Evansville, IN to Anderson, IN is 209.5 miles and takes about 3h 59m via I 69, with a fuel budget near $33 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, specifically Indiana, making it a straightforward drive. With a high percentage of highway driving, expect a relatively quick transit between these two Hoosier State cities. This is a solid option if you're looking for an efficient way to cover this distance without needing an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
104.8 miles from Evansville, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 57m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 69
196.7 mi
3h 36m
Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
4.3 mi
8m
East Lloyd Expressway
4.2 mi
4m
North Burkhardt Road
1.3 mi
2m
Pendleton Avenue
0.7 mi
1m
Morgan Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
Jackson Street
0.4 mi
<1m
SR 38
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 196.7 mi, about 3h 36m
Traffic on I-465
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 40 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~4,704 veh/hr typical
Quietest
1 AM
~471 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
10×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 47 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 Evansville, IN and Anderson, IN.
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Start on this road
123 ft·13 sec·this road
2
Turn left
332 ft·26 sec
3
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
127 ft·6 sec·East Walnut Street
4
Turn right onto South Garvin Street
0.2 mi·22 sec·South Garvin Street
5
Turn right onto John Street
243 ft·4 sec·John Street
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·31 sec
7
Merge onto SR 62
4.2 mi·4 min·East Lloyd Expressway
8
Turn left onto North Burkhardt Road
1.3 mi·2 min·North Burkhardt Road
9
Turn right onto SR 62
0.6 mi·1 min·Morgan Avenue
10
Turn left
0.4 mi·52 sec
11
Merge onto I 69
162 mi·2 hr 57 min·I 69
Use the straight lane.
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 37Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
18 mi·19 min·I 69
15
Take the exit onto SR 38
0.2 mi·22 sec·SR 38
Exit 222Toward SR 9 South, SR 67 South, SR 38 East: Anderson
16
Turn left onto SR 38
0.7 mi·1 min·Pendleton Avenue
17
Continue on Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
4.3 mi·8 min·Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
18
Continue on West 17th Street
383 ft·10 sec·West 17th Street
19
Keep slight left at fork onto Jackson Street
0.4 mi·52 sec·Jackson Street
20
Arrive at destination
Jackson Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 59m duration, leaving Evansville in the morning or early afternoon is ideal for a same-day arrival in Anderson. The recommended 1 stop suggests a brief pause for fuel or a quick stretch, which is easily manageable within this timeframe. With a fuel cost estimate of $33, you can budget accordingly. Pay attention to your fuel gauge as you near the end of the longest stretch on I 69, as services can sometimes be less frequent in certain sections.
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 104.8 miles from Evansville, IN, or about 1h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 196.7 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 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 104.8 miles or 1h 57m 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 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Anderson, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Evansville, 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 Evansville, IN
This is one driving day of about 209.5 miles and 3h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Evansville, 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 196.7 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 203.8 — 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|East Walnut Street
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|John Street
Turn right onto John Street
Navigation decision point
5
7.1 mi into trip|~11m in|I 69
Merge onto I 69
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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181.3 mi into trip|~3h 22m 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
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203.8 mi into trip|~3h 47m in|SR 38
Take the exit onto SR 38 toward SR 9 South, SR 67 South, SR 38 East: Anderson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 222
Toward SR 9 South, SR 67 South, SR 38 East: And...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.83 one way
$69.66 round trip
$4.22/gal25.4 MPG avg73 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.60
$37.94
$75.88
premium
$5.18
$42.75
$85.50
diesel
$5.35
$44.13
$88.25
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
62.9
0
$22.00
$10.06
Efficient EV
52.4
0
$18.33
$8.38
EV Truck/SUV
83.8
1
$29.33
$13.41
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (66% 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 May 28, 2026
Origin
Evansville, IN
Evening
in Evansville on Wednesday
Local time
6:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Partly Cloudy
NNE 1 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued May 27 at 9:22PM CDT until May 29 at 4:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued May 27 at 10:11PM EDT until May 28 at 8:30AM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
Destination
Anderson, IN
Evening
in Anderson on Wednesday
Local time
7:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Mostly Clear then Patchy Fog
0 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued May 27 at 9:22PM CDT until May 29 at 4:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued May 27 at 10:11PM EDT until May 28 at 8:30AM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
69°F
Nashville, IN
105 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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
7 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
3h 59m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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.
George Rogers Clark National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The British flag would not be raised above Fort Sackville Feb. 25, 1779. At 10 A.M., the garrison surrendered to American Colonel George Rogers Clark. His American army, aided by French residents of t...
20 mi from route
~50 min detour
Free
near mile 50.6
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...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
Free
near mile 28.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is overwhelmingly highway, with 96% of the drive on main roads like I 69. You'll experience a long stretch of 196.7 miles on I 69, which means you can settle in for some consistent cruising. The transition to surface streets like Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard and East Lloyd Expressway happens closer to your destination in Anderson. Expect a steady pace with minimal interruptions for the majority of the trip.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 196.7 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Walnut Street.
Driving Effort6/10
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 209.5 miles you will encounter 13 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: at 0.1 miles (East Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (John Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.1 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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
Anderson is a small city in the Nine-County Region of Indiana, home to a nice downtown and the impressive Paramount Theatre.
The city was named after Chief William "Adam" Anderson who was part Delaware Indian, and platted around 1827. Things were all well and good for the people of Anderson until the second half of the 20th century. Then the keystones of the economy like GM pulled out or started to fold and smiles disappeared off faces pretty fast as empty storefronts popped up.
Be aware that smoking cigarettes indoors is legal in Anderson, and some restaurants do not have enclosed smoking areas.
Top landmarks
•Anderson Bank Building — historic building in Indiana
•Paramount Theatre — theater in Anderson, Indiana
•Anderson High School Wigwam — Sports arena in Indiana, U.S.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 59m. Total distance: 209.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 196.7 miles on I 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 5 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 Anderson, 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 5 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (John Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.1 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Anderson, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
