Athens, Ohio to Bloomington, Indiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

237.1 miles 381.5 km · straight line
296.3 miles estimated 476.9 km · driving distance
5h 58min estimated drive time
$29 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
269° W bearing direction

How far is Athens, Ohio from Bloomington, Indiana?

The distance from Athens, Ohio to Bloomington, Indiana is 237.1 miles (381.5 km) as the crow flies. Bloomington, Indiana is located W of Athens, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 296.3 miles, taking about 5h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Athens, Ohio in Ohio and Bloomington, Indiana in Indiana.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Athens, Ohio and Bloomington, Indiana. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Athens, Ohio to Bloomington, Indiana

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 58min $29 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 10min $24–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 40min $36–$104* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Athens, Ohio & Bloomington, Indiana

Quick Facts

Athens, Ohio
39.33°N, 82.10°W
America/New_York
219m elevation
Bloomington, Indiana
39.17°N, 86.53°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
235m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 79 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 105 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients