Spanning 121.7 miles across Indiana, this trip between Evansville and Jeffersonville is a manageable journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 54 minutes. Because the route is a turn-heavy local drive, you should plan to treat this as a single-day excursion rather than an overnight affair. With an estimated fuel cost of $17, it remains an economical way to navigate between these two Midwest cities. Since there are no scheduled stops required by the route data, you have the flexibility to make your own pace. Ultimately, this drive is best suited for travelers who prefer local roads over the monotony of major interstates.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
60 miles from Evansville, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 8m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 64
98.8 mi
1h 49m
I 69
11.3 mi
12m
East Lloyd Expressway
4.2 mi
4m
North Burkhardt Road
1.3 mi
2m
Morgan Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
West Court Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
Abraham Lincoln Bridge
0.5 mi
<1m
South Garvin Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 98.8 mi, about 1h 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Evansville, IN and Jeffersonville, 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
11 mi·12 min·I 69
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi·58 sec
Exit 21AToward I 64 East: Louisville
13
Merge onto I 64
92 mi·1 hr 39 min·I 64
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64; US 150
7.1 mi·9 min·I 64; US 150
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.1 mi·15 sec
Exit 5Toward I 65 South, I 65 Toll North: Nashville, IndianapolisUse the slight left / straight lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·59 sec
Toward I 65 Toll North: IndianapolisUse the slight right lane.
17
Merge onto I 65
0.5 mi·45 sec·Abraham Lincoln Bridge
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward Court Avenue, 6th Street
19
Turn right onto West Court Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·West Court Avenue
20
Turn left onto Walnut Street
221 ft·11 sec·Walnut Street
21
Turn right
204 ft·20 sec
22
Turn left
131 ft·11 sec
23
Turn right
212 ft·17 sec
24
At end of road, turn right onto Watt Street
96 ft·4 sec·Watt Street
25
Arrive at destination
Watt Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy drive, give yourself ample time to navigate local intersections rather than rushing through the 121.7-mile distance. You should budget approximately $17 for fuel before heading out, as the constant stop-and-go nature of local roads can impact your efficiency. Because there are no designated stops on this path, pack your own refreshments and plan your breaks in advance to keep your energy up. A smart tip for this specific route is to stay alert at every turn, as the lack of highway miles means you will be navigating local streets for the duration of the 1 hour and 54 minute trip.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 60 miles from Evansville, IN, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.8 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 26 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60 miles or 1h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jeffersonville, 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 119.9 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Evansville, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 98.8 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 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 117.9 — 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
6
110.7 mi into trip|~2h 3m in|I 64; US 150
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64; US 150
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
117.8 mi into trip|~2h 13m in
Take the exit toward I 65 South, I 65 Toll North: Nashville, Indianapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 5
Toward I 65 South, I 65 Toll North: Nashville,...
7
117.9 mi into trip|~2h 13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 65 Toll North: Indianapolis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 65 Toll North: Indianapolis
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.74 one way
$37.49 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg42 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$20.58
$41.16
premium
$4.89
$23.07
$46.15
diesel
$5.61
$26.47
$52.94
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
36
0
$12.59
$5.76
Efficient EV
30
0
$10.49
$4.80
EV Truck/SUV
48
0
$16.79
$7.67
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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 Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Evansville, IN
Morning
in Evansville on Sunday
Local time
9:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Jeffersonville, IN
Morning
in Jeffersonville on Sunday
Local time
10:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 19m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a technical driving experience, as this route relies entirely on local streets like East Walnut Street, South Garvin Street, and John Street. With 0% of the drive occurring on highways, you will be navigating constant turns rather than cruising at high speeds. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on East Walnut Street, emphasizing the frequent adjustments you will need to make behind the wheel. This is not a route for those looking to zone out on a straightaway; instead, it demands your full attention as you transition through the local road network.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 98.8 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 69. 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 East Walnut 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 22 significant decision points across 119.9 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 (East Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (John Street): Navigation decision point; at 110.7 miles (I 64; US 150): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 19m. Total distance: 119.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 98.8 miles on I 64. 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 Jeffersonville, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
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 110.7 miles (I 64; US 150): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jeffersonville, IN before heading back.
