Evansville, IN to Veedersburg, IN is 160.7 miles and takes about 3h 40m via US 41, with a fuel budget near $28 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Indiana, taking you through the heart of the Midwest. It's a straightforward drive that's easy to complete in a single day, making it a practical option for moving between these two points. You'll spend nearly all your time on highways, so expect a consistent pace for the majority of the trip. Consider this route if you're looking for minimal complexity and a direct path.
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
80.4 miles from Evansville, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 44m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 41
158.9 mi
3h 36m
West 2nd Street
1 mi
2m
East Walnut Street
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
US 41
— 158.9 mi, about 3h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Evansville, IN and Veedersburg, 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 US 41
48 mi·1 hr 12 min·US 41
7
Turn left onto US 136
1.0 mi·2 min·West 2nd Street
Use the left lane.
8
Arrive at destination
US 136
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 40m duration, leaving Evansville in the morning should get you to Veedersburg with plenty of daylight to spare. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $28, this is a manageable one-day trip. Plan to fill up your tank before you depart to ensure you have enough fuel, as the longest stretch on US 41 is over 150 miles. The high highway share means you'll maintain a steady speed, so be mindful of your speed limits, especially as you transition off US 41 near Veedersburg.
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 80.4 miles from Evansville, IN, or about 1h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 158.9 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 35 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.4 miles or 1h 44m 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 Veedersburg, 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 160.7 miles and 3h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 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 158.9 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
4 of 4
4 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 159.7 — 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
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|East Walnut Street
Turn left onto East Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
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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
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159.7 mi into trip|~3h 37m in|US 136 / West 2nd Street
Turn left onto US 136 / West 2nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.72 one way
$53.44 round trip
$4.22/gal25.4 MPG avg56 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.60
$29.10
$58.21
premium
$5.18
$32.79
$65.58
diesel
$5.35
$33.85
$67.70
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
48.2
0
$16.87
$7.71
Efficient EV
40.2
0
$14.06
$6.43
EV Truck/SUV
64.3
0
$22.50
$10.28
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 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 May 30, 2026
Origin
Evansville, IN
Afternoon
in Evansville on Wednesday
Local time
4:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Partly Sunny
ENE 8 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued May 30 at 1:40PM EDT until May 31 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued May 30 at 1:40PM EDT until June 2 at 6:17AM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
Destination
Veedersburg, IN
Evening
in Veedersburg on Wednesday
Local time
5:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Partly Cloudy
E 7 to 12 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued May 30 at 1:40PM EDT until May 31 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued May 30 at 1:40PM EDT until June 2 at 6:17AM EDT by NWS Indianapolis 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
31 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 40m 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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is almost entirely highway, with 99% of the 160.7 miles on high-speed roads. You'll be on US 41 for the longest stretch of 158.9 miles. Expect to see a high density of exits and merges for a significant portion of your travel time, as is typical for such an extensive highway segment. The route transitions to surface streets like West 2nd Street and East Walnut Street as you approach Veedersburg.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 158.9 mi on US 41.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 41 and West 2nd Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Evansville, IN to Veedersburg, IN is easy. At 3h 40m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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.
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
The longest stretch is about 158.9 miles on US 41. 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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. 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 Veedersburg, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
