Hidden Valley, IN to Greenwood, IN is 85.7 miles and takes about 1h 56m via I 74 and SR 1, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, traversing Indiana for its entirety. Expect a straightforward drive that's mostly highway, making it a convenient option if you're looking for a quick connection between these two points. Given its relatively short duration, this route is well-suited for a single-day journey, allowing you to reach your destination with plenty of time to spare.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.8 miles from Hidden Valley, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 58m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 74
53.8 mi
57m
SR 1
12.5 mi
21m
West 400 N
4.5 mi
7m
East 700 N
3.5 mi
6m
East Worthsville Road
2.3 mi
4m
W 400 N
1.9 mi
3m
East Main Street
1.8 mi
3m
I 65
1.1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 53.8 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hidden Valley, IN and Greenwood, IN.
1
Start on this road
94 ft·13 sec·this road
2
Turn left
102 ft·5 sec
3
Continue on Heidi Haven Drive
0.3 mi·58 sec·Heidi Haven Drive
4
Continue on Ventura Drive
423 ft·23 sec·Ventura Drive
5
Turn left onto Alpine Drive
0.3 mi·1 min·Alpine Drive
6
Turn right onto Fairway Drive
0.4 mi·1 min·Fairway Drive
7
Turn right onto Mitchell Road
0.4 mi·1 min·Mitchell Road
8
Turn left onto Georgetown Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Georgetown Road
9
Turn right onto SR 1
13 mi·21 min·SR 1
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward I 74 West: IndianapolisUse the left lane.
11
Merge onto I 74
54 mi·57 min·I 74
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 109Toward Fairland Road
13
Turn left onto W 400 N
1.9 mi·3 min·W 400 N
14
Continue on East Carey Street
0.6 mi·1 min·East Carey Street
15
Continue on West 400 N
4.5 mi·7 min·West 400 N
16
Continue on East 700 N
3.5 mi·6 min·East 700 N
17
Turn right onto South Franklin Road
0.2 mi·27 sec·South Franklin Road
18
Turn left onto East Worthsville Road
2.3 mi·4 min·East Worthsville Road
19
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
20
Merge onto I 65
1.1 mi·1 min·I 65
21
Take the exit
0.4 mi·46 sec
Exit 99Toward Main Street
22
Turn left onto East Main Street
1.8 mi·3 min·East Main Street
Use the straight lane.
23
Arrive at destination
Main Street West
Trip Plan
With a total drive time under two hours, this route offers great flexibility. You can depart anytime, but consider an early start to maximize your day. Since the longest continuous stretch on I 74 is 53.8 miles, plan for a brief stop around that point for fuel or a stretch if needed. The estimated fuel cost is around $13, so budget accordingly. Given the short distance, you won't need to split this drive, but be mindful of the transition from I 74 to SR 1 as you near your destination.
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 42.8 miles from Hidden Valley, IN, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.8 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 19 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.8 miles or 58m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greenwood, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hidden Valley, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hidden Valley, IN
This is one driving day of about 85.7 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Hidden Valley, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 74 for about 53.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 83.8 — 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
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|Alpine Drive
Turn left onto Alpine Drive
Navigation decision point
6
2 mi into trip|~7m in|SR 1
Turn right onto SR 1
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
14.6 mi into trip|~28m in
Take the ramp toward I 74 West: Indianapolis
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 74 West: Indianapolis
6
83.8 mi into trip|~1h 53m in|East Main Street
Turn left onto East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.40 one way
$26.80 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg30 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$14.71
$29.42
premium
$4.89
$16.49
$32.98
diesel
$5.61
$18.92
$37.84
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.7
0
$9.00
$4.11
Efficient EV
21.4
0
$7.50
$3.43
EV Truck/SUV
34.3
0
$12.00
$5.48
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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 20, 2026
Origin
Hidden Valley, IN
Morning
in Hidden Valley on Tuesday
Local time
10:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Greenwood, IN
Morning
in Greenwood on Tuesday
Local time
10:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
72°F
Harrison, OH
43 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
2 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
1h 56m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 79% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I 74, including a continuous stretch of 53.8 miles. While the bulk of the journey prioritizes efficient travel, the inclusion of SR 1 and West 400 N offers a slight variation in scenery and road type. The overall character is one of smooth, consistent progress, ideal for covering ground without many interruptions.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 53.8 mi on I 74.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and SR 1. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort5/10
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 85.7 miles you will encounter 16 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Alpine Drive): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (SR 1): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 56m. Total distance: 85.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 53.8 miles on I 74. 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Alpine Drive): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (SR 1): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Greenwood, IN before heading back.
