Origin
Greenwood, IN
Morning in Greenwood on Sunday
Local time
10:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greenwood, IN to Broad Ripple, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
37m
Distance
21.1 mi
34 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greenwood, IN
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Broad Ripple, IN
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Greenwood to Broad Ripple is a straightforward 21.1-mile journey that typically takes about 37 minutes. Because the distance is quite short, you can easily complete this trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will navigate through the heart of the Midwest, transitioning from the southern outskirts of Indianapolis toward the vibrant northern neighborhoods. Budgeting around $3 for fuel should be plenty for this quick excursion. Given the manageable duration, this route is ideal for those who prefer to keep their travel time minimal and efficient.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 11.4 mi | 14m |
| North College Avenue | 6.5 mi | 15m |
| Main Street West | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Guilford Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Market Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Kessler Boulevard East Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Pine Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Winthrop Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 11.4 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenwood, IN and Broad Ripple, IN.
1
Start on Main Street West
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street West
Use the straight lane.
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
3
Merge onto I 65
11 mi
·
14 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 111
Toward Washington Street
Use the slight right lane.
5
Continue on North Pine Street
472 ft
·
22 sec
·
North Pine Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
6
Turn left onto East Market Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
East Market Street
7
Turn right onto North College Avenue
6.5 mi
·
15 min
·
North College Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn right onto Kessler Boulevard East Drive
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Kessler Boulevard East Drive
9
Turn left onto Guilford Avenue
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Guilford Avenue
10
Turn right onto East 61st Street
399 ft
·
22 sec
·
East 61st Street
11
Turn left onto Winthrop Avenue
424 ft
·
18 sec
·
Winthrop Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
Winthrop Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 14.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
Navigation decision point
Toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
5
2.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
13.6 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward Washington Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 111
Toward Washington Street
5
13.9 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
East Market Street
Turn left onto East Market Street
Navigation decision point
5
14.1 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
North College Avenue
Turn right onto North College Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.30 one way
$6.60 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.62 | $7.24 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.06 | $8.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.66 | $9.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.22 | $1.01 |
| Efficient EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.85 | $0.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.95 | $1.35 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Broad Ripple, IN
Morning in Broad Ripple on Sunday
Local time
10:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
37m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate a mix of local thoroughfares, including Washington Street and North Pine Street, while utilizing I-65 North to connect the segments. Because the entire 21.1-mile stretch is composed of surface roads, you should prepare for frequent stops and varying traffic patterns. The personality of this drive is defined by its urban navigation rather than long, uninterrupted stretches of open road. Staying alert for turns is essential, as the route requires constant attention to local signage.
54% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.4 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in.
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 21.1 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 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.6 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 37m. Total distance: 21.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.4 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Broad Ripple, 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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