Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
45m
Distance
31.8 mi
51 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Martinsville, IN
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Indianapolis, IN to Martinsville, IN is 31.8 miles and takes about 45m via I 69, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within the Midwest and Indiana, making it a straightforward journey. It's primarily a highway-focused drive, meaning you'll spend most of your time on faster roads. This route is ideal if you're looking for a quick trip with minimal fuss, perfect for a same-day excursion without needing an overnight stay. Consider this drive for its simplicity and efficiency.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 24.4 mi | 27m |
| Madison Avenue | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| East Morgan Street | 1.4 mi | 4m |
| South East Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North Meridian Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Reuben Drive | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Pennsylvania Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Henry Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Indianapolis, IN and Martinsville, IN.
Start on this road
Turn left
Turn left onto Monument Circle
Turn right onto North Meridian Street
Continue on Madison Avenue
Turn left onto East Henry Street
Turn right onto South Pennsylvania Street
Continue on Madison Avenue
Keep slight left at fork onto Madison Avenue
Keep slight right at fork onto South East Street
Take the ramp
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 69; I 74; I 465
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn right onto Reuben Drive
Turn slight left onto East Morgan Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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.
A short stop after about 31.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 15.9 miles from Indianapolis, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 29.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Monument Circle
Navigation decision point
Keep slight right 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
Merge onto I 69; I 74; I 465
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 South: Evansville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 44, SR 252
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$4.97 one way
$9.94 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.46 | $10.92 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.12 | $12.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.02 | $14.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.34 | $1.53 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.78 | $1.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.45 | $2.04 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Indianapolis on Sunday
Local time
12:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Martinsville on Sunday
Local time
12:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
74°F
Southport, IN
16 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This route leans heavily into its highway-focused profile, with 77% of the drive utilizing major highways. You'll experience a longest stretch of 24.4 miles on I 69, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the journey. Expect a straightforward driving experience where efficiency is key, rather than winding country roads or dramatic scenic changes. Madison Avenue and East Morgan Street will likely guide you through more local stretches as you approach your destination, providing a slight shift in pace from the interstate.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and Madison Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Monument Circle.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 31.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 45m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Monument Circle): Navigation decision point; at 4.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.1 miles (I 69; I 74; I 465): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Indianapolis is the capital of Indiana and also the state’s largest city. Efforts to beautify and modernize the city have brought Indianapolis into the 21st century as a world-class destination for everything from business meetings and trade conventions to backpackers making their way across the States. Indianapolis is widely hailed as the "Racing Capital of the World" because of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, home of the Indy 500 and Brickyard 400 at the Brickyard, and as the "Amateur Sports Capital of America" for hosting the NCAA Hall of Champions. The city has several attractions outside of sports, including museums, a large zoo, over 100 ethnic restaurants, several arts and historic districts, and a revitalized downtown. Although Indy has been mocked with the epithet "India-noplace", visitors will encounter a mix of a large metropolitan city and a simple Midwestern community.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 31.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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