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Trip from Jonesboro, IN to Evansville, 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

4h 29m

Distance

234.3 mi

377 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

Good

5 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 16m ★
6 AM
4h 30m
8 AM
4h 56m
10 AM
4h 39m
12 PM
4h 36m
3 PM
4h 40m
5 PM
4h 55m
8 PM
4h 21m

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

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Downtown Jonesboro, IN, IN

Jonesboro, IN

Kelly

county seat of Vanderburgh County, Indiana, United States

Evansville, IN

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Trip Overview

This 234.3-mile journey from Jonesboro, Indiana, to Evansville, Indiana, is designed for a single day of driving, taking approximately 4 hours and 29 minutes. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, with 83% of the route being on interstates and state roads like I-69 and SR 37. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $37, making it an economical option for exploring the Midwest. Given its manageable duration and highway focus, this drive is perfectly suited for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. The route offers a straightforward path through Indiana, connecting two points within the same region.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

117.2 miles from Jonesboro, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 19m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 69 178.6 mi 3h 17m
Strawtown Pike 30.5 mi 35m
SR 37 12.9 mi 17m
East Lloyd Expressway 3.9 mi 4m
East Hi Way Drive 2.6 mi 3m
North Burkhardt Road 2.5 mi 4m
West 500 S 1.1 mi 1m
East Walnut Street 0.7 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 69 — 178.6 mi, about 3h 17m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Jonesboro, IN and Evansville, IN.

1

Start on South Main Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
2

Turn left onto US 35; SR 22

2.6 mi · 3 min · East Hi Way Drive
3

Continue on US 35; SR 22

1.1 mi · 1 min · West 500 S
4

Turn left onto SR 37

30 mi · 35 min · Strawtown Pike
5

Enter roundabout onto SR 37

105 ft · 1 sec · SR 37
6

Continue on SR 37

13 mi · 17 min · SR 37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Merge onto I 69

3.1 mi · 3 min · I 69
8

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69

1.0 mi · 1 min · I 69
Use the slight right lane.
9

Continue on I 69

22 mi · 25 min · I 69
Exit 200 Toward I 465 South, I 69 South Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69

48 mi · 54 min · I 69
Exit 5 Toward I 69 South: Evansville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight left at fork onto I 69

104 mi · 1 hr 51 min · I 69
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
12

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 39 sec
Exit 10 Toward Lynch Road
13

Turn slight right

153 ft · 4 sec
14

Turn straight onto Lynch Road

498 ft · 15 sec · Lynch Road
15

Turn left onto North Burkhardt Road

2.5 mi · 4 min · North Burkhardt Road
16

Turn right onto SR 66

3.9 mi · 4 min · East Lloyd Expressway
17

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 36 sec
Toward US 41 South
18

Merge onto US 41; SR 66

0.3 mi · 33 sec · US 41; SR 66
19

Turn right onto East Walnut Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · East Walnut Street
20

Turn right

332 ft · 25 sec
21

At end of road, turn right

123 ft · 9 sec
22

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

For this 4-hour and 29-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Jonesboro to maximize daylight and arrive in Evansville with ample time. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 178.6 miles on I-69, plan your fuel and rest breaks strategically. The estimated fuel cost of $37 is quite reasonable, but it's always wise to top off your tank before hitting the longest segment. Keep an eye on traffic conditions, especially as you approach larger towns along I-69. Since this is a manageable day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your schedule as needed.

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 117.2 miles from Jonesboro, IN, or about 2h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 178.6 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 52 miles or 1h 4m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 117.2 miles or 2h 19m 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 39m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Evansville, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Jonesboro, 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 Jonesboro, IN

This is one driving day of about 234.3 miles and 4h 29m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Jonesboro, 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 69 for about 178.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

person who operates a mill

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Miller, IN

117 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.

Pacing Suggestions

Lawrence, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bloomington, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 117.2 miles from Jonesboro, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 178.6 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · early in the drive

El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant Beech Grove

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Beech Grove, IN

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch · 1h 17m in 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 10:30 am–10 pm

+13177552370

Visit website

La Cascada Mexican Restaurant

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Gas City, Indiana

0.7 mi

Mela Indian Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Indianapolis, Indiana

0.8 mi

Best coffee break · home stretch

Honey Moon Coffee Weinbach

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Evansville, Indiana

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch · 0min to go 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 6:45 am–6 pm

+18126023123

Visit website

El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant Beech Grove

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Beech Grove, IN

Hours: 10:30 am–10 pm

+13177552370

Visit website

La Cascada Mexican Restaurant

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Gas City, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+17655734831

Visit website

Mela Indian Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+13178692400

Visit website

Super Pollo Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm

+13175372478

Visit website

Cloverleaf Family Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Bloomington, Indiana

Hours: 5 am–3 pm

+18123341077

Visit website

Bugambilias Mexican Cuisine

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13175165978

Visit website

Denny's Restaurant

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13178494867

Visit website

Honest Indianapolis Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13178272137

Visit website

Honey Moon Coffee Weinbach

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Evansville, Indiana

Hours: 6:45 am–6 pm

+18126023123

Visit website

Mission Grounds

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10

Evansville, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+18124213808

Visit website

Capstone Cafe & Bookstore

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

Early stretch 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10

Carmel, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13175669132

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Bloomington, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Bloomington, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVBOLT Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Bloomington, Indiana

+18665212658

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Bloomington, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour

Marion, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Mississinewa 1812

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Marion, Indiana

+17656139248

Visit website

Evansville Wartime Museum

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

Home stretch 4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour

Evansville, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+18124247461

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 50.8 and 226.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
50.8 mi into trip | ~1h 3m 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
51.7 mi into trip | ~1h 4m 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
8
73.5 mi into trip | ~1h 30m in | I 69

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 South: Evansville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 5 Toward I 69 South: Evansville
5
122 mi into trip | ~2h 24m in | I 69

Keep slight left at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 South: Evansville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 69 South: Evansville
5
226.2 mi into trip | ~4h 16m in

Take the exit toward Lynch Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 10 Toward Lynch Road

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$36.63 one way

$73.26 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 82 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $40.22 $80.44
premium $4.89 $45.09 $90.18
diesel $5.61 $51.73 $103.46

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$37

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 82 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 70.3 0 $24.60 $11.25
Efficient EV 58.6 0 $20.50 $9.37
EV Truck/SUV 93.7 1 $32.80 $15.00

Gas CO2

82 kg

EV CO2

27 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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

Jonesboro, IN

Morning in Jonesboro on Tuesday

Local time

7:47 AM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Evansville, IN

Morning in Evansville on Tuesday

Local time

6:47 AM

CDT

Current temp

73°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

1 hour earlier

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

23 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

4h 29m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

George Rogers Clark National Historical Park

George Rogers Clark National Historical Park

National Historical Park

The British flag would not be raised above Fort Sackville Feb. 25, 1779. At 10 A.M., the garrison surrendered to American Colonel George Rogers Clark. His American army, aided by French residents of t...

20 mi from route ~51 min detour Free near mile 185.8
View on nps.gov
Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial

Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial

National Memorial

Abraham Lincoln grew from youth to manhood on this southern Indiana soil. Many character and moral traits of one of the world's most respected leaders was formed and nurtured here. Explore Lincoln's b...

26 mi from route ~64 min detour Free near mile 210.1
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive on this route, with 83% of your mileage occurring on high-speed roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 178.6 miles along I-69, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your travel. While primarily interstate, you'll also navigate segments on Strawtown Pike and SR 37, which can provide a slight change of scenery and pace. This road profile suggests a drive characterized by efficient travel, minimizing distractions and maximizing forward momentum.

83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 178.6 mi on I 69.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and Strawtown Pike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 50.8 miles in near I 69.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 234.3 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 50.8 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.7 miles (I 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73.5 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Arriving in Evansville, IN

Full guide →

Evansville is the largest city in Southern Indiana and the third-largest city in the state. It is the county seat of Vanderburgh County and the regional hub for the Indiana, Kentucky, and Illinois tri-state area. In 2010, the city had a population of 117,000. In 2008 the Evansville metropolitan area was home to 350,000 people.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 29m. Total distance: 234.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 178.6 miles on I 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Evansville, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 50.8 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.7 miles (I 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73.5 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Evansville, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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