Origin
Grabill, IN
Night in Grabill on Saturday
Local time
9:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Grabill, IN to Evansville, 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 44m
Distance
306.6 mi
493 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$48
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 32m
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6 AM
5h 45m
8 AM
6h 11m
10 AM
5h 54m
12 PM
5h 51m
3 PM
5h 55m
5 PM
6h 10m
8 PM
5h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grabill, IN
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Evansville, IN
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Trip Overview
This 306.6-mile journey from Grabill, Indiana, to Evansville, Indiana, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 5 hours and 44 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-69, Leo Road, and East Lloyd Expressway, this route is 96% highway, making it a straightforward drive across the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of $48, it's an economical option for a quick trip. You'll find the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 289.5 miles on I-69, so plan your stops accordingly. This drive is a solid choice if you're looking for efficiency and a direct path between these two Indiana locations.
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
153.3 miles from Grabill, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 53m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 289.5 mi | 5h 17m |
| Leo Road | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| East Lloyd Expressway | 3.9 mi | 4m |
| North Burkhardt Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Grabill Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| East Dupont Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| East Walnut Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| State Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 289.5 mi, about 5h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grabill, IN and Evansville, IN.
1
Start on Main Street
30 ft
·
8 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto State Street
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
State Street
3
Continue on Grabill Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Grabill Road
4
Turn left onto SR 1
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Leo Road
5
Continue on SR 1
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Main Street
6
Continue on SR 1
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Saint Joseph Street
7
Continue on SR 1
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Leo Road
8
Continue on SR 1
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East Dupont Road
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 69 South
10
Merge onto I 69
114 mi
·
2 hr 3 min
·
I 69
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 69
Use the slight right lane.
12
Continue on I 69
22 mi
·
25 min
·
I 69
Exit 200
Toward I 465 South, I 69 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
48 mi
·
54 min
·
I 69
Exit 5
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
104 mi
·
1 hr 51 min
·
I 69
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 10
Toward Lynch Road
16
Turn slight right
153 ft
·
4 sec
17
Turn straight onto Lynch Road
498 ft
·
15 sec
·
Lynch Road
18
Turn left onto North Burkhardt Road
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
North Burkhardt Road
19
Turn right onto SR 66
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
East Lloyd Expressway
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Toward US 41 South
21
Merge onto US 41; SR 66
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
US 41; SR 66
22
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Walnut Street
23
Turn right
332 ft
·
25 sec
24
At end of road, turn right
123 ft
·
9 sec
25
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 5-hour and 44-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Grabill to avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach larger towns along I-69. With a longest stretch of 289.5 miles on the interstate, plan for at least one substantial stop for fuel and a break midway. The $48 fuel cost is manageable, but keep an eye on your gauge, particularly during the long I-69 segment. Since this is a feasible day trip, you have flexibility; however, breaking it up with a stop around the halfway point can enhance comfort and ensure you arrive in Evansville feeling refreshed.
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 153.3 miles from Grabill, IN, or about 2h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 289.5 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 67 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 153.3 miles or 2h 53m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Evansville, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Grabill, 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 Grabill, IN
This is one driving day of about 306.6 miles and 5h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 miles from Grabill, 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 289.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
153 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 67 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 153.3 miles from Grabill, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 289.5 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 9 and 194.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
9 mi into trip
|
~14m in
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I 69
Merge onto I 69
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
123.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 18m 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.
5
124 mi into trip
|
~2h 19m in
|
I 69
Continue onto I 69 toward I 465 South, I 69 South
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 200
Toward I 465 South, I 69 South
8
145.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 45m in
|
I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 South: Evansville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
5
194.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 39m in
|
I 69
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 South: Evansville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$47.93 one way
$95.87 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
107 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $52.63 | $105.26 |
| premium | $4.89 | $59.00 | $118.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $67.69 | $135.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 107.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 92 | 1 | $32.19 | $14.72 |
| Efficient EV | 76.7 | 0 | $26.83 | $12.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 122.6 | 1 | $42.92 | $19.62 |
Gas CO2
107 kg
EV CO2
36 kg (66% 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.
Destination
Evansville, IN
Evening in Evansville on Saturday
Local time
8:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°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 earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
5 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
5h 44m 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
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...
19 mi from route
~49 min detour
Free
near mile 253.8
View on nps.gov
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
~66 min detour
Free
near mile 285.5
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, with 96% of the route on high-speed roads like I-69. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 289.5 miles on I-69, which means consistent travel speeds for a significant portion of your journey. While primarily interstate, the initial and final segments may involve local roads like Leo Road and East Lloyd Expressway, offering a slight variation before you merge onto faster thoroughfares. This profile suggests a drive where efficiency is key, with minimal time spent navigating slower, more complex local routes.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 289.5 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and Leo Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9 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 16 significant decision points across 306.6 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 9 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 123.1 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 124 miles (I 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 44m. Total distance: 306.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 44m 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 289.5 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 Evansville, 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 9 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 123.1 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 124 miles (I 69): 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.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.7 hours each way, a round trip means 11.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Evansville, 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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