How far is Smyrna, IN from Bloomington, IN?
The driving distance from Smyrna, IN to Bloomington, IN is about 83.5 miles (134.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 62.1 miles (99.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 35m 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 47m.
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.
The most populous city in Bartholomew County, Indiana.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Smyrna and Bloomington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smyrna and Bloomington.
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Start on West Deputy Pike Road
3 mi · 7 min · West Deputy Pike Road
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Turn sharp left
18.1 mi · 27 min
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Turn right onto Poplar Street
972 ft · 16 sec · Poplar Street
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Continue on State Roads 3 & 7
2833 ft · 2 min · State Roads 3 & 7
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Continue on South State Street
17.8 mi · 27 min · South State Street
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Continue on State Street
3.9 mi · 6 min · State Street
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Continue on 3rd Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · 3rd Street
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Continue on Jonathan Moore Pike
8.4 mi · 12 min · Jonathan Moore Pike
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Continue straight
9.2 mi · 14 min
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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 Smyrna 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.
Isolated Rain Showers then Sunny leaving Smyrna and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Bloomington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Smyrna to Bloomington?
The road trip is about 83.5 miles (134.3 km) and usually takes 01h 47m 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?
Columbus is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.3 miles from Smyrna and 43.1 miles from Bloomington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 62.1 miles (99.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.4 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 2:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.09 one way or $22.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Isolated Rain Showers then Sunny around Smyrna and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Bloomington.
Stop Ideas Near Columbus
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 Columbus.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Smyrna and Bloomington. Straight-line distance: 62.09 mi (99.93 km).
#1 Smyrna
Human settlement in United States of America
| Population | 1,068 |
| Coordinates | 38.7820000, -85.4807900 |
| Altitude | 226 |
| 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: 134 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 02m |
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 | $11.09 | $22.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.50 | $25.01 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.68 | $27.37 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.59 | $31.19 |
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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