Azteca Mexican Restaurant
Later in the drive, right off the route
Brownstown, Indiana
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+18123587044
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 41m
Distance
77.2 mi
124 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jeffersonville, IN
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Shawswick, IN
Max W
If you are looking to travel from Jeffersonville to Shawswick, you are in for a 77.2-mile journey through the heart of the Midwest. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 41 minutes behind the wheel for this direct trek. Because the trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. Plan on budgeting roughly $12 for fuel to complete the transit. Since the route stays entirely within Indiana, you will enjoy a consistent regional feel as you navigate from the Ohio River area toward the interior of the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.6 miles from Jeffersonville, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 40.1 mi | 43m |
| US 50 | 18.9 mi | 26m |
| SR 250 | 15.5 mi | 22m |
| Shawswick Station Road | 1.5 mi | 5m |
| East Court Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| 6th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Watt Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| SR 58 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Jeffersonville, IN and Shawswick, IN.
Start on Watt Street
Turn right onto East Court Avenue
Turn slight right onto 6th Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 65
Take the exit
Turn sharp left onto SR 250
Continue on US 50; SR 135
Turn right onto Shawswick Station Road
At end of road, turn left onto SR 58
Arrive at destination
Since this is a straightforward 1-hour and 41-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to depart whenever it suits you best. Because the route relies exclusively on local roads, keep a close eye on your navigation to handle the frequent turns efficiently. There are no planned stops on this 77.2-mile path, so ensure you have your fuel and supplies sorted before you leave Jeffersonville. Setting aside $12 for gas will cover your trip comfortably. Given the turn-heavy nature of the drive, stay alert and avoid rushing through intersections to ensure a smooth transition between your origin and 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.
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 17 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.6 miles or 43m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Shawswick, IN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Jeffersonville, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Jeffersonville, IN
This is one driving day of about 77.2 miles and 1h 41m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 38.6 miles from Jeffersonville, 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.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Brownstown, Indiana
Later in the drive, right off the route
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+18123587044
Puerto Vallarta Restaurant
Jeffersonville, Indiana
Chuy's
Clarksville, Indiana
Top Coffee Stop
Jeffersonville, Indiana
Near the start, right off the route
Hours: 7 am–10 pm
+18129200926
Coffee Crossing
Jeffersonville, Indiana
Kay's Kafe
Brownstown, Indiana
Later in the drive, right off the route
Brownstown, Indiana
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+18123587044
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Jeffersonville, Indiana
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+18122882022
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Clarksville, Indiana
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+18122882489
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Clarksville, Indiana
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+18122809660
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Jeffersonville, Indiana
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+18122831072
Near the start, short detour
Louisville, Kentucky
Hours: 12–2:30 pm
+15027423358
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Louisville, Kentucky
Hours: 11:30 am–1:30 pm
+15025801350
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Louisville, Kentucky
Hours: 11 am–3 pm
+15025811011
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Jeffersonville, Indiana
Hours: 7 am–10 pm
+18129200926
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Jeffersonville, Indiana
Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm
+18125903867
Visit websiteLater in the drive, right off the route
Brownstown, Indiana
Hours: 6 am–5 pm
+18125287940
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Louisville, Kentucky
Hours: 6 am–7 pm
+15028615844
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Louisville, Kentucky
Hours: 7 am–5:30 pm
+15025530113
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Louisville, Kentucky
Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm
+15025893222
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Louisville, Kentucky
Hours: 6:30 am–2:30 pm
+15022943728
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Sellersburg, Indiana
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+18129138177
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Jeffersonville, Indiana
Hours: 10 am–3 pm
+18122833728
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Jeffersonville, Indiana
Hours: 2–8 pm
+18127251046
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Louisville, Kentucky
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+15025849254
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Louisville, Kentucky
Hours: 9 am–5 pm
+18777758443
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Louisville, Kentucky
Hours: 10 am–4 pm
+15025845353
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 77.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto East Court Avenue
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward SR 250: Uniontown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn sharp left onto SR 250
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
At end of road, turn left onto SR 58
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$12.07 one way
$24.14 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.25 | $26.50 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.86 | $29.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.04 | $34.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.11 | $3.71 |
| Efficient EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.76 | $3.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.9 | 0 | $10.81 | $4.94 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Jeffersonville on Sunday
Local time
4:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Shawswick on Sunday
Local time
4:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
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
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
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.
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will be navigating local roads like East Court Avenue, 6th Street, and SR 250 throughout the entire 77.2-mile distance. With a highway share of 0%, this route avoids high-speed multi-lane roads in favor of a more intimate driving experience. The technical nature of these turns means you should anticipate a slower, more deliberate pace compared to typical highway travel. Expect the road to maintain this local character from start to finish, providing a consistent, hands-on driving dynamic.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and US 50. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Court Avenue.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Jeffersonville, IN to Shawswick, IN is easy. At 1h 41m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Court Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 41 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 41m. Total distance: 77.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
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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