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Trip from Greenwood, IN to Pierceton, 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 52m

Distance

121.5 mi

195 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Sparse

1 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min
4 AM
2h 41m ★
6 AM
2h 52m
8 AM
3h 14m
10 AM
3h 0m
12 PM
2h 58m
3 PM
3h 1m
5 PM
3h 13m
8 PM
2h 46m

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

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Downtown Greenwood, IN, IN

Greenwood, IN

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town in Kosciusko County, Indiana, United States

Pierceton, IN

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Trip Overview

This 121.5-mile journey from Greenwood, Indiana, to Pierceton, Indiana, is a manageable one-day trip, estimating around 2 hours and 52 minutes of driving time. You'll be navigating primarily local roads, with 0% of the route on highways, making it a more hands-on driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $18, this drive is quite budget-friendly for a single day's adventure. The route is characterized by frequent turns, suggesting a need for your attention and perhaps a good GPS. It's a straightforward drive within the Midwest region, perfect for a quick excursion without the need for an overnight stay.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

60.7 miles from Greenwood, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
SR 13 37.1 mi 54m
Manchester Avenue 30.8 mi 46m
I 69 18.3 mi 22m
IN-37 13.7 mi 18m
SR 37 11.7 mi 13m
South Emerson Avenue 4.5 mi 7m
South Wabash Street 1.7 mi 2m
South Meridian Street 1.5 mi 2m
Longest stretch: SR 13 — 37.1 mi, about 54m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Main Street West

95 ft · 7 sec · Main Street West
2

Turn left onto South Meridian Street

1.5 mi · 2 min · South Meridian Street
Use the left lane.
3

Turn right onto East County Line Road South

1.3 mi · 1 min · East County Line Road South
4

Turn left onto South Emerson Avenue

4.5 mi · 7 min · South Emerson Avenue
Use the left lane.
5

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 58 sec
6

Merge onto I 69; I 74; I 465

2.3 mi · 2 min · I 69; I 74; I 465
7

Continue on I 69; I 465

12 mi · 13 min · I 69; I 465
8

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69

4.2 mi · 5 min · I 69
Exit 37 Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
9

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37

3.4 mi · 4 min · IN-37
Exit 205 Toward SR 37 North: 116th Street Use the slight right lane.
10

Merge onto SR 37

0.6 mi · 56 sec · IN-37
11

Keep slight left at fork onto SR 37

9.7 mi · 13 min · IN-37
12

Enter roundabout onto SR 37

93 ft · 1 sec · SR 37
13

Continue on SR 37

12 mi · 13 min · SR 37
14

Turn left onto SR 13

23 mi · 34 min · SR 13
15

Turn right onto SR 13; SR 18

0.4 mi · 44 sec · East Marion Street
Use the right lane.
16

Turn left onto SR 13

14 mi · 20 min · SR 13
17

At end of road, turn left onto SR 13; SR 15

1.7 mi · 2 min · South Wabash Street
18

Turn right onto BUS US 24; SR 13

31 mi · 46 min · Manchester Avenue
19

Continue on SR 13

517 ft · 17 sec · Main Street
20

Arrive at destination

SR 13

Trip Plan

Given the 2-hour 52-minute duration and the turn-heavy nature of this 121.5-mile drive, leaving in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic. Since it's a single-day trip with a fuel cost around $18, you have flexibility with your departure time. Plan for one stop, perhaps mid-way, to stretch your legs and grab a refreshment, especially given the frequent turns. Keep an eye on your GPS, as the 'turn-heavy' profile means you'll want to be sure you're on the correct local roads to reach Pierceton efficiently.

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 60.7 miles from Greenwood, IN, or about 1h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.1 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 27 miles or 36m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 60.7 miles or 1h 21m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 19m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pierceton, 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 121.5 miles and 2h 52m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Greenwood, 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 SR 13 for about 37.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city and county seat of Madison County, Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Anderson, IN

61 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

Fishers, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Anderson, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 60.7 miles from Greenwood, 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.

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

El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant Beech Grove

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Beech Grove, IN

1.2 mi

Sahm's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fishers, Indiana

1.4 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Keela Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

North Manchester, Indiana

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 104.1

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+12602524132

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

El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant Beech Grove

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 8.7

Beech Grove, IN

Hours: 10:30 am–10 pm

+13177552370

Visit website

Sahm's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 26

Fishers, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13178421577

Visit website

McDonald's

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 26

Fishers, Indiana

Hours: 5 am–1 pm

+13178420013

Visit website

Mela Indian Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 8.7

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+13178692400

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

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

Keela Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 104.1

North Manchester, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+12602524132

Visit website

Capstone Cafe & Bookstore

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 26

Carmel, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13175669132

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 104.1

North Manchester, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

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 0 and 88.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | South Meridian Street

Turn left onto South Meridian Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
21.8 mi into trip | ~29m in | I 69

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Exit 37 Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
8
26.1 mi into trip | ~35m in | SR 37 / IN-37

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37 / IN-37 toward SR 37 North: 116th Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 205 Toward SR 37 North: 116th Street
5
74.1 mi into trip | ~1h 41m in | SR 13; SR 18 / East Marion Street

Turn right onto SR 13; SR 18 / East Marion Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
5
88.9 mi into trip | ~2h 2m in | SR 13; SR 15 / South Wabash Street

At end of road, turn left onto SR 13; SR 15 / South Wabash Street

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$19.00 one way

$37.99 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 43 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $20.86 $41.71
premium $4.89 $23.38 $46.76
diesel $5.61 $26.83 $53.65

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 42.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 36.4 0 $12.76 $5.83
Efficient EV 30.4 0 $10.63 $4.86
EV Truck/SUV 48.6 0 $17.01 $7.78

Gas CO2

43 kg

EV CO2

14 kg (67% 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

12:26 AM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Pierceton, IN

Late night in Pierceton on Sunday

Local time

12:26 AM

EDT

Current temp

50°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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

25 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 52m 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 for the entirety of this 121.5-mile route, as 0% is on highways. This means you'll be engaging with the road frequently, navigating through various local streets and county roads. While there's no mention of a longest uninterrupted stretch, the 'turn-heavy' profile suggests you'll be making numerous directional changes. This type of driving offers a more intimate connection with the landscape, allowing you to pass through communities and experience the local scenery more directly than you would on a high-speed interstate.

66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.1 mi on SR 13.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 13 and Manchester Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Meridian Street.

Driving Effort 8/10

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 121.5 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: near the start (South Meridian Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.8 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 26.1 miles (SR 37 / IN-37): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 52m. Total distance: 121.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 37.1 miles on SR 13. 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 Pierceton, 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: near the start (South Meridian Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.8 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 26.1 miles (SR 37 / IN-37): 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 Pierceton, 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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