Huntington, IN to Jeffersonville, IN is 201.4 miles and takes about 3h 56m via I 69 and I 65, with a fuel budget near $31 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Indiana, moving south from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. Given its relatively short duration and focus on major highways, it's a straightforward trip for a single day. You’ll spend most of your time on interstates, making it a practical choice for efficient travel.
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
100.7 miles from Huntington, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 4m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
100.8 mi
1h 48m
South Strawtown Pike
32.9 mi
38m
I 69
19.5 mi
23m
North Marion Road
16.8 mi
19m
SR 37
12.9 mi
17m
North Huntington Road
5.3 mi
5m
North Baldwin Avenue
2.9 mi
3m
South Emerson Avenue
2.6 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 100.8 mi, about 1h 48m
Traffic on I-65
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 96 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,790 veh/hr typical
Quietest
1 AM
~398 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 50 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntington, IN and Jeffersonville, IN.
1
Start on Cherry Street
112 ft·8 sec·Cherry Street
2
Turn right onto US 24 Business
1.9 mi·3 min·West Park Drive
3
Turn left onto SR 9
17 mi·19 min·North Marion Road
4
Continue on SR 9
5.3 mi·5 min·North Huntington Road
5
Continue on SR 9
2.9 mi·3 min·North Baldwin Avenue
6
Continue on SR 9; SR 15
2.4 mi·4 min·South Western Avenue
7
Turn slight right onto SR 37
33 mi·38 min·South Strawtown Pike
8
Enter roundabout onto SR 37
105 ft·1 sec·SR 37
9
Continue on SR 37
13 mi·17 min·SR 37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 69
3.1 mi·3 min·I 69
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
1.0 mi·1 min·I 69
Use the slight right lane.
12
Continue on I 69
15 mi·18 min·I 69
Exit 200Toward I 465 South, I 69 SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Exit 52Toward Emerson AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·28 sec
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Turn straight onto South Emerson Avenue
2.6 mi·4 min·South Emerson Avenue
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn right onto East Southport Road
0.5 mi·52 sec·East Southport Road
17
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·43 sec
18
Merge onto I 65
101 mi·1 hr 48 min·I 65
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi·32 sec
Exit 1Toward US 31 South: Jeffersonville, Clarksville
20
Turn straight onto US 31
0.7 mi·1 min·US 31
21
Turn slight right
0.5 mi·1 min
22
Continue on East 10th Street
419 ft·12 sec·East 10th Street
23
Turn right onto Wall Street
0.2 mi·38 sec·Wall Street
24
Turn left onto East 8th Street
0.2 mi·32 sec·East 8th Street
25
Turn right onto Watt Street
0.2 mi·34 sec·Watt Street
26
Arrive at destination
Watt Street
Trip Plan
For this single-day trip of under 4 hours, you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning will get you to Jeffersonville with plenty of daylight remaining. With only one recommended stop and a manageable distance, you can decide on your break timing based on comfort. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before the longest stretch of 100.8 miles on I 65, as services can be spaced out on interstates. Your estimated fuel cost is $31.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 100.7 miles from Huntington, IN, or about 2h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 100.8 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 44 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 100.7 miles or 2h 4m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jeffersonville, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Huntington, 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 Huntington, IN
This is one driving day of about 201.4 miles and 3h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Huntington, 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 I 65 for about 100.8 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 78.2 and 199.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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78.2 mi into trip|~1h 35m in|I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
5
79.2 mi into trip|~1h 37m in|I 69
Continue onto I 69 toward I 465 South, I 69 South
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 200
Toward I 465 South, I 69 South
7
94.6 mi into trip|~1h 55m in
Take the exit toward Emerson Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 52
Toward Emerson Avenue
7
94.8 mi into trip|~1h 55m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
6
199.2 mi into trip|~3h 51m in
Take the exit toward US 31 South: Jeffersonville, Clarksville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 1
Toward US 31 South: Jeffersonville, Clarksville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.74 one way
$59.48 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg71 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$32.83
$65.67
premium
$4.72
$37.39
$74.79
diesel
$4.80
$38.03
$76.06
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
60.4
0
$21.15
$9.67
Efficient EV
50.4
0
$17.62
$8.06
EV Truck/SUV
80.6
1
$28.20
$12.89
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
24 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 Jul 19, 2026
Origin
Huntington, IN
Late night
in Huntington on Monday
Local time
2:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Mostly Clear then Areas Of Smoke
N 0 to 5 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 9:29PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 9:16PM CDT until July 19 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Destination
Jeffersonville, IN
Late night
in Jeffersonville on Monday
Local time
2:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 5 mph49% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 9:29PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 9:16PM CDT until July 19 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
86°F
Lawrence, IN
101 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
11 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 56m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 route is highway-focused, with 66% of the drive on interstates. You'll encounter a long stretch of 100.8 miles on I 65. The majority of your travel will be on I 69 and I 65, offering a consistent driving experience. Expect a more rural cruising feel for much of the way, punctuated by highway interchanges.
66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 100.8 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and South Strawtown Pike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 78.2 miles in near I 69.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 201.4 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 78.2 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 79.2 miles (I 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 94.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Jeffersonville, often called "Jeff" by locals, is the county seat of Clark County in Southern Indiana, on the opposite side of the Ohio River from Louisville, Kentucky and connected to Louisville by the Kennedy, Lincoln, and Lewis and Clark Bridges. It has a population of 48,000 (2019).
Top landmarks
•George Rogers Clark Memorial Bridge — crossing of the Ohio River between Louisville, Kentucky, and Jeffersonville, Ind...
•Spring Street Freight House — constructed in 1925
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 56m. Total distance: 201.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 100.8 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 9 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Jeffersonville, 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. There are 9 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 78.2 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 79.2 miles (I 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 94.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Jeffersonville, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
