Bloomington, Illinois to Louisville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

231.6 miles 372.7 km · straight line
285.6 miles actual route 459.6 km · driving distance
5h 19min estimated drive time
$27 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
131° SE bearing direction

How far is Bloomington, Illinois from Louisville?

The distance from Bloomington, Illinois to Louisville is 231.6 miles (372.7 km) as the crow flies. Louisville is located SE of Bloomington, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 285.6 miles, taking about 5h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Bloomington, Illinois in Illinois and Louisville in Kentucky.

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.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 19min $27 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 23min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 3min $34–$100* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bloomington, Illinois & Louisville

Quick Facts

Bloomington, Illinois
40.48°N, 88.99°W
America/Chicago
243m elevation
Louisville
38.25°N, 85.76°W
America/New_York
142m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 77 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 107.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM