How far is Rockport, IN from Bloomington, IN?
The driving distance from Rockport, IN to Bloomington, IN is about 81.5 miles (131.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 63.7 miles (102.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 42m 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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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rockport and Bloomington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rockport and Bloomington.
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Start on B'Dale Road (Cord 25)
4.2 mi · 11 min · B'Dale Road (Cord 25)
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Turn left onto Smith Street
1365 ft · 37 sec · Smith Street
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Continue on County Road 208
2262 ft · 1 min · County Road 208
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Continue on County Road 460N
128 m · 14 sec · County Road 460N
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Turn right
4.9 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto West Ohio Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Ohio Street
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Continue on US Highway 36
5.9 mi · 9 min · US Highway 36
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Turn right onto Indiana 59
18.1 mi · 28 min · Indiana 59
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Continue on State Route 59
8.8 mi · 13 min · State Route 59
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Turn left
20.4 mi · 29 min
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Turn left onto West Morgan Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · West Morgan Street
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Continue on State Road 46
7.8 mi · 11 min · State Road 46
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Continue on West Temperance Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · West Temperance Street
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Continue on State Road 46
5.7 mi · 10 min · State Road 46
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Turn sharp right onto 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 Rockport 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
Turn left
20.4 mi · 00h 29m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Rockport and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Bloomington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rockport to Bloomington?
The road trip is about 81.5 miles (131.2 km) and usually takes 01h 51m 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?
Center Point is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.9 miles from Rockport and 40.6 miles from Bloomington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 63.7 miles (102.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.8 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 2:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.86 one way or $21.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Rockport and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Bloomington.
Stop Ideas Near Center Point
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rockport and Bloomington. Straight-line distance: 63.66 mi (102.45 km).
#1 Rockport
Located along the Ohio River, Rockport is a city in Indiana's Spencer County in Ohio Township.
| Population | 2,136 |
| Coordinates | 39.8808700, -87.2789000 |
| Altitude | 150 |
| 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: 131 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
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 | $10.86 | $21.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.25 | $24.50 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.40 | $26.81 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.28 | $30.55 |
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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