Evansville, IN to Kouts, IN is 264.3 miles and takes about 5h 44m via US 41, with a fuel budget near $41 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within Indiana, moving from the Midwest region towards the northern part of the state. It's a straightforward trip focused on efficient travel, making it a good option if you need to get from point A to point B without a lot of fuss. Consider this route for a single-day journey where time is a factor.
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
132.1 miles from Evansville, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 52m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 41
157.8 mi
3h 23m
SR 63
63.3 mi
1h 20m
State Road 14
9.5 mi
13m
SR 49
9.3 mi
13m
I 65
8.4 mi
9m
County Road 1200
5 mi
6m
West State Road 10
3.4 mi
4m
West State Road 110
2.5 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
US 41
— 157.8 mi, about 3h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Evansville, IN and Kouts, IN.
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Start on this road
123 ft·13 sec·this road
2
Turn left
332 ft·29 sec
3
Turn left onto East Walnut Street
0.7 mi·1 min·East Walnut Street
4
Turn left onto US 41
53 mi·1 hr 5 min·US 41
5
Take the exit onto US 41; US 150
58 mi·1 hr 17 min·US 41; US 150
Toward US 41 North, US 150: Terre HauteUse the straight lane.
6
Turn straight onto SR 63
63 mi·1 hr 20 min·SR 63
Toward Chicago
7
Continue on US 41
47 mi·59 min·US 41
8
Turn right onto SR 14
9.5 mi·13 min·State Road 14
9
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
10
Merge onto I 65
8.4 mi·9 min·I 65
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Exit 230Toward SR 10: Roselawn, DemotteUse the right lane.
12
Turn right onto SR 10
3.4 mi·4 min·West State Road 10
13
Continue on SR 110
2.5 mi·3 min·West State Road 110
14
Turn left onto US 231
1.6 mi·2 min·Madison Street
15
Continue on US 231
1.4 mi·1 min·County Road 550
16
Turn right onto SR 10
5.0 mi·6 min·County Road 1200
17
Continue on SR 10
0.5 mi·57 sec·Robbins Street
18
Turn left onto SR 49
9.3 mi·13 min·SR 49
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Arrive at destination
SR 49
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 44m duration, starting your drive in the morning from Evansville will allow you to reach Kouts well before sunset. The fuel cost is estimated at $41, so ensure your tank is full before departing, and keep an eye on fuel levels, especially during the 157.8-mile stretch on US 41 where services might be less frequent. While there's only one recommended stop, you can easily complete this route in a single day, offering flexibility for a mid-drive break if needed.
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 132.1 miles from Evansville, IN, or about 2h 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 157.8 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 58 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 132.1 miles or 2h 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kouts, 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 264.3 miles and 5h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 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 US 41 for about 157.8 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 240.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|East Walnut Street
Turn left onto East Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
7
53.5 mi into trip|~1h 7m in|US 41; US 150
Take the exit onto US 41; US 150 toward US 41 North, US 150: Terre Haute
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 41 North, US 150: Terre Haute
4
221.8 mi into trip|~4h 46m in|SR 14 / State Road 14
Turn right onto SR 14 / State Road 14
Navigation decision point
8
240.3 mi into trip|~5h 9m in
Take the exit toward SR 10: Roselawn, Demotte
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 230
Toward SR 10: Roselawn, Demotte
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$41.32 one way
$82.64 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg93 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$45.37
$90.74
premium
$4.89
$50.86
$101.72
diesel
$5.61
$58.35
$116.71
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 92.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
79.3
0
$27.75
$12.69
Efficient EV
66.1
0
$23.13
$10.57
EV Truck/SUV
105.7
1
$37.00
$16.92
Gas CO2
92 kg
EV CO2
31 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 18, 2026
Origin
Evansville, IN
Night
in Evansville on Saturday
Local time
9:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
NW 9 to 14 mph76% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 18 at 4:46AM CDT until April 23 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 18 at 4:46AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Destination
Kouts, IN
Night
in Kouts on Saturday
Local time
9:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
17 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
5h 44m 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.
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...
Lake Michigan's might has influenced Indiana Dunes for millennia. Wind and waves have shaped the land, leaving a rich mosaic of habitats along these 15 miles of Indiana coast. Over 50 miles of trails...
22 mi from route
~56 min detour
$20
near mile 264.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 90% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on US 41, which forms the longest uninterrupted stretch at 157.8 miles. Expect a consistent pace for most of the trip, as the main roads are designed for efficient travel. The profile suggests a highway-focused experience, meaning fewer opportunities for spontaneous detours and more of a direct path.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 157.8 mi on US 41.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 41 and SR 63. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 44m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 53.5 miles (US 41; US 150): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Evansville, IN and Kouts, IN, road signs point toward Chicago and Demotte.
Chicago
111.3 mi in|~2h 25m|via SR 63
Demotte
240.3 mi in|~5h 9m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 44m. Total distance: 264.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 157.8 miles on US 41. 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.
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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 53.5 miles (US 41; US 150): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Indiana Dunes National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.7 hours each way, a round trip means 11.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Kouts, IN before the return drive.
