Rest area
0.1 mi from route
Trip from Evansville, IN to Lagrange, IN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 27m
Distance
336.2 mi
541 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 15m
★
6 AM
6h 28m
8 AM
6h 53m
10 AM
6h 36m
12 PM
6h 34m
3 PM
6h 38m
5 PM
6h 51m
8 PM
6h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Evansville, IN
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Lagrange, IN
Michael Goddard
Trip Overview
Evansville, IN to Lagrange, IN is 336.2 miles and takes about 6h 27m via I 69 and SR 9, with a fuel budget near $53 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Indiana, connecting two points in the Midwest. It's a straightforward trip, mostly on major highways, making it a practical choice for a single-day journey. You'll find it's a simple way to get from one side of the state to the other without much complication.
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
168.1 miles from Evansville, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 7m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 285.6 mi | 5h 12m |
| SR 9 | 14.2 mi | 21m |
| Lima Road | 13.5 mi | 19m |
| SR 3 | 11.1 mi | 14m |
| East Lloyd Expressway | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| County Road 700 North | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| West North Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| North Burkhardt Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 285.6 mi, about 5h 12m
Traffic on I-69
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 136 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,672 veh/hr typical · worst 3,174
Quietest
2 AM
~208 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
12.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 105 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 Lagrange, IN.
1
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
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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 37
Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
107 mi
·
1 hr 55 min
·
I 69
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 311B
Toward SR 3 North: Lima Road
Use the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto US 27
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Lima Road
17
Continue on SR 3
11 mi
·
14 min
·
SR 3
18
Turn left onto US 6
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
West North Street
19
Continue on US 6
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 700 North
20
Turn right onto SR 9
14 mi
·
21 min
·
SR 9
21
Turn right onto US 20
352 ft
·
15 sec
·
US 20
22
Turn left onto South Poplar Street
105 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Poplar Street
23
Arrive at destination
South Poplar Street
Trip Plan
Given the 6h 27m duration, leaving Evansville in the morning should allow you to reach Lagrange with plenty of daylight to spare. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in planning your breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the long 285.6-mile stretch on I 69, as services can be spaced out on interstates. The fuel cost estimate is around $53, so budget accordingly. A good tip for this route is to check traffic conditions around Indianapolis before you depart, as that's a major urban area you'll pass through.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 168.1 miles from Evansville, IN, or about 3h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 285.6 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 74 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 168.1 miles or 3h 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lagrange, 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 336.2 miles and 6h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 74 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 285.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
168 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 74 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 168.1 miles from Evansville, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 285.6 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Mr. Fuel Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.3 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
Speedco Indianapolis
0.4 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 292.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Walnut Street
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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John Street
Turn right onto John Street
Navigation decision point
6
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
6
185.5 mi into trip
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~3h 28m in
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I 69
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
292.6 mi into trip
|
~5h 24m in
Take the exit toward SR 3 North: Lima Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 311B
Toward SR 3 North: Lima Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$56.08 one way
$112.16 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
118 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $60.95 | $121.91 |
| premium | $5.26 | $69.61 | $139.22 |
| diesel | $6.18 | $81.79 | $163.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$56
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 117.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 100.9 | 1 | $35.30 | $16.14 |
| Efficient EV | 84.1 | 0 | $29.42 | $13.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 134.5 | 1 | $47.07 | $21.52 |
Gas CO2
118 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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.
Origin
Evansville, IN
Late night in Evansville on Saturday
Local time
5:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Mostly Cloudy
WNW 8 to 16 mph
13% chance
Live forecast
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued October 16 at 1:30PM EDT until October 18 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued October 16 at 9:23AM CDT until October 16 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Destination
Lagrange, IN
Morning in Lagrange on Saturday
Local time
6:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Rain Showers
NW 15 mph
75% chance
Live forecast
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued October 16 at 1:30PM EDT until October 18 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued October 16 at 9:23AM CDT until October 16 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
44°F
Pendleton, IN
168 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
1 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
6h 27m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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
~51 min detour
Free
near mile 46.4
View on nps.gov
Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial
National Memorial
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...
26 mi from route
~65 min detour
Free
near mile 34.8
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is 94% highway, meaning you'll spend most of your time on fast-paced roads. The longest continuous stretch on I 69 covers 285.6 miles. You'll transition to surface roads like Lima Road and SR 9 later in the drive. Expect a lot of exits and entrances as you navigate the highway portions, which is typical for a route with such a high highway share.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 285.6 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and SR 9. You will hit about 16 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 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 336.2 miles you will encounter 16 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 181.3 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
977 ft
383 ft
Total Climb
817 ft
Total Descent
267 ft
Highest Point
977 ft
~312.2 mi in
Elevation Range
595 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Evansville, IN
Full guide →Founded 1817
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
Arriving in Lagrange, IN
Full guide →City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 27m. Total distance: 336.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 27m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 285.6 miles on I 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 13 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 Lagrange, 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 13 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 181.3 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.5 hours each way, a round trip means 12.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Lagrange, IN before the return drive.
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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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