daleville.
Connersville station
Indianapolis Union Station
Crawfordsville
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Garrett and Bloomington. Straight-line distance: 167.78 mi (270.02 km).
#1 Garrett
City in DeKalb County, Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 6,429 |
| Coordinates | 41.3494900, -85.1355300 |
| Altitude | 268 |
| 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: 322 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 29m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $26.62 | $53.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $30.03 | $60.05 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $32.86 | $65.71 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $37.45 | $74.89 |
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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