How far is Sherman, IL from Bloomington, IL?
The driving distance from Sherman, IL to Bloomington, IL is about 56.8 miles (91.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52 miles (83.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 06m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Unincorporated community in Illinois, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Isolated Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sherman and Bloomington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sherman and Bloomington.
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Start on Parkway Drive
853 ft · 28 sec · Parkway Drive
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Andrew Road
740 ft · 20 sec · East Andrew Road
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Turn left onto South Sherman Boulevard
1.2 mi · 2 min · South Sherman Boulevard
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Take the exit straight
21.4 mi · 24 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 55 North: Chicago
29.4 mi · 31 min
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Keep slight right to continue on South Veterans Parkway
1680 ft · 21 sec · South Veterans Parkway
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Continue on South Veterans Parkway
2.1 mi · 3 min · South Veterans Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 51 Business
1386 ft · 40 sec
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
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Continue on South East Street
2717 ft · 1 min · South East Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North East Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sherman and Bloomington.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 55 North
Keep slight right to continue on I 55 North: Chicago
29.4 mi · 00h 31m
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.
Isolated Rain Showers leaving Sherman and Isolated Rain Showers near Bloomington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sherman to Bloomington?
The road trip is about 56.8 miles (91.4 km) and usually takes 01h 06m 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?
Lawndale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.4 miles from Sherman and 28.4 miles from Bloomington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52 miles (83.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.8 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.58 one way or $15.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Isolated Rain Showers around Sherman and Isolated Rain Showers near Bloomington.
Stop Ideas Near Lawndale
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 Lawndale.
Lincoln
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Springfield station
Peoria, Illinois
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sherman and Bloomington. Straight-line distance: 52.01 mi (83.71 km).
#1 Sherman
Village in Illinois, USA
| Population | 4,660 |
| Coordinates | 39.8936600, -89.6048200 |
| Altitude | 177 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bloomington
The second most populous city in McLean County, Illinois.
| Population | 77,132 |
| Coordinates | 40.4842000, -88.9936900 |
| Altitude | 243 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bloomington (-88.99369, 40.4842)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 91 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 42m |
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 | $7.58 | $15.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.55 | $17.10 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.35 | $18.71 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.66 | $21.32 |
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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