Bloomington, Illinois to Kenosha: Road Trip Guide & Distance

157.3 miles 253.1 km · straight line
196.6 miles estimated 316.4 km · driving distance
3h 57min estimated drive time
$19 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
22° NNE bearing direction

How far is Bloomington, Illinois from Kenosha?

The distance from Bloomington, Illinois to Kenosha is 157.3 miles (253.1 km) as the crow flies. Kenosha is located NNE of Bloomington, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 196.6 miles, taking about 3h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Bloomington, Illinois in Illinois and Kenosha in Wisconsin.

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 Kenosha. 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 Bloomington, Illinois to Kenosha

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 57min $19 - $23 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 44min $16–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 45min $24–$69* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bloomington, Illinois & Kenosha

Quick Facts

Bloomington, Illinois
40.48°N, 88.99°W
America/Chicago
243m elevation
Kenosha
42.58°N, 87.82°W
America/Chicago
184m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 52 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 158.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients