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Trip from Greenwood, IN to Howard, 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 11m

Distance

99.8 mi

161 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

Fair

2 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
2h 2m ★
6 AM
2h 12m
8 AM
2h 30m
10 AM
2h 18m
12 PM
2h 16m
3 PM
2h 19m
5 PM
2h 29m
8 PM
2h 6m

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

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Downtown Howard, IN, IN

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Trip Overview

This 99.8-mile journey from Greenwood, Indiana, to Howard, Indiana, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 11 minutes. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 88% of the drive on major roads like I-74, US 41, and US 31. You'll spend most of your time on the interstate, making for a straightforward drive through the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of $16, this is an economical option for a quick getaway or a practical transit between these two Indiana locations. Plan for a smooth and efficient trip with minimal need for overnight stops.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

49.9 miles from Greenwood, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 74 68.8 mi 1h 15m
US 41 10.9 mi 16m
US 31 6.2 mi 9m
West State Street 4.7 mi 8m
County Road 700W 2.5 mi 9m
I 69 2.3 mi 2m
County Road 1100 South 1.5 mi 2m
Main Street 1.1 mi 2m
Longest stretch: I 74 — 68.8 mi, about 1h 15m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Greenwood, IN and Howard, IN.

1

Start on Main Street West

0.5 mi · 53 sec · Main Street West
2

Turn right onto US 31

6.1 mi · 9 min · US 31
Use the left / straight lanes.
3

Take the ramp onto US 31

0.1 mi · 13 sec · US 31
Toward I 465 West, I 74 West, I 465 East, I 74 East, US 31 North Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Toward I 465 West, I 74 West Use the slight left lane.
5

Merge onto I 69; I 74; I 465

2.3 mi · 2 min · I 69; I 74; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; I 465

11 mi · 12 min · I 74; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight right at fork onto I 74

58 mi · 1 hr 2 min · I 74
Use the slight right lane.
8

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 41 sec
Exit 15 Toward US 41: Veedersburg, Attica
9

Turn left onto US 41

11 mi · 16 min · US 41
10

Turn right onto SR 234

1.5 mi · 2 min · County Road 1100 South
11

Continue on SR 234

1.1 mi · 2 min · Main Street
12

Continue on SR 234

4.7 mi · 8 min · West State Street
13

Turn left onto South 600 West

0.5 mi · 1 min · South 600 West
14

Continue on County Road 700W

2.5 mi · 9 min · County Road 700W
15

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 37 sec · this road
16

Turn right onto County Road 1025N

421 ft · 18 sec · County Road 1025N
17

Arrive at destination

County Road 1025N

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 11 minutes for this 99.8-mile drive, you have plenty of flexibility with your departure time. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize your day at your destination or to avoid potential afternoon traffic. With no specific stops recommended and a low fuel cost of around $16, you can easily complete this trip without extensive planning. The longest stretch on I-74 is nearly 69 miles, so ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on that segment to maintain a smooth, uninterrupted journey.

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 49.9 miles from Greenwood, IN, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.8 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 22 miles or 28m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 49.9 miles or 59m 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 35m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Greenwood, 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 Greenwood, IN

This is one driving day of about 99.8 miles and 2h 11m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Greenwood, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 74 for about 68.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Clermont, IN, IN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Clermont, IN

50 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

Speedway, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Clayton, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 49.9 miles from Greenwood, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 74 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 68.8 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

Oaken Barrel Brewing Company

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Greenwood, Indiana

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13178872287

Visit website

Hardee's

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Indianapolis, Indiana

1.2 mi

Lindo Mexico

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Greenwood, Indiana

1.9 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Founders Grounds Coffee Company

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Speedway, Indiana

Early in the drive, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 21.4

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+13179815358

Visit website

Oaken Barrel Brewing Company

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Greenwood, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13178872287

Visit website

Hardee's

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour Inexpensiv mile 21.4

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13172919270

Visit website

Lindo Mexico

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Greenwood, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13178591336

Visit website

3 Agaves Mexican Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 21.4

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13177572620

Visit website

Mr Gyro's

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 21.4

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+13173889788

Visit website

Denny's Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13178882800

Visit website

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13178070248

Visit website

Sushi Club (Sushi All You Can Eat)

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–3:30 pm

+13174978097

Visit website

Founders Grounds Coffee Company

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 21.4

Speedway, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+13179815358

Visit website

The Joshua Cup

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 57

Crawfordsville, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+17652305413

Visit website

1832 Brew Espresso Bar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 57

Crawfordsville, Indiana

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+17653616428

Visit website

Georgia Street Grind

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 7.1

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+13173719949

Visit website

Good Vibes Cafe Indy

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 7.1

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 8:30 am–7 pm

+14632022117

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 78.4

Veedersburg, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 57

Crawfordsville, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 6.5 and 78.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
6.5 mi into trip | ~10m in | US 31

Take the ramp onto US 31 toward I 465 West, I 74 West, I 465 East, I 74 East, US 31 North

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 465 West, I 74 West, I 465 East, I 74...
8
6.7 mi into trip | ~10m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 465 West, I 74 West

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 465 West, I 74 West
6
9.3 mi into trip | ~14m in | I 74; I 465

Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; I 465

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
20.1 mi into trip | ~26m in | I 74

Keep slight right at fork onto I 74

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane.
6
78.1 mi into trip | ~1h 29m in

Take the exit toward US 41: Veedersburg, Attica

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

Exit 15 Toward US 41: Veedersburg, Attica

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.60 one way

$31.21 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 35 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $17.13 $34.26
premium $4.89 $19.21 $38.41
diesel $5.61 $22.03 $44.07

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 34.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 29.9 0 $10.48 $4.79
Efficient EV 25 0 $8.73 $3.99
EV Truck/SUV 39.9 0 $13.97 $6.39

Gas CO2

35 kg

EV CO2

12 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.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Greenwood, IN

Late night in Greenwood on Sunday

Local time

12:20 AM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Howard, IN

Late night in Howard on Sunday

Local time

12:20 AM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

52°F

Clermont, IN

50 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

2h 11m 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 highway-focused drive for the majority of this 99.8-mile route, with 88% of the travel on interstates and major highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 68.8 miles on I-74, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your journey. While predominantly interstate, the inclusion of US 41 and US 31 may introduce slight variations in the driving experience as you transition between these main arteries. This route is designed for efficient travel rather than scenic meandering, prioritizing directness over winding backroads.

88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 68.8 mi on I 74.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and US 41. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.5 miles in near US 31.

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 10 significant decision points across 99.8 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 6.5 miles (US 31): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.3 miles (I 74; I 465): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

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 Greenwood, IN to Howard, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Attica along the way.

Attica

78.1 mi in | ~1h 29m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 11m. Total distance: 99.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 68.8 miles on I 74. 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 Howard, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 6.5 miles (US 31): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.3 miles (I 74; I 465): 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 Howard, 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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