Origin
Clayton, IN
Morning in Clayton on Sunday
Local time
10:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clayton, IN to Greenwood, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
46m
Distance
31.4 mi
51 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clayton, IN
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Greenwood, IN
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 31.4-mile drive from Clayton to Greenwood, Indiana, is easily manageable within a single day, taking approximately 46 minutes. You'll primarily navigate I-74, South East Street, and West Washington Street, with about 30% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this short trip is around $5, making it an economical option. Given its short distance and duration, this route is perfect for a quick excursion or as part of a larger Midwest adventure. It’s a practical choice for anyone looking to cover ground efficiently without a significant time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 8.9 mi | 10m |
| South East Street | 6.3 mi | 10m |
| West Washington Street | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| West Main Street | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Old National Road | 4 mi | 6m |
| Kentucky Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| US 40 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Main Street West | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 8.9 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clayton, IN and Greenwood, IN.
1
Start on this road
174 ft
·
14 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Michigan Street
166 ft
·
9 sec
·
Michigan Street
3
Turn right onto Pennsylvania Street
250 ft
·
16 sec
·
Pennsylvania Street
4
Turn left onto SR 39
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Kentucky Street
5
Turn slight right onto SR 39
369 ft
·
6 sec
·
Morgan Street
6
Turn left onto US 40
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Old National Road
7
Continue on US 40
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
West Main Street
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 40
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
West Washington Street
Use the left lane.
9
Take the ramp onto US 40
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 40
Toward I 465 South, I 74 East
10
Merge onto I 74; I 465
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
I 74; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 2B
Toward US 31 South: East Street
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn right onto US 31
6.3 mi
·
10 min
·
South East Street
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto Main Street West
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Main Street West
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Arrive at destination
Main Street West
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.7 miles from Clayton, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 24.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Michigan Street
Turn right onto Michigan Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Pennsylvania Street
Turn right onto Pennsylvania Street
Navigation decision point
5
15.5 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
I 74; I 465
Merge onto I 74; I 465
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
24.3 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward US 31 South: East Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 2B
Toward US 31 South: East Street
5
24.6 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
US 31 / South East Street
Turn right onto US 31 / South East Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.91 one way
$9.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.39 | $10.78 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.04 | $12.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.93 | $13.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.30 | $1.51 |
| Efficient EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.75 | $1.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.40 | $2.01 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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.
Destination
Greenwood, IN
Morning in Greenwood on Sunday
Local time
10:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
21 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
46m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive on this route, blending highway speeds with local road conditions. Thirty percent of your travel will be on highways, including an uninterrupted stretch of 8.9 miles on I-74, which offers a chance to pick up some speed. As you transition off the interstate, you'll encounter South East Street and West Washington Street, which will likely involve more varied traffic and slower speeds. This combination means you'll experience different driving dynamics throughout the 46-minute journey, moving from open highway to more urban or suburban settings.
30% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.9 mi on I 74.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Michigan Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 31.4 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Michigan Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Pennsylvania Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.5 miles (I 74; I 465): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 31.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (30%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.9 miles on I 74. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Greenwood, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Michigan Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Pennsylvania Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.5 miles (I 74; I 465): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Greenwood, IN before heading back.
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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