Bloomington, Illinois to Indianapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

157.8 miles 253.9 km · straight line
170.2 miles actual route 273.9 km · driving distance
3h 19min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
107° ESE bearing direction

How far is Bloomington, Illinois from Indianapolis?

The distance from Bloomington, Illinois to Indianapolis is 157.8 miles (253.9 km) as the crow flies. Indianapolis is located ESE of Bloomington, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 170.2 miles, taking about 3h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Bloomington, Illinois in Illinois and Indianapolis 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. 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 Indianapolis. 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 Indianapolis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 19min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 59min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 9min $20–$60* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bloomington, Illinois & Indianapolis

Quick Facts

Bloomington, Illinois
40.48°N, 88.99°W
America/Chicago
243m elevation
Indianapolis
39.77°N, 86.16°W
America/New_York
218m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 53 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 157.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM