Origin
Lebanon, IN
Late night in Lebanon on Sunday
Local time
12:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lebanon, IN to Royalton, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
16m
Distance
11.8 mi
19 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 15m
★
6 AM
0h 16m
8 AM
0h 19m
10 AM
0h 17m
12 PM
0h 17m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 19m
8 PM
0h 15m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lebanon, IN
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Royalton, IN
Leonell Mendoza
Trip Overview
Lebanon, IN to Royalton, IN is 11.8 miles and takes about 16 minutes via I 65, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Midwest, specifically Indiana, making it a convenient local hop. You'll primarily be on the interstate, so expect a straightforward journey. With a drive this brief, it's perfect for those days when you just need to get from point A to point B quickly without a lot of fuss. Consider it a quick transition rather than a destination in itself.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 8.3 mi | 8m |
| Indianapolis Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| North Lebanon Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Whitestown Parkway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Circle Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 8.3 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lebanon, IN and Royalton, IN.
1
Start on SR 39
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Lebanon Street
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
3
Merge onto I 65; US 52
8.3 mi
·
8 min
·
I 65; US 52
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 130
Toward Whitestown Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
5
Turn right onto Whitestown Parkway
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Whitestown Parkway
6
Enter roundabout onto Indianapolis Road
352 ft
·
7 sec
·
Indianapolis Road
7
Continue on Indianapolis Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Indianapolis Road
8
Turn right onto Circle Drive
228 ft
·
6 sec
·
Circle Drive
9
Arrive at destination
Circle Drive
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 11.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
7
9.6 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward Whitestown Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 130
Toward Whitestown Parkway
4
9.8 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
Whitestown Parkway
Turn right onto Whitestown Parkway
Navigation decision point
5
10 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
Indianapolis Road
Enter roundabout onto Indianapolis Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
11.8 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
Circle Drive
Turn right onto Circle Drive
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.84 one way
$3.69 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.03 | $4.05 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.27 | $4.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.61 | $5.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.24 | $0.57 |
| Efficient EV | 3 | 0 | $1.03 | $0.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.65 | $0.76 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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.
Destination
Royalton, IN
Late night in Royalton on Sunday
Local time
12:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
16m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is heavily focused on highway travel, with 72% of the route utilizing major roadways like I 65. You'll encounter an 8.3-mile stretch on I 65 without significant interruptions, offering a consistent pace. The profile is described as highway-focused, suggesting minimal time on slower local roads. Expect a functional and efficient drive, prioritizing directness over scenic detours. The journey from Lebanon to Royalton is designed for speed and ease of navigation.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.3 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and Indianapolis Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 16m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 9.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.8 miles (Whitestown Parkway): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 16m. Total distance: 11.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.3 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 9.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.8 miles (Whitestown Parkway): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Royalton, IN before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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