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Trip from Evansville, IN to New Haven, IN

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 31m

Distance

299.2 mi

481 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$47

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 19m ★
6 AM
5h 32m
8 AM
5h 59m
10 AM
5h 41m
12 PM
5h 39m
3 PM
5h 43m
5 PM
5h 57m
8 PM
5h 24m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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county seat of Vanderburgh County, Indiana, United States

Evansville, IN

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city in Indiana

New Haven, IN

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Trip Overview

The drive from Evansville, IN to New Haven, IN covers 299.2 miles and takes about 5h 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 69, Ronald Reagan Expressway, East Lloyd Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 270.8 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $46.78 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

149.6 miles from Evansville, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 46m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 69 270.8 mi 4h 56m
Ronald Reagan Expressway 19.3 mi 20m
East Lloyd Expressway 4.2 mi 4m
SR 930 1.3 mi 1m
North Burkhardt Road 1.3 mi 2m
Morgan Avenue 0.6 mi 1m
Green Street 0.2 mi <1m
South Garvin Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 69 — 270.8 mi, about 4h 56m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Evansville, IN and New Haven, 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 · 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

92 mi · 1 hr 39 min · I 69
15

Take the exit onto Ronald Reagan Expressway

0.3 mi · 29 sec · Ronald Reagan Expressway
Exit 296A Toward I 469 East, US 33 South
16

Merge onto I 469; US 33

19 mi · 20 min · Ronald Reagan Expressway
17

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 41 sec
Exit 19 Toward US 30, SR 930: New Haven, Fort Wayne
18

Turn left onto SR 930

1.3 mi · 1 min · SR 930
19

Turn right onto Green Street

0.2 mi · 41 sec · Green Street
20

Turn left onto Lincoln Highway East

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Lincoln Highway East
21

Turn right

115 ft · 8 sec
22

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

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 149.6 miles from Evansville, IN, or about 2h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 270.8 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 66 miles or 1h 15m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 149.6 miles or 2h 46m 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 32m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Haven, 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 299.2 miles and 5h 31m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 66 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 270.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

person who operates a mill

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Miller, IN

150 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

Bloomington, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 66 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Indianapolis, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 149.6 miles from Evansville, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 270.8 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Kite & Key Cafe on Franklin

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Evansville, Indiana

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+18124010275

Visit website

Wagon Wheel Tavern

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Warren, Indiana

2.5 mi

Ugalde's Family Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Warren, Indiana

2.8 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Honey Moon Coffee Weinbach

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Evansville, Indiana

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 6:45 am–6 pm

+18126023123

Visit website

Honey Moon Coffee West Side

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Evansville, Indiana

3 mi

Kite & Key Cafe on Franklin

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Evansville, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+18124010275

Visit website

Wagon Wheel Tavern

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 256.4

Warren, Indiana

Hours: 9 am–1 pm

+12603759960

Ugalde's Family Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 256.4

Warren, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12603754510

Visit website

10-8 Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Evansville, Indiana

Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm

+18124130129

Pangea Kitchen

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Evansville, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18124012404

Visit website

El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant Beech Grove

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 171

Beech Grove, IN

Hours: 10:30 am–10 pm

+13177552370

Visit website

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 171

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+13178971042

Visit website

Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20

Evansville, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+18124765000

Visit website

Honey Moon Coffee Weinbach

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Evansville, Indiana

Hours: 6:45 am–6 pm

+18126023123

Visit website

Honey Moon Coffee West Side

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10

Evansville, Indiana

Hours: 6:45 am–6 pm

+18124703205

Visit website

Mission Grounds

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10

Evansville, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+18124213808

Visit website

The Hive Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 277.8

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–5:30 pm

+12602409911

Visit website

Honey Moon Coffee Burkhardt

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10

Evansville, Indiana

Hours: 6:45 am–6 pm

+18128932945

Visit website

Waterfield Plaza Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 277.8

Roanoke, Indiana

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+12603126814

Visit website

Evansville Wartime Museum

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour

Evansville, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+18124247461

Visit website

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 297.1 — 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
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
277.9 mi into trip | ~5h 7m in | Ronald Reagan Expressway

Take the exit onto Ronald Reagan Expressway toward I 469 East, US 33 South

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 296A Toward I 469 East, US 33 South
6
297.1 mi into trip | ~5h 28m in

Take the exit toward US 30, SR 930: New Haven, Fort Wayne

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 19 Toward US 30, SR 930: New Haven, Fort Wayne

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$46.78 one way

$93.55 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 105 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $51.36 $102.72
premium $4.89 $57.58 $115.16
diesel $5.61 $66.06 $132.12

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$47

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$72–$97

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 104.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 89.8 1 $31.42 $14.36
Efficient EV 74.8 0 $26.18 $11.97
EV Truck/SUV 119.7 1 $41.89 $19.15

Gas CO2

105 kg

EV CO2

35 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Evansville, IN

Evening in Evansville on Sunday

Local time

8:00 PM

CDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

New Haven, IN

Night in New Haven on Sunday

Local time

9:00 PM

EDT

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

1 hour later

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

25 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 31m 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

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 51.6
View on nps.gov
Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial

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 31
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

299.2 mi in 5h 31m, mostly highway — 270.8 mi of that is on I 69.

99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 270.8 mi on I 69.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and Ronald Reagan Expressway. 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 Effort 5/10

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 299.2 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 0.3 miles (John Street): Navigation decision point; at 181.3 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

About the Cities

Starting in Evansville, IN

Full guide →

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.

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 5h 31m. Total distance: 299.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (99%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 270.8 miles on I 69. 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: 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.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.5 hours each way, a round trip means 11.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at New Haven, 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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