Pendleton, IN Road Trips
Sitting in the Midwest, Pendleton, IN is a local road trip base with 8 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. Most drives stay under 128 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Pendleton, IN spread mainly south and west, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
8
Longest Drive
202.6 mi
Evansville, IN
Quickest Drive
55m
Greenwood, IN
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Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Pendleton, IN
Pendleton, IN to Evansville, IN
Pendleton, IN to Hammond, IN
Pendleton, IN to Portage, IN
Pendleton, IN to Jeffersonville, IN
Pendleton, IN to Terre Haute, IN
Pendleton, IN to Fort Wayne, IN
Pendleton, IN to Lafayette, IN
Pendleton, IN to Greenwood, IN
Driving from Pendleton, IN
Expect an average of 128 miles and about 2h 27m behind the wheel when leaving Pendleton, IN. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 203 miles (3h 48m), while the shortest is just 43 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Pendleton, IN most often head toward Evansville, IN (202.6 mi, 3h 48m), Hammond, IN (177.5 mi, 3h 22m), Portage, IN (173.9 mi, 3h 19m), Jeffersonville, IN (142.2 mi, 2h 43m), and Terre Haute, IN (108.9 mi, 2h 12m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
For the average 128-mile drive from Pendleton, IN, expect to burn about 5 gallons of fuel one way at 25 MPG. Check local pump prices before you go to lock in your budget.
The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 8 mapped routes leaving Pendleton, IN and 0 routes heading into Pendleton, IN, covering 8 total connections. Distances range from 43 to 203 miles.
The longest mapped route from Pendleton, IN covers 203 miles and takes approximately 3h 48m. Shorter options start at just 43 miles.
The average route from Pendleton, IN runs about 128 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 27m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
The most popular road trip destinations from Pendleton, IN include Evansville, IN, Hammond, IN, Portage, IN and Jeffersonville, IN. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Pendleton, IN by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
5,115
Median Income
$87,971
Median Home Value
$236,200
Median Age
39.0
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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