Origin
Madison, IN
Late night in Madison on Sunday
Local time
3:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Madison, IN to Brooksburg, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
12m
Distance
7.9 mi
13 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 11m
★
6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 15m
10 AM
0h 13m
12 PM
0h 13m
3 PM
0h 13m
5 PM
0h 15m
8 PM
0h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Madison, IN
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Brooksburg, IN
Diogo Miranda
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick, straightforward connection in the heart of the Midwest, the 7.9-mile jaunt from Madison, Indiana to Brooksburg, Indiana is an ideal choice. You can easily complete this drive in about 12 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a flexible day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a minimal fuel budget of just $1, you will find this to be an incredibly economical journey. Because both the origin and destination are located within the same state, you can expect a consistent regional feel throughout the transition. Whether you are running errands or simply exploring local backroads, this short trip is a low-stress way to get from point A to point B.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Park Avenue | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| East Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Brooksburg Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Harrison Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East 2nd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Old State Road 56 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Park Avenue
— 6.9 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison, IN and Brooksburg, IN.
1
Start on this road
71 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto West Street
184 ft
·
7 sec
·
West Street
3
Turn right onto SR 56
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
East Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
Continue on US 421; SR 56
431 ft
·
11 sec
·
Harrison Street
5
Turn left onto East 2nd Street
346 ft
·
5 sec
·
East 2nd Street
6
Continue on SR 56
6.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Park Avenue
7
Turn left onto South Brooksburg Main Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
South Brooksburg Main Street
8
Turn left onto East Old State Road 56
178 ft
·
10 sec
·
East Old State Road 56
9
Turn right
85 ft
·
6 sec
10
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 7.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West Street
Turn right onto West Street
Navigation decision point
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 56 / East Main Street
Turn right onto SR 56 / East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
East 2nd Street
Turn left onto East 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
5
7.8 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
East Old State Road 56
Turn left onto East Old State Road 56
Navigation decision point
5
7.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.24 one way
$2.47 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.36 | $2.71 |
| premium | $4.89 | $1.52 | $3.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.74 | $3.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.83 | $0.38 |
| Efficient EV | 2 | 0 | $0.69 | $0.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.11 | $0.51 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Destination
Brooksburg, IN
Late night in Brooksburg on Sunday
Local time
3:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°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
21 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
12m 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 driving experience that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. You will spend your time navigating Park Avenue, East Main Street, and South Brooksburg Main Street, as this route features zero highway driving. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 6.9 miles while traveling along Park Avenue. Because the route relies entirely on local roads, you should prepare for a slower, more deliberate pace rather than a high-speed interstate commute. This drive offers a practical look at the local infrastructure, emphasizing neighborhood connectivity over highway efficiency.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.9 mi on Park Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Street.
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 12m 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: near the start (West Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (SR 56 / East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (East 2nd Street): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
508 ft
456 ft
Total Climb
70 ft
Total Descent
87 ft
Highest Point
508 ft
~0.6 mi in
Elevation Range
52 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Madison, IN
Full guide →Madison is a city along the Ohio River in Southern Indiana. Madison is surrounded by scenic limestone bluffs. The hills are tree-covered and the farmlands are fertile. Many of the grand homes and historic commercial buildings are still in use. The past co-exists with the present in perfect harmony. Jefferson County is home to one of Indiana’s most beautiful state parks, Clifty Falls. This lush 1200-acre park offers scenic vista, four waterfalls and many hiking trails. Southern Indiana is also a nationally recognized wine region and three award-winning wineries