This 207.6-mile drive from Aurora to Evansville, Indiana, is a straightforward Midwest journey that can comfortably be completed in about 4 hours and 19 minutes. It's an ideal one-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. The route primarily utilizes major interstates, with I-64, I-71, and I-69 forming the backbone of your journey. You can expect a fuel cost of approximately $32 for this drive. The overall feel is that of a functional, highway-focused transit across the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
103.8 miles from Aurora, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 22m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 64
92.1 mi
1h 39m
I 71
45.2 mi
48m
I 69
10.6 mi
11m
SR 156
7.5 mi
13m
State Road 56
6.9 mi
12m
I 265
6.9 mi
8m
Lewis and Clark Bridge
6.1 mi
7m
KY 1039
5.5 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 92.1 mi, about 1h 39m
Traffic on I-64
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 18 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~769 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,048
Quietest
1 AM
~84 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aurora, IN and Evansville, IN.
1
Start on this road
61 ft·9 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto Mechanic Street
263 ft·13 sec·Mechanic Street
3
Turn right onto SR 56
0.2 mi·22 sec·Importing Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on SR 56
0.1 mi·18 sec·Judiciary Street
5
Turn left onto SR 56
286 ft·5 sec·3rd Street
6
Continue on SR 56
0.1 mi·12 sec·Water Street
7
Continue on SR 56
1.1 mi·1 min·Decatur Street
8
Continue on SR 56
6.9 mi·12 min·State Road 56
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn left onto SR 56
474 ft·13 sec·Main Street
10
Turn right onto SR 56
2.6 mi·4 min·Walnut Street
Use the right lane.
11
Turn straight onto SR 156
2.1 mi·3 min·SR 156
12
Turn right onto North Branch Road
2.8 mi·6 min·North Branch Road
13
Continue on Searcy Ridge Road
3.0 mi·7 min·Searcy Ridge Road
14
Turn sharp right onto Wade Hill Road
2.2 mi·5 min·Wade Hill Road
15
Turn right onto SR 156
5.4 mi·9 min·SR 156
16
Turn right onto SR 101
0.4 mi·45 sec·SR 101
Use the right lane.
17
Continue on KY 1039
0.9 mi·1 min·KY 1039
18
Continue on this road
0.9 mi·1 min·this road
19
Turn straight onto KY 1039
4.5 mi·6 min·KY 1039
20
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·57 sec
Toward I 71 South: LouisvilleUse the right lane.
21
Merge onto I 71
45 mi·48 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.1 mi·17 sec
Toward KY 841 North
23
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward KY 841 North
24
Merge onto KY 841
3.0 mi·3 min·Gene Snyder Freeway
25
Continue on KY 841
6.1 mi·7 min·Lewis and Clark Bridge
26
Continue on SR 265; SR 62
0.8 mi·57 sec·SR 265; SR 62
27
Continue on I 265; SR 62
6.4 mi·7 min·I 265; SR 62
28
Continue on I 265; SR 62
0.5 mi·54 sec·I 265; SR 62
Toward I 64 West, SR 62 West: Saint Louis
29
Merge onto I 64; US 150; SR 62
1.7 mi·2 min·I 64; US 150; SR 62
30
Continue on I 64; SR 62
90 mi·1 hr 37 min·I 64; SR 62
31
Take the exit
0.3 mi·49 sec
Exit 29AToward I 69 South, SR 57 South: Evansville, Henderson, KentuckyUse the slight right lane.
