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Trip from Garrett, IN to Jeffersonville, IN

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 43m

Distance

252.1 mi

406 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$39

one way

EV Charging

Sparse

1 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 30m ★
6 AM
4h 44m
8 AM
5h 10m
10 AM
4h 53m
12 PM
4h 50m
3 PM
4h 54m
5 PM
5h 9m
8 PM
4h 35m

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

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human settlement in DeKalb County, Indiana, United States of America

Garrett, IN

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city in Clark County, Indiana, United States

Jeffersonville, IN

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Trip Overview

This 253.9-mile journey from Garrett, Indiana, to Jeffersonville, Indiana, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 54 minutes to complete. You'll navigate primarily on local roads, with a brief stint on I-465 South, making for a turn-heavy driving experience. With a projected fuel cost of around $39, this route offers a straightforward trip through the Midwest. Plan for one stop along the way to break up the drive. Its local road focus suggests a more intimate travel experience compared to interstate travel.

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

126.1 miles from Garrett, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 19m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 69 140.7 mi 2h 34m
I 65 100.8 mi 1h 48m
South Emerson Avenue 2.6 mi 4m
County Road 56 2.1 mi 3m
South Randolph Street 1.9 mi 2m
US 31 0.7 mi 1m
East Southport Road 0.5 mi <1m
County Road 11A 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 69 — 140.7 mi, about 2h 34m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Garrett, IN and Jeffersonville, IN.

1

Start on SR 327

1.9 mi · 2 min · South Randolph Street
2

Turn left onto CR 56

2.1 mi · 3 min · County Road 56
3

Continue on CR 11A

0.4 mi · 46 sec · County Road 11A
4

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 30 sec
5

Merge onto I 69

124 mi · 2 hr 15 min · I 69
Use the straight lane.
6

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69

1.0 mi · 1 min · I 69
Use the slight right lane.
7

Continue on I 69

15 mi · 18 min · I 69
Exit 200 Toward I 465 South, I 69 South Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Exit 52 Toward Emerson Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10

Turn straight onto South Emerson Avenue

2.6 mi · 4 min · South Emerson Avenue
Use the straight lane.
11

Turn right onto East Southport Road

0.5 mi · 52 sec · East Southport Road
12

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 43 sec
13

Merge onto I 65

101 mi · 1 hr 48 min · I 65
14

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec
Exit 1 Toward US 31 South: Jeffersonville, Clarksville
15

Turn straight onto US 31

0.7 mi · 1 min · US 31
16

Turn slight right

0.5 mi · 1 min
17

Continue on East 10th Street

419 ft · 12 sec · East 10th Street
18

Turn right onto Wall Street

0.2 mi · 38 sec · Wall Street
19

Turn left onto East 8th Street

0.2 mi · 32 sec · East 8th Street
20

Turn right onto Watt Street

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Watt Street
21

Arrive at destination

Watt Street

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour 54-minute duration and local road nature of this 253.9-mile route, leaving in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of approximately $39, this trip allows for flexibility in timing. Pay close attention to navigation, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests frequent changes in direction. Ensure your fuel tank is adequately full before departing Garrett, IN, as local roads can sometimes have fewer services than major highways.

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 126.1 miles from Garrett, IN, or about 2h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 140.7 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 55 miles or 1h 2m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 126.1 miles or 2h 19m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 51m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jeffersonville, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Garrett, 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 Garrett, IN

This is one driving day of about 252.1 miles and 4h 43m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Garrett, 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 140.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Marion County, Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lawrence, IN

126 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

Fort Wayne, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 55 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fishers, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 126.1 miles from Garrett, 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 140.7 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

Loving Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 18

Hours: 11 am–7 pm

+12604898686

Visit website

Puerto Vallarta Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Jeffersonville, Indiana

0.4 mi

Cafe Patachou Nickel Plate

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Fishers, Indiana

0.5 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Pearl Street Game & Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 252.1

