Origin
Greensburg, IN
Afternoon in Greensburg on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greensburg, IN to Lawrence, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
58m
Distance
49.4 mi
80 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greensburg, IN
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Lawrence, IN
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Trip Overview
Greensburg, IN to Lawrence, IN is 49.4 miles and takes about 58m via US 421 and I 69, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, connecting two points in Indiana. It's a straightforward drive primarily on major highways, making it a convenient option if you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss. With a short duration and low fuel cost, this route is ideal for a quick relocation or a simple point-to-point journey. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained roads designed for efficient travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 421 | 41 mi | 46m |
| I 69 | 5.9 mi | 6m |
| US 36 | 1 mi | 2m |
| North Michigan Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| I 74 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| McCoy Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Broadway Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West North Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 421
— 41 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greensburg, IN and Lawrence, IN.
1
Start on this road
167 ft
·
15 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto East Washington Street
54 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Washington Street
3
Turn right onto North Broadway Street
409 ft
·
13 sec
·
North Broadway Street
4
Turn left onto West North Street
409 ft
·
10 sec
·
West North Street
5
Turn right onto North Jackson Street
124 ft
·
2 sec
·
North Jackson Street
6
Turn slight left onto North Michigan Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Michigan Avenue
7
Continue on US 421
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US 421
8
Turn right onto US 421
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
US 421
9
Take the ramp onto US 421
39 mi
·
41 min
·
US 421
Toward I 74 West, US 421: Indianapolis
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto I 74; US 421
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
I 74; US 421
Toward I 465, I 74 West: Shadeland Avenue
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 421
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 421
Toward I 465 North: Shadeland Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 421
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
US 421
Toward I 465 North
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 69; I 465
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 69; I 465
14
Take the exit onto US 36; SR 67
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
US 36; SR 67
Exit 42
Toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Pendleton Pike
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 36; SR 67
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 36; SR 67
Toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Lawrence
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto McCoy Street
416 ft
·
19 sec
·
McCoy Street
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left
59 ft
·
6 sec
18
Turn right
77 ft
·
5 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.7 miles from Greensburg, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 155 decision points cluster between mile 2.6 and 48.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 421
Take the ramp onto US 421 toward I 74 West, US 421: Indianapolis
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 74 West, US 421: Indianapolis
7
41.5 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
US 421
Keep slight right at fork onto US 421 toward I 465 North: Shadeland Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 465 North: Shadeland Avenue
7
42 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
US 421
Keep slight right at fork onto US 421 toward I 465 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 465 North
8
48.4 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
US 36; SR 67
Take the exit onto US 36; SR 67 toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Pendleton Pike
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 42
Toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Pendleton Pike
8
48.7 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
US 36; SR 67
Keep slight right at fork onto US 36; SR 67 toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Lawrence
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Lawrence
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.72 one way
$15.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.48 | $16.96 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.51 | $19.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.91 | $21.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.19 | $2.37 |
| Efficient EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.32 | $1.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.92 | $3.16 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Lawrence, IN
Afternoon in Lawrence on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Cumberland, IN
25 mi in
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
58m 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 route is heavily focused on highway driving, with a 97% highway share. Expect to spend the majority of your time on fast-paced roads like US 421 and I 69. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is about 41 miles on US 421, offering a consistent pace for that segment. The road character remains largely consistent, emphasizing speed and directness rather than varied scenery. This highway-focused profile means minimal slowdowns and a predictable driving experience.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41 mi on US 421.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 421 and I 69. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in near US 421.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 49.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 58m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles (US 421): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 41.5 miles (US 421): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 42 miles (US 421): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Greensburg, IN
Full guide →Greensburg is a small town in Southern Indiana.
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 58m. Total distance: 49.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41 miles on US 421. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Lawrence, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles (US 421): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 41.5 miles (US 421): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 42 miles (US 421): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lawrence, 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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