If you are planning to travel from Jeffersonville to Speedway, you are looking at a straightforward 122.4-mile journey through the heart of Indiana. Expect to spend about 2 hours and 17 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Your travel budget should account for approximately $19 in fuel costs for this trek. Navigating primarily via I-65, I-74, and I-69, you will stay entirely within the Midwest region. Because the route is compact and efficient, it works perfectly for travelers who prefer to reach their destination quickly without the need for multiple rest stops.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
61.2 miles from Jeffersonville, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 8m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
105 mi
1h 54m
I 74
10.5 mi
12m
I 69
4.5 mi
5m
East Court Avenue
0.4 mi
1m
6th Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Crawfordsville Road
0.3 mi
<1m
West 25th Street
0.1 mi
<1m
North High School Road
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 105 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jeffersonville, IN and Speedway, IN.
1
Start on Watt Street
257 ft·13 sec·Watt Street
2
Turn right onto East Court Avenue
0.4 mi·1 min·East Court Avenue
3
Turn slight right onto 6th Street
0.3 mi·45 sec·6th Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
5
Merge onto I 65
105 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 65
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi·16 sec
Exit 106Toward I 465 West, I 74West, I 465 East, I 74 East: Peoria, CincinnatiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward I 465 West, I 74 West: PeoriaUse the slight left lane.
8
Merge onto I 69; I 74; I 465
4.5 mi·5 min·I 69; I 74; I 465
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; I 465
11 mi·12 min·I 74; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Exit 16AToward US 136 West: Crawfordsville RoadUse the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto Crawfordsville Road
0.3 mi·36 sec·Crawfordsville Road
12
Turn left onto North High School Road
0.1 mi·17 sec·North High School Road
13
Turn right onto West 25th Street
0.1 mi·28 sec·West 25th Street
14
Turn sharp left
262 ft·21 sec
15
Turn right
75 ft·5 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this 2-hour and 17-minute drive is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, keeping an eye on traffic patterns around the larger highway interchanges is wise to ensure you maintain your estimated travel duration. Because you are spending almost the entire trip on interstates, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before hitting the highway to avoid paying premium prices at busy travel centers. One concrete tip for this specific route is to treat the 105-mile stretch on I-65 as your primary leg; if you need to stretch your legs, do so just before merging onto I-74 or I-69 to keep your momentum steady for the remainder of the trip.
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 61.2 miles from Jeffersonville, IN, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 105 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 27 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.2 miles or 1h 8m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Speedway, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jeffersonville, 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 Jeffersonville, IN
This is one driving day of about 122.4 miles and 2h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Jeffersonville, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 105 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 105.9 and 122.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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105.9 mi into trip|~1h 56m in
Take the exit toward I 465 West, I 74West, I 465 East, I 74 East: Peoria, Cincinnati
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 106
Toward I 465 West, I 74West, I 465 East, I 74 E...
8
106 mi into trip|~1h 57m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 465 West, I 74 West: Peoria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 465 West, I 74 West: Peoria
6
110.9 mi into trip|~2h 3m in|I 74; I 465
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; I 465
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
121.4 mi into trip|~2h 15m in
Take the exit toward US 136 West: Crawfordsville Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 16A
Toward US 136 West: Crawfordsville Road
6
122.3 mi into trip|~2h 17m in
Turn sharp left
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.14 one way
$38.27 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg43 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$21.01
$42.02
premium
$4.89
$23.55
$47.11
diesel
$5.61
$27.02
$54.05
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
36.7
0
$12.85
$5.88
Efficient EV
30.6
0
$10.71
$4.90
EV Truck/SUV
49
0
$17.14
$7.83
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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 15, 2026
Origin
Jeffersonville, IN
Afternoon
in Jeffersonville on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Speedway, IN
Afternoon
in Speedway on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
22 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
2h 17m 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 98% of your time spent on major interstates. You will settle into a consistent rhythm early on, as the route features a significant 105-mile uninterrupted stretch along I-65. Do not expect winding backroads or technical turns here; the character of this drive is defined by high-speed efficiency and steady interstate cruising. As you transition between I-65, I-74, and I-69, the road remains consistent in its purpose as a direct corridor. It is the type of path designed for getting from point A to point B with minimal deviation or traffic-light interference.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 105 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and I 74. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 105.9 miles in.
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 13 significant decision points across 122.4 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 105.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 106 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 110.9 miles (I 74; I 465): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Jeffersonville, IN to Speedway, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Cincinnati along the way.
Cincinnati
105.9 mi in|~1h 56m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 17m. Total distance: 122.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 105 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Speedway, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 105.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 106 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 110.9 miles (I 74; I 465): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Speedway, IN before heading back.