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18129200926

Visit website

Coffee Crossing

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jeffersonville, Indiana

0.4 mi

Black Forest Cat Café

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fort Wayne, Indiana

1.3 mi

Loving Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 18

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–7 pm

+12604898686

Visit website

Puerto Vallarta Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 252.1

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18122882022

Visit website

McDonald's

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 126.1

Fishers, Indiana

Hours: 5 am–1 pm

+13178420013

Visit website

Cafe Patachou Nickel Plate

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 126.1

Fishers, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+13178637530

Visit website

Ugalde's Family Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 54

Warren, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12603754510

Visit website

Goodfella's Pizza

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 234.1

Henryville, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18122943343

Visit website

La Bodeguita De Mima

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 252.1

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 12–2:30 pm

+15027423358

Visit website

Sahm's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 126.1

Fishers, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13178421577

Visit website

Pearl Street Game & Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 252.1

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18129200926

Visit website

Coffee Crossing

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 252.1

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+18125903867

Visit website

Black Forest Cat Café

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 18

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 9:30 am–6 pm

+12604982988

Visit website

Quills Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 252.1

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+15028615844

Visit website

A Divine Encounter Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 18

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+12604832233

Visit website

Please & Thank You "MARK"

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 252.1

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 7 am–5:30 pm

+15025530113

Visit website

Sunergos Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 252.1

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm

+15025893222

Visit website

The Hotel Marty

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 252.1

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 6:30 am–2:30 pm

+15022943728

Visit website

InCharge Energy Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 18

Fort Wayne, Indiana

+18333994638

Visit website

Howard Steamboat Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 252.1

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+18122833728

Visit website

Big 4 Escape

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 252.1

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Hours: 2–8 pm

+18127251046

Visit website

Muhammad Ali Center

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 252.1

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15025849254

Visit website

Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 252.1

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18777758443

Visit website

Flame Run

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 252.1

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+15025845353

Visit website

Reed’s Place: Steak and Chop Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30 mile 198.1

Seymour, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18122711298

Visit website

Mississinewa 1812

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 72

Marion, Indiana

+17656139248

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 4.6 and 249.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
4.6 mi into trip | ~7m in | I 69

Merge onto I 69

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
6
128.9 mi into trip | ~2h 22m in | I 69

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane.
7
145.3 mi into trip | ~2h 42m in

Take the exit toward Emerson Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 52 Toward Emerson Avenue
7
145.5 mi into trip | ~2h 42m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
6
249.9 mi into trip | ~4h 38m in

Take the exit toward US 31 South: Jeffersonville, Clarksville

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

Exit 1 Toward US 31 South: Jeffersonville, Clarksville

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$39.41 one way

$78.83 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 88 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $43.27 $86.55
premium $4.89 $48.51 $97.03
diesel $5.61 $55.66 $111.32

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$39

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$64–$89

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 88.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 75.6 0 $26.47 $12.10
Efficient EV 63 0 $22.06 $10.08
EV Truck/SUV 100.8 1 $35.29 $16.13

Gas CO2

88 kg

EV CO2

29 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 16, 2026

Origin

Garrett, IN

Night in Garrett on Saturday

Local time

10:52 PM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Jeffersonville, IN

Night in Jeffersonville on Saturday

Local time

10:52 PM

EDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

73°F

Lawrence, IN

126 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

7 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

4h 43m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 253.9-mile trip, with 0% of the journey on highways. You'll be engaging with County Road 56 and County Road 11A for much of the drive, interspersed with a section of I-465 South. The absence of long highway stretches means you'll be frequently adjusting your speed and turning, making it a more interactive driving experience. While there isn't a 'longest stretch' specified, the profile indicates a continuous engagement with local roadways rather than extended periods of high-speed cruising.

96% 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: 140.7 mi on I 69.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and I 65. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.6 miles in near I 69.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 252.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 4.6 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 128.9 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 145.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 43m. Total distance: 252.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 140.7 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.

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 Jeffersonville, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 4.6 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 128.9 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 145.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Jeffersonville, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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