32
Merge onto I 69; SR 57
11 mi·11 min·I 69; SR 57
33
Take the exit
0.4 mi·39 sec
Exit 10Toward Lynch Road
34
Turn slight right
153 ft·4 sec
35
Turn straight onto Lynch Road
498 ft·15 sec·Lynch Road
36
Turn left onto North Burkhardt Road
2.5 mi·4 min·North Burkhardt Road
37
Turn right onto SR 66
3.9 mi·4 min·East Lloyd Expressway
38
Take the exit
0.2 mi·36 sec
Toward US 41 South
39
Merge onto US 41; SR 66
0.3 mi·33 sec·US 41; SR 66
40
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
0.7 mi·1 min·East Walnut Street
41
Turn right
332 ft·25 sec
42
At end of road, turn right
123 ft·9 sec
43
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 4-hour duration, starting your trip in the morning from Aurora will get you to Evansville with plenty of daylight to spare. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing yourself. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 92.1 miles on I-64, as services can be more spread out on interstates. The $32 fuel cost is a reasonable budget for this single-day excursion across Indiana.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 103.8 miles from Aurora, IN, or about 2h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 92.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 46 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103.8 miles or 2h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Evansville, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Aurora, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Aurora, IN
This is one driving day of about 207.6 miles and 4h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Aurora, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 92.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 25
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 188.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|SR 56 / Importing Street
Turn right onto SR 56 / Importing Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|SR 56 / 3rd Street
Turn left onto SR 56 / 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
6
8.7 mi into trip|~15m in|SR 56 / Walnut Street
Turn right onto SR 56 / Walnut Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
19.1 mi into trip|~38m in|Wade Hill Road
Turn sharp right onto Wade Hill Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
8
188.7 mi into trip|~3h 53m in
Take the exit toward I 69 South, SR 57 South: Evansville, Henderson, Kentucky
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 29A
Toward I 69 South, SR 57 South: Evansville, Hen...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.66 one way
$61.32 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg73 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$33.85
$67.69
premium
$4.72
$38.54
$77.09
diesel
$4.80
$39.20
$78.40
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
62.3
0
$21.80
$9.96
Efficient EV
51.9
0
$18.17
$8.30
EV Truck/SUV
83
1
$29.06
$13.29
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Aurora, IN
Morning
in Aurora on Sunday
Local time
7:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Areas Of Smoke then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
SW 0 to 3 mph67% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 6:13AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Destination
Evansville, IN
Morning
in Evansville on Sunday
Local time
6:05 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Partly Cloudy
0 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 6:13AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
16 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 19m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial
National Memorial
Abraham Lincoln grew from youth to manhood on this southern Indiana soil. Many character and moral traits of one of the world's most respected leaders was formed and nurtured here. Explore Lincoln's b...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 164.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive that is 85% highway, meaning you'll be spending most of your time on well-maintained interstates. This route features a significant uninterrupted stretch of 92.1 miles on I-64, so be prepared for longer periods of steady driving. While it's a highway-focused profile, the transitions between I-71, I-64, and I-69 will keep the journey dynamic enough. The character is predominantly that of efficient travel across Indiana's landscape.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
43 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 92.1 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and I 71. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near SR 56 / Importing Street.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 207.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 56 / Importing Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (SR 56 / 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.7 miles (SR 56 / Walnut Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
856 ft383 ft
Total Climb
1,340 ft
Total Descent
1,444 ft
Highest Point
856 ft
~59.3 mi in
Elevation Range
474 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Aurora, IN and Evansville, IN, road signs point toward Henderson and Kentucky.
Evansville is the largest city in Southern Indiana and the third-largest city in the state. It is the county seat of Vanderburgh County and the regional hub for the Indiana, Kentucky, and Illinois tri-state area. In 2010, the city had a population of 117,000. In 2008 the Evansville metropolitan area was home to 350,000 people.
Top landmarks
•University of Evansville — private university in Evansville, Indiana, United States
•USS LST-325 — 1942 LST-1-class tank landing ship, later converted to a museum ship
•Masonic Temple — Masonic temple in Evansville, Indiana, USA
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 19m. Total distance: 207.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 92.1 miles on I 64. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 10 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Evansville, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 10 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 56 / Importing Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (SR 56 / 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.7 miles (SR 56 / Walnut Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Evansville, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
