Bloomington, Indiana to Milwaukee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

277.1 miles 446 km · straight line
316.7 miles actual route 509.7 km · driving distance
6h 16min estimated drive time
$30 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
345° NNW bearing direction

How far is Bloomington, Indiana from Milwaukee?

The distance from Bloomington, Indiana to Milwaukee is 277.1 miles (446 km) as the crow flies. Milwaukee is located NNW of Bloomington, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 316.7 miles, taking about 6h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Bloomington, Indiana in Indiana and Milwaukee 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bloomington, Indiana and Milwaukee. 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, Indiana to Milwaukee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 16min $30 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 31min $25–$48* Budget
Train ~5h 57min $38–$111* Comfort

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Quick Facts

Bloomington, Indiana
39.17°N, 86.53°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
235m elevation
Milwaukee
43.04°N, 87.91°W
America/Chicago
188m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 92 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM