How far is Oxford, IN from Bloomington, IN?

The driving distance from Oxford, IN to Bloomington, IN is about 119.8 miles (192.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 27m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 101.1 miles (162.7 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.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
119.83 mi
02h 27m
Flight
101.1 mi
162.71 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
101.1 mi
Kilometers
162.71 km
Flight Time
00h 12m

Driving Distance

Road route
119.83 mi
Kilometers
192.84 km
Drive Time
02h 27m

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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 02h 27m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Bloomington
Sun, May 31, 3:15 AM EDT
Return by in Oxford
Sun, May 31, 5:43 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Oxford
2026-05-31T00:48
Arrive Bloomington
Sun, May 31, 3:15 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 Oxford
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
Fayette
IN

Unincorporated community in Boone County, Indiana

From Oxford
66.7 mi
01h 13m
To Bloomington
53.1 mi
01h 13m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
78°F
Sunday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sun, May 31 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 mph ESE
Destination
79°F
Sunday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sun, May 31 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 mph E

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on East McConnell Street

    691 ft · 16 sec · East McConnell Street

  2. 2

    At the end of the road, turn right onto South Michigan Street

    85 m · 11 sec · South Michigan Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Benton Street

    1444 ft · 29 sec · Benton Street

  4. 4

    Continue on East 600 South

    1.5 mi · 3 min · East 600 South

  5. 5

    Turn right

    14.4 mi · 19 min

  6. 6

    Continue on Sagamore Parkway West

    5.1 mi · 9 min · Sagamore Parkway West

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Schuyler Avenue

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Schuyler Avenue

  8. 8

    Take the exit right toward I 65 South: Indianapolis

    1828 ft · 45 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    45.4 mi · 49 min

  10. 10

    Keep slight left

    5.9 mi · 7 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward I 465 South

    1210 ft · 30 sec

  12. 12

    Continue on I 465 South

    1 km · 1 min

  13. 13

    Merge slight left

    13.7 mi · 16 min

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward I 69 South: Evansville

    1.3 km · 2 min

  15. 15

    Continue straight

    38.3 mi · 43 min

  16. 16

    Take the exit slight right toward College Avenue, Walnut Street

    2423 ft · 59 sec

  17. 17

    Turn straight onto North Walnut Street

    3.2 mi · 5 min · North Walnut Street

  18. 18

    Continue on North College Avenue

    1 mi · 2 min · North College Avenue

  19. 19

    Turn left onto West 10th Street

    1851 ft · 55 sec · West 10th Street

  20. 20

    Turn right onto North Dunn Street

    2227 ft · 1 min · North Dunn Street

  21. 21

    Turn left onto East 4th Street

    115 m · 15 sec · East 4th Street

  22. 22

    Turn straight

    30 m · 7 sec

  23. 23

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
23 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
2 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
19.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 65 South
51.6 mi · 43%
I 69 South
39.1 mi · 33%
I 465 South
14.6 mi · 12%
Sagamore Parkway West
5.1 mi · 4%
North Walnut Street
3.21 mi · 3%
East 600 South
1.46 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 65 South

Merge slight left

45.4 mi · 00h 49m

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
+18.7 mi
101.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Fayette
01h 13m from Oxford
Leave By
1:34 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Oxford and Mostly Sunny near Bloomington.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 119.8 miles (192.8 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?

Fayette is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.7 miles from Oxford and 53.1 miles from Bloomington.

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

The direct path is about 101.1 miles (162.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.7 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 $15.95 one way or $31.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Oxford and Mostly Sunny near Bloomington.

Stop Ideas Near Fayette

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

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Fayette and the surrounding midpoint area.
Avon Town Hall Park
Scenic stop 13.6 mi away

Avon Town Hall Park

Avon , IN
6570 E US Hwy 36, Avon, IN 46123, United States
Rating 4.7/5 886 reviews Tourist attraction,City park
Carmel City Hall
Meeting point 12.6 mi away

Carmel City Hall

Carmel , IN
Carmel City Hall (second floor One, 1 Civic Square, Carmel, IN 46032
Rating 3.1/5 18 reviews Government office,City courthouse
Carmel Gazebo
Nearby stop 12.6 mi away

Carmel Gazebo

Carmel , IN
3 Civic Square, Carmel, IN 46032
Rating 4.5/5 47 reviews Event venue

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Fayette.

RAIL

Indianapolis Union Station

28 mi away
350 South Illinois Street
RAIL

Crawfordsville

45 mi away
Spring and Green Streets
BUS

Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana

46 mi away
1000 Smith Ave
RAIL

Lafayette station

69 mi away
200 North 2nd St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Oxford and Bloomington. Straight-line distance: 101.1 mi (162.71 km).

Oxford

#1 Oxford

Town in Oak Grove Township, Benton County, Indiana

Population1,145
Coordinates40.5197600, -87.2477900
Altitude225
CountryUnited States
Bloomington

#2 Bloomington

The most populous city in Monroe County, Indiana.

Population85,603
Coordinates39.1653300, -86.5263900
Altitude235
CountryUnited States
Start: East McConnell Street (-87.247791, 40.519714)
End: South Indiana Avenue (-86.52691, 39.165322)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 193 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 59m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 59m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 23m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 59m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 42m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 29m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.23 gal
16.01 L · about $15.95
Round trip
$31.90
8.46 gal · 32.02 L
Estimated CO2
37.6 kg one way
Round trip: 75.2 kg / 166 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $15.95 $31.90
Mid-grade $4.25 $17.99 $35.98
Premium $4.65 $19.69 $39.37
Diesel $5.30 $22.44 $44.87

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 31, 2026

There is no time difference between Oxford and Bloomington. The current time is 00:48:10.

Distance to Other Cities

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