Origin
Fayette, IN
Late night in Fayette on Sunday
Local time
3:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fayette, IN to Utah, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 26m
Distance
116.6 mi
188 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 17m
★
6 AM
2h 27m
8 AM
2h 46m
10 AM
2h 34m
12 PM
2h 32m
3 PM
2h 35m
5 PM
2h 45m
8 PM
2h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fayette, IN
Kwami Heude Izawaki
Utah, IN
Airam Dato-on
Trip Overview
Fayette, IN to Utah, IN is 116.6 miles and takes about 2h 26m via I 74, SR 48, and SR 101, with a fuel budget near $18 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest, specifically Indiana, making it a straightforward, same-day trip without crossing state lines. You'll primarily be on interstate highways, so expect a consistent pace. This route is a good option if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two points without a lot of fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
58.3 miles from Fayette, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 89.4 mi | 1h 39m |
| SR 48 | 10.1 mi | 17m |
| SR 101 | 6.2 mi | 9m |
| SR 148 | 5.1 mi | 9m |
| State Road 267 | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| North Green Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Green Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| George Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 89.4 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fayette, IN and Utah, IN.
1
Start on 750 South
146 ft
·
9 sec
·
750 South
2
Turn left onto State Road 267
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
State Road 267
3
Continue on 267
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Green Street
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
5
Merge onto I 74
27 mi
·
31 min
·
I 74
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit onto I 74
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
I 74
Exit 49
Toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati, Southeastern Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
62 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
I 74
Toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati
Use the slight right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 156
Toward SR 101: Sunman, Milan
9
Turn right onto SR 101
6.2 mi
·
9 min
·
SR 101
10
Turn left onto SR 48
10 mi
·
17 min
·
SR 48
11
Turn right onto SR 148
5.1 mi
·
9 min
·
SR 148
Use the right lane.
12
Turn right onto US 50
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Green Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto George Street
468 ft
·
24 sec
·
George Street
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
George Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 26 minutes, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. You could depart anytime in the morning or afternoon and still have ample time to reach your destination comfortably. There are no designated stops mentioned, so you have flexibility in deciding when and if to pull over. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 89.4-mile stretch on I 74, and plan your refueling accordingly to avoid any delays.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 58.3 miles from Fayette, IN, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.4 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 26 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.3 miles or 1h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Utah, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Fayette, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Fayette, IN
This is one driving day of about 116.6 miles and 2h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Fayette, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 74 for about 89.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 58.3 miles from Fayette, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 74 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 89.4 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 5.3 and 111.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
5.3 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 74
Merge onto I 74
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
32.3 mi into trip
|
~40m 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...
8
32.5 mi into trip
|
~41m 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
6
94.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
Take the exit toward SR 101: Sunman, Milan
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 156
Toward SR 101: Sunman, Milan
5
111.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 16m in
|
SR 148
Turn right onto SR 148
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.23 one way
$36.46 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.01 | $40.03 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.44 | $44.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.74 | $51.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35 | 0 | $12.24 | $5.60 |
| Efficient EV | 29.2 | 0 | $10.20 | $4.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.6 | 0 | $16.32 | $7.46 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Destination
Utah, IN
Late night in Utah on Sunday
Local time
3:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Hope, IN
58 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 26m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is heavily focused on highway travel, with 95% of the route utilizing major roads like I 74. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 89.4 miles on I 74, suggesting a consistent, high-speed journey for a significant portion of your trip. While the profile is highway-focused, the inclusion of SR 48 and SR 101 indicates you might encounter slightly different road conditions for brief periods. Overall, anticipate a driving experience characterized by efficiency and straightforward navigation.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 89.4 mi on I 74.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and SR 48. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.3 miles in near I 74.
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 116.6 miles you will encounter 11 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 5.3 miles (I 74): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.3 miles (I 74): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.5 miles (I 74): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Fayette, IN to Utah, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Milan along the way.
Milan
94.7 mi in
|
~1h 48m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 26m. Total distance: 116.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 89.4 miles on I 74. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: at 5.3 miles (I 74): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.3 miles (I 74): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.5 miles (I 74): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Utah, IN before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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