Bettendorf to Bloomington, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

107.1 miles 172.3 km · straight line
133.8 miles estimated 215.4 km · driving distance
2h 42min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
132° SE bearing direction

How far is Bettendorf from Bloomington, Illinois?

The distance from Bettendorf to Bloomington, Illinois is 107.1 miles (172.3 km) as the crow flies. Bloomington, Illinois is located SE of Bettendorf. By car, the driving distance is approximately 133.8 miles, taking about 2h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Bettendorf in Iowa and Bloomington, Illinois in Illinois.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bettendorf and Bloomington, Illinois. 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 Bettendorf to Bloomington, Illinois

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 42min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 14min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 34min $16–$47* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bettendorf & Bloomington, Illinois

Quick Facts

Bettendorf
41.52°N, 90.52°W
America/Chicago
173m elevation
Bloomington, Illinois
40.48°N, 88.99°W
America/Chicago
243m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 232.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients