Bloomington, Indiana to Rock Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

267.9 miles 431.1 km · straight line
334.9 miles estimated 538.9 km · driving distance
6h 44min estimated drive time
$32 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
308° NW bearing direction

How far is Bloomington, Indiana from Rock Island?

The distance from Bloomington, Indiana to Rock Island is 267.9 miles (431.1 km) as the crow flies. Rock Island is located NW of Bloomington, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 334.9 miles, taking about 6h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Bloomington, Indiana in Indiana and Rock Island in Illinois.

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 Rock Island. 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, Indiana to Rock Island

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 44min $32 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 5min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 24min $40–$117* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bloomington, Indiana & Rock Island

Quick Facts

Bloomington, Indiana
39.17°N, 86.53°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
235m elevation
Rock Island
41.51°N, 90.58°W
America/Chicago
171m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 89 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 93 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients