Fall Road Trips in Indiana
Routes
30
Avg Distance
399 mi
Avg Drive
7h 36m
Destinations
18
Indiana in the fall offers 30 routes with an average length of 382 miles. Drivers can expect mostly flat terrain, with max elevations around 1054 feet, making for comfortable cruising. EV charging is readily available, with some routes boasting up to 24 DC fast chargers. The drive scores range from 7 to 10, indicating a solid experience across the board.
Fuel snapshot for this state
Regular
$3.94/gal
Diesel: $5.60/gal
Typical trip cost
$45–$352
One-way, ~399 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG
CO₂ per trip
~140 kg
ICE vehicle, one-way average
Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-08-31
Climate through the year: Indiana
Indiana peaks at around 85°F in Jul and cools to 36°F / 21°F in Jan. Wettest month is Jun at ~5 in of rain. Table highlights Fall months.
| Month | High °F | Low °F | Rain in | Snow in |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 36 | 21 | 3.1 | 8.8 |
| Feb | 41 | 24 | 2.4 | 6 |
| Mar | 52 | 33 | 3.7 | 3.2 |
| Apr | 64 | 43 | 4.3 | 0.2 |
| May | 73 | 54 | 4.8 | — |
| Jun | 82 | 63 | 5 | — |
| Jul | 85 | 66 | 4.4 | — |
| Aug | 84 | 65 | 3.2 | — |
| Sep peak | 78 | 57 | 3.1 | — |
| Oct peak | 66 | 46 | 3.2 | 0.1 |
| Nov peak | 52 | 35 | 3.5 | 0.8 |
| Dec | 40 | 26 | 2.9 | 6.4 |
Source: NOAA NCEI Monthly Climate Normals, 1991–2020 reference period. Sampled at the major-airport station for IN — microclimates along specific routes can vary significantly.
Planning Tips
- Check the weather forecast for your route, not just your origin and destination.
- Bring layers for shoulder-season travel — mornings and evenings can be much cooler than midday.
- Indiana routes can vary in condition depending on the time of year. Check for construction zones.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fall Routes
Editor's pick
Indianapolis, IN → Oakland, CA
Through: Rock Island → Omaha Nebraska → Omaha +3 more
This long-haul adventure reaches an impressive 8,407 feet in elevation, offering significant mountain driving. While it lacks park access, the sheer scale of this cross-country trip makes it a standout.
Carmel, IN → Bronx County, NY
Through: Cleveland → Akron
Editor's pick
Fremont, IN → Evansville, IN
With a strong drive score of 8 and excellent EV coverage including 21 DC fast chargers, this predominantly highway route traverses mostly flat terrain. It also features park access, adding natural beauty to the drive.
Editor's pick
Prairie, IN → South Bend, IN
Boasting the highest drive score of 10, this route is a top choice. It features excellent EV coverage with 24 DC fast chargers and includes park access, all while navigating mostly flat terrain.
Evansville, IN → Stony Creek, IN
Bristol, IN → Evansville, IN
Through: Indianapolis
Lagrange, IN → Evansville, IN
Dunlap, IN → Evansville, IN
Through: Indianapolis
Evansville, IN → Hamilton, IN
Granger, IN → Evansville, IN
Through: Indianapolis
Olive, IN → Evansville, IN
Osceola, IN → Evansville, IN
Portage, IN → Boonville, IN
Evansville, IN → Mishawaka, IN
Center, IN → Gary, IN
City of Gary, IN → Newburgh, IN
Wakarusa, IN → Evansville, IN
Evansville, IN → LaPorte, IN
Through: Brookston → Lake Shafer → Lake Freeman
South Bend, IN → Center, IN
South Bend, IN → Evansville, IN
Locke, IN → Evansville, IN
Evansville, IN → Locke, IN
Through: Bremen
Newburgh, IN → South Bend, IN
Evansville, IN → Nappanee, IN
Through: Bremen
Cannelton, IN → Hammond, IN
Evansville, IN → Avilla, IN
Portage, IN → Saint John, IN
Monroeville, IN → Evansville, IN
Evansville, IN → Harlan, IN
Skelton, IN → South Bend, IN