Evansville, IN to Marion, IN is 192.6 miles and takes about 3h 39m via I 69, with a fuel budget near $30 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Indiana, traversing the Midwest region for a straightforward, highway-focused journey. Given its relatively short duration and high highway share, it's an ideal candidate for a single-day trip, making it a convenient option for those looking to cover ground efficiently. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, so expect a predictable and generally smooth drive.
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
96.3 miles from Evansville, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 48m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 69
162.4 mi
2h 57m
I 74
19.5 mi
21m
East Lloyd Expressway
4.2 mi
4m
Morristown Road
2.7 mi
6m
North Burkhardt Road
1.3 mi
2m
Morgan Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
North Riley Highway
0.3 mi
<1m
East 425 N
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 162.4 mi, about 2h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Evansville, IN and Marion, 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
Take the exit onto I 74
0.2 mi·24 sec·I 74
Exit 49Toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati, Southeastern AvenueUse the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
19 mi·21 min·I 74
Toward I 74 East, US 421 South: CincinnatiUse the slight right lane.
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi·13 sec
Exit 113Toward SR 9 North: Greenfield, Shelbyville
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·18 sec
16
Turn left onto SR 9
0.3 mi·30 sec·North Riley Highway
17
Turn right onto Morristown Road
146 ft·6 sec·Morristown Road
Use the right lane.
18
Continue on Morristown Road
2.7 mi·6 min·Morristown Road
19
Turn right onto East 425 N
0.2 mi·41 sec·East 425 N
20
Turn left onto North 150 E
0.2 mi·48 sec·North 150 E
21
Arrive at destination
North 150 E
Trip Plan
Since this 192.6-mile trip takes under four hours, you have the flexibility to leave whenever works best for your schedule, though an early start will allow for a relaxed pace. With only one recommended stop and a $30 fuel budget, you won't need extensive planning. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 162.4-mile stretch on I 69, as services can sometimes be spaced out on longer interstate segments. This route is best tackled in one day, so aim to depart with plenty of daylight to spare.
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 96.3 miles from Evansville, IN, or about 1h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 162.4 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 42 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 96.3 miles or 1h 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Marion, 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 192.6 miles and 3h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 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 162.4 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 189.4 — 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
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169.5 mi into trip|~3h 8m in|I 74
Take the exit onto I 74 toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati, Southeastern Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 49
Toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati, Sou...
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169.7 mi into trip|~3h 9m in|I 74
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74 toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati
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188.9 mi into trip|~3h 30m in
Take the exit toward SR 9 North: Greenfield, Shelbyville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 113
Toward SR 9 North: Greenfield, Shelbyville
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189.4 mi into trip|~3h 31m in|Morristown Road
Turn right onto Morristown Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.65 one way
$67.30 round trip
$4.44/gal25.4 MPG avg67 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.80
$36.41
$72.82
premium
$5.37
$40.71
$81.42
diesel
$5.52
$41.88
$83.76
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 67.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-05-25.
EV Charging Along Route
26 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Meijer - Tesla Supercharger
Evansville, IN
Tesla
12 DCFC
College Mall - Tesla Supercharger
Bloomington, IN
Tesla
12 DCFC
Menards Greenwood 3169 (Greenwood, IN)
Greenwood, IN
Electrify America
12 DCFC
Plaza Garage - Tesla Supercharger
Indianapolis, IN
Tesla
12 DCFC
Meijer - Tesla Supercharger
Indianapolis, IN
Tesla
12 DCFC
Mach 1 - Tesla Supercharger
Haubstadt, IN
Tesla
8 DCFC
Huck's - Tesla Supercharger
Washington, IN
Tesla
8 DCFC
Fresh Thyme Farmer’s Market - Tesla Supercharger
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
57.8
0
$20.22
$9.24
Efficient EV
48.2
0
$16.85
$7.70
EV Truck/SUV
77
0
$26.96
$12.33
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
23 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 Jun 3, 2026
Origin
Evansville, IN
Afternoon
in Evansville on Wednesday
Local time
4:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Sunny
ESE 6 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Marion, IN
Evening
in Marion on Wednesday
Local time
5:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Sunny
ESE 7 mph0% chanceLive 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
3 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 39m 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
~49 min detour
Free
near mile 53.1
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 26.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 97% of the route utilizing major interstates. You'll primarily be on I 69, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 162.4 miles. This means you can expect consistent speeds and a predictable driving experience for the bulk of your trip. While there might be brief segments on local roads like East Lloyd Expressway at the beginning, the character remains predominantly that of a high-speed interstate transit.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 162.4 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and I 74. You will hit about 17 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 192.6 miles you will encounter 17 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 169.5 miles (I 74): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 169.7 miles (I 74): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 39m. Total distance: 192.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 162.4 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 Marion, 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 169.5 miles (I 74): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 169.7 miles (I 74): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Marion, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
