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Trip from Huntingburg, IN to Ferdinand, IN

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

15m

Distance

10.2 mi

16 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

4 AM
0h 14m ★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 15m

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

human settlement in Dubois County, Indiana, United States of America

Huntingburg, IN

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town in Indiana, United States

Ferdinand, IN

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Trip Overview

If you are looking for a quick excursion in the Midwest, the 10.2-mile connection between Huntingburg and Ferdinand, Indiana, is an efficient choice. This short trip takes approximately 15 minutes to complete, making it ideal for a spontaneous day trip rather than an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via East 6th Street, keeping your travel plans straightforward and simple. With a fuel budget of just $2, it is an incredibly economical route to traverse. Whether you are running errands or simply exploring the local area, this drive offers a practical way to move between these two Indiana communities.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
SR 162 5.6 mi 8m
East 6th Street 4.6 mi 6m
Main Street

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: SR 162 — 5.6 mi, about 8m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Huntingburg, IN and Ferdinand, IN.

1

Start on this road

20 ft · 6 sec · this road
2

Turn left onto SR 64

4.6 mi · 6 min · East 6th Street
3

Turn right onto SR 162

5.6 mi · 8 min · SR 162
4

Arrive at destination

SR 162

Heads-up: tricky spots

2 of 2

2 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 4.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

3
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | SR 64 / East 6th Street

Turn left onto SR 64 / East 6th Street

Navigation decision point

4
4.6 mi into trip | ~7m in | SR 162

Turn right onto SR 162

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$1.59 one way

$3.19 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 4 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $1.75 $3.50
premium $4.89 $1.96 $3.93
diesel $5.61 $2.25 $4.50

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$2

Estimated CO2 emission: 3.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 3.1 0 $1.07 $0.49
Efficient EV 2.6 0 $0.89 $0.41
EV Truck/SUV 4.1 0 $1.43 $0.65

Gas CO2

4 kg

EV CO2

1 kg (75% 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

Huntingburg, IN

Late night in Huntingburg on Tuesday

Local time

5:25 AM

EDT

Current temp

55°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Ferdinand, IN

Late night in Ferdinand on Tuesday

Local time

5:25 AM

EDT

Current temp

55°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

15m 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 as you make your way across these 10.2 miles. This route avoids highways entirely, meaning you will experience zero highway share during your 15-minute journey. Because the path relies on local roads rather than high-speed interstates, you should prepare for a more hands-on driving experience. The road's personality is defined by its local character, requiring your full attention as you navigate turns rather than cruising on a monotonous, long-distance stretch. It is a focused, short-distance drive that keeps you engaged with the local landscape.

55% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
4 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 5.6 mi on SR 162.

How Hard Is This Drive?

1/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 64 / East 6th Street.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Huntingburg, IN to Ferdinand, IN is easy. At 15m with 55% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 64 / East 6th Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.6 miles (SR 162): Navigation decision point.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 15m. Total distance: 10.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

15m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (55%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 5.6 miles on SR 162. 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 (SR 64 / East 6th Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.6 miles (SR 162): Navigation decision point.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ferdinand, 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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