Bloomington, Illinois to Chicago: Road Trip Guide & Distance

119.6 miles 192.5 km · straight line
133.6 miles actual route 215 km · driving distance
2h 42min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
36° NE bearing direction

How far is Bloomington, Illinois from Chicago?

The distance from Bloomington, Illinois to Chicago is 119.6 miles (192.5 km) as the crow flies. Chicago is located NE of Bloomington, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 133.6 miles, taking about 2h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States.

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 Bloomington, Illinois and Chicago. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bloomington, Illinois to Chicago

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 Bloomington, Illinois & Chicago

Quick Facts

Bloomington, Illinois
40.48°N, 88.99°W
America/Chicago
243m elevation
Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 40 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 208.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM