Road Trips from Evansville, IN
From Evansville, you can easily get out for a day trip or a slightly longer drive. There are several options for a half-day drive that include parks, and a few longer routes that are perfect for a full day's adventure. Most of these routes stick to flat terrain, making for a straightforward drive. If you're looking for a quick escape or a more involved road trip, Evansville has a good mix to choose from.
Total Routes
56
Shortest
3.3h
With Parks Nearby
56
Full-day getaway
13 total in this range
Crawfordsville, IN
3h 43m169.3 mi one way
This is one of the closest options at just 3.7 hours, making it ideal for a day trip. It's a straightforward drive with mostly flat terrain and a high drive score of 9. You'll also pass by George Rogers Clark National Historical Park.
Noblesville, IN
3h 39m193.6 mi one way
At 3.7 hours, this trip is similar in length to Crawfordsville but extends further north. It offers a good drive score of 8 and includes access to two parks: George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial. The terrain remains mostly flat.
Arcadia, IN
3h 55m203.7 mi one way
This route takes about 3.9 hours and offers a drive score of 8. Like Noblesville, it provides access to George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial, all while staying on mostly flat terrain.
Lawrence, IN
3h 19m177.9 mi one way
This is one of the shortest options at 3.3 hours, making it a great choice for a quick getaway. The drive score is a solid 8, and you'll encounter mostly flat terrain. It also includes proximity to George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial.
Knightstown, IN
3h 50m204.5 mi one way
This trip is around 3.8 hours and features a drive score of 8. You'll have access to George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial. The terrain is mostly flat, similar to many other routes from Evansville.
Weekend trip
43 total in this range
Nappanee, IN
6h 10m312 mi one way
If you're looking for a longer drive, Nappanee is over 6 hours away. This route has a perfect drive score of 10 and a mix of highway and surface roads. It also includes access to George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial.
Plymouth, IN
5h 41m289.2 mi one way
This is a longer trip, taking 5.7 hours, but it scores a perfect 10 for its drive. It's primarily a highway route, and you'll have access to George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial along the way. The terrain is mostly flat.
Mishawaka, IN
6h 15m317.1 mi one way
At 6.3 hours, this is one of the longest options. It has a top drive score of 10 and a mix of highway and surface roads. You'll also find George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial accessible.
Pershing, IN
5h 30m276.3 mi one way
This route takes 5.5 hours and boasts a perfect drive score of 10. It's mostly a highway drive and includes access to both George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial. The terrain is mostly flat.
Blooming Grove, IN
4h 41m221.3 mi one way
Browse by Mood
Nappanee, IN
6h 10m312 mi one way
Plymouth, IN
5h 41m289.2 mi one way
Mishawaka, IN
6h 15m317.1 mi one way
Pershing, IN
5h 30m276.3 mi one way
Plymouth, IN
5h 41m289.2 mi one way
Mishawaka, IN
6h 15m317.1 mi one way
Goshen, IN
6h 23m306.1 mi one way
Crawfordsville, IN
3h 43m169.3 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
With mostly flat terrain and parks like George Rogers Clark National Historical Park, spring offers pleasant driving conditions for day trips.
Summer
The mostly flat terrain and park access make these routes enjoyable for longer drives during the summer months.
Fall
Flat terrain and the availability of parks suggest scenic drives are possible, especially with the changing foliage.
Winter
The mostly flat terrain across these routes should make for manageable drives, even with potential winter weather.
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