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Trip from Charlestown, IN to Concord, IN

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 49m

Distance

244.4 mi

393 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$38

one way

EV Charging

Sparse

1 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 36m ★
6 AM
4h 49m
8 AM
5h 16m
10 AM
4h 59m
12 PM
4h 56m
3 PM
5h 0m
5 PM
5h 15m
8 PM
4h 41m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Clark County, Indiana, United States

Charlestown, IN

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Downtown Concord, IN, IN

Concord, IN

Michiel Meurs

Trip Overview

This 246.4-mile journey from Charlestown, IN to Concord, IN will take approximately 4 hours and 1 minute to complete. Designed as a single-day adventure, this route is budget-friendly with an estimated fuel cost of $37. You'll navigate a mix of local roads and I-65 North, with no highway driving percentage, suggesting a more direct, less highway-dependent experience. The drive is characterized by its turn-heavy local segments, making it a engaging option for those who prefer a more involved driving experience. Given its manageable duration and distance, it’s a perfect candidate for a day trip within the Midwest region.

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

122.2 miles from Charlestown, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 23m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 69 130 mi 2h 23m
I 65 83.2 mi 1h 29m
Leo Road 13.5 mi 20m
County Road 160 8.4 mi 14m
South Emerson Avenue 2.5 mi 4m
County Road 56 2 mi 7m
East Dupont Road 1.4 mi 2m
County Road 59 0.7 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 69 — 130 mi, about 2h 23m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Charlestown, IN and Concord, IN.

1

Start on County Road 403

427 ft · 10 sec · County Road 403
2

Turn right onto County Road 160

8.4 mi · 14 min · County Road 160
3

Continue on SR 160

0.5 mi · 50 sec · SR 160
4

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
5

Merge onto I 65

83 mi · 1 hr 29 min · I 65
6

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 47 sec
Exit 103 Toward Southport Road Use the slight right lane.
7

Turn slight right

176 ft · 4 sec
8

Turn straight onto East Southport Road

0.2 mi · 26 sec · East Southport Road
9

Turn left onto South Emerson Avenue

2.5 mi · 4 min · South Emerson Avenue
Use the left lane.
10

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 58 sec
11

Merge onto I 69; I 74; I 465

2.3 mi · 2 min · I 69; I 74; I 465
12

Continue on I 69; I 465

12 mi · 13 min · I 69; I 465
13

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69

4.2 mi · 5 min · I 69
Exit 37 Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
14

Keep slight left at fork onto I 69

111 mi · 2 hr · I 69
Use the straight lane.
15

Keep slight left at fork onto I 69

0.8 mi · 53 sec · I 69
16

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 14 sec
Exit 316 Toward SR 1 North: Dupont Road
17

Keep slight right at fork

351 ft · 10 sec
18

Turn straight onto SR 1

1.4 mi · 2 min · East Dupont Road
19

Continue on SR 1

3.1 mi · 4 min · Leo Road
20

Continue on SR 1

0.3 mi · 29 sec · Saint Joseph Street
21

Continue on SR 1

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Main Street
22

Continue on SR 1

1.3 mi · 1 min · Leo Road
23

Continue on SR 1

0.1 mi · 10 sec · Center Street
24

Continue on SR 1

9.1 mi · 13 min · Leo Road
25

Continue on CR 59

0.7 mi · 1 min · County Road 59
26

Turn left onto CR 56

2.0 mi · 7 min · County Road 56
27

At end of road, turn left onto CR 51

181 ft · 8 sec · County Road 51
28

Arrive at destination

CR 51

Trip Plan

With a total duration of just over 4 hours, this 246.4-mile trip from Charlestown to Concord is easily accomplished in a single day. Aim for an early morning departure to maximize your daylight hours and allow ample time for the numerous turns characteristic of this route. While there's only one stop suggested, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially when on local roads where stations might be less frequent than on major highways. The estimated fuel cost of $37 is quite reasonable, but it's always wise to top off before heading into less populated areas. Pay close attention to signage for County Road 160 and Southport Road, as these will be key to navigating the "turn-heavy local drive" segments.

