Origin
Loogootee, IN
Late night in Loogootee on Sunday
Local time
4:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Loogootee, IN to Indianapolis, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 1m
Distance
98.9 mi
159 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 52m
★
6 AM
2h 1m
8 AM
2h 19m
10 AM
2h 7m
12 PM
2h 5m
3 PM
2h 8m
5 PM
2h 18m
8 PM
1h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Loogootee, IN
BM Amaro
Trip Overview
This 101.1-mile drive from Loogootee, Indiana, to Indianapolis, Indiana, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 48 minutes. Navigating primarily local roads like Old State Road 37, West Epler Avenue, and Epler Avenue to Harding Street, you'll experience a more direct, turn-heavy journey rather than an interstate cruise. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, this route is budget-friendly for a quick excursion. Both your origin and destination are within the Midwest region, so expect familiar Midwestern landscapes throughout your trip. This drive is ideal for those who prefer a less highway-dependent experience.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.5 miles from Loogootee, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 74.2 mi | 1h 21m |
| North John F Kennedy Avenue | 16.8 mi | 22m |
| South Harding Street | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Kentucky Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Old State Road 37 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Morris Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Maryland Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West Epler Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 74.2 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Loogootee, IN and Indianapolis, IN.
1
Start on US 231
17 mi
·
22 min
·
North John F Kennedy Avenue
2
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
3
Merge onto I 69
74 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
·
I 69
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 162
Toward Epler Avenue to Harding Street
Use the slight right lane.
5
Turn right onto West Epler Avenue
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
West Epler Avenue
6
Continue on Old State Road 37
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Old State Road 37
7
Continue on South Harding Street
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
South Harding Street
8
Turn right onto West Morris Street
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
West Morris Street
Use the right lane.
9
Turn left onto Kentucky Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Kentucky Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on West South Street
500 ft
·
24 sec
·
West South Street
11
Turn left onto South Missouri Street
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Missouri Street
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on South West Street
475 ft
·
20 sec
·
South West Street
13
Turn right onto West Maryland Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Maryland Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto South Illinois Street
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Illinois Street
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto West Market Street
351 ft
·
16 sec
·
West Market Street
16
At end of road, turn right
257 ft
·
28 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short distance of 101.1 miles and a duration of under two hours, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day. You have the flexibility to leave Loogootee whenever you're ready, but consider departing earlier in the day to avoid potential local traffic, especially as you approach Indianapolis. With no designated stops and a low fuel cost of around $15, you can easily make this trip without needing to plan extensive breaks. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to local speed limits and traffic signals, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests frequent changes and potential for slowing down.
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 49.5 miles from Loogootee, IN, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.2 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 22 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.5 miles or 58m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Indianapolis, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Loogootee, 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 Loogootee, IN
This is one driving day of about 98.9 miles and 2h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Loogootee, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 69 for about 74.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.5 miles from Loogootee, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.2 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 17.1 and 98.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
17.1 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
I 69
Merge onto I 69
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
91.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 45m in
Take the exit toward Epler Avenue to Harding Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 162
Toward Epler Avenue to Harding Street
7
97.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
|
South Missouri Street
Turn left onto South Missouri Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
98.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
|
West Maryland Street
Turn right onto West Maryland Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
98.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m in
|
South Illinois Street
Turn left onto South Illinois Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.46 one way
$30.92 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.98 | $33.95 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.03 | $38.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.84 | $43.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.7 | 0 | $10.38 | $4.75 |
| Efficient EV | 24.7 | 0 | $8.65 | $3.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.6 | 0 | $13.85 | $6.33 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Indianapolis, IN
Late night in Indianapolis on Sunday
Local time
4:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
55°F
Martinsville, IN
49 mi in
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
3 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 1m 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?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 101.1-mile journey. With a highway share of 0%, you'll be on surface streets and county roads for the entire duration. This means you'll be making frequent turns and navigating through towns rather than cruising on an open highway. While there isn't a 'longest stretch' noted, be prepared for a continuous engagement with local traffic and signals. The road's character will likely shift as you pass through different communities on your way north to Indianapolis, offering a more intimate feel of the Indiana landscape.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 74.2 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and North John F Kennedy Avenue. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 17.1 miles in near I 69.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 98.9 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 17.1 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.9 miles (South Missouri Street): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Indianapolis, IN
Full guide →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).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 1m. Total distance: 98.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 74.2 miles on I 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 17.1 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.9 miles (South Missouri Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Indianapolis, 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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