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 122.2 miles from Charlestown, IN, or about 2h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 130 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 54 miles or 1h 4m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 122.2 miles or 2h 23m 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 47m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Concord, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Charlestown, 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 Charlestown, IN

This is one driving day of about 244.4 miles and 4h 49m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Charlestown, 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 69 for about 130 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Marion County, Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lawrence, IN

122 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Nebraska, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fishers, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 122.2 miles from Charlestown, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 130 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Yamato Japanese Steak House

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Charlestown, Indiana

Near the start, right off the route

0 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+18127969129

Visit website

San Pedro Mexican Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Charlestown, Indiana

0.3 mi

Lebrang Food Mart "The Indian Restaurant"

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Charlestown, Indiana

0.9 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Charlestown Coffee & Cream

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Charlestown, Indiana

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+18127961186

Visit website

The Hive Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fort Wayne, Indiana

1.9 mi

The Light House coffee bar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fort Wayne, Indiana

1.9 mi

Yamato Japanese Steak House

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0 mi from route $10 to $20

Charlestown, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+18127969129

Visit website

San Pedro Mexican Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Charlestown, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+18122563766

Visit website

Lebrang Food Mart "The Indian Restaurant"

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Charlestown, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18127961138

Visit website

Parkview Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 227

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777748632

Visit website

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 104.8

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+13178971042

Visit website

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 17.5

Scottsburg, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+18127529346

Visit website

Puerto Vallarta Mexican Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 17.5

Scottsburg, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18122000041

Visit website

Oaken Barrel Brewing Company

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 87.3

Greenwood, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13178872287

Visit website

Charlestown Coffee & Cream

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Charlestown, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+18127961186

Visit website

The Hive Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 209.5

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–5:30 pm

+12602409911

Visit website

The Light House coffee bar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 227

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+12604333710

Visit website

Five Lakes Coffee

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 209.5

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 5:30 am–7 pm

+12602220366

Visit website

The Green Bean Coffee Bar

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 227

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–12:30 pm

Visit website

Black Forest Cat Café

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 227

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 9:30 am–6 pm

+12604982988

Visit website

A Divine Encounter Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 227

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+12604832233

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 209.5

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Mississinewa 1812

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 174.6

Marion, Indiana

+17656139248

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 92.5 and 226 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
92.5 mi into trip | ~1h 45m in

Take the exit toward Southport Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 103 Toward Southport Road
6
93 mi into trip | ~1h 47m in | South Emerson Avenue

Turn left onto South Emerson Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
110 mi into trip | ~2h 8m in | I 69

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Exit 37 Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
6
114.3 mi into trip | ~2h 14m in | I 69

Keep slight left at fork onto I 69

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
5
226 mi into trip | ~4h 15m in

Take the exit toward SR 1 North: Dupont Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 316 Toward SR 1 North: Dupont Road

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$38.21 one way

$76.42 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 86 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $41.95 $83.90
premium $4.89 $47.03 $94.07
diesel $5.61 $53.96 $107.92

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$38

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$63–$88

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 85.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 73.3 0 $25.66 $11.73
Efficient EV 61.1 0 $21.38 $9.78
EV Truck/SUV 97.8 1 $34.22 $15.64

Gas CO2

86 kg

EV CO2

29 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Charlestown, IN

Morning in Charlestown on Sunday

Local time

11:12 AM

EDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Concord, IN

Morning in Concord on Sunday

Local time

11:12 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

73°F

Lawrence, IN

122 mi in

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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

28 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 49m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" for most of this 246.4-mile route, with a 0% highway share. This means you'll be actively managing turns and transitions frequently, rather than cruising on long, uninterrupted highway stretches. The drive progresses through various local roads, including County Road 160 and Southport Road, before joining I-65 North for a portion. While there isn't a defined longest stretch provided, the profile strongly indicates that constant engagement with road changes will be the norm, making it feel more like a scenic tour than a high-speed transit.

87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 130 mi on I 69.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and I 65. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 92.5 miles in.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 244.4 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 92.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 93 miles (South Emerson Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 110 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 49m. Total distance: 244.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 130 miles on I 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Concord, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 92.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 93 miles (South Emerson Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 110 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Concord, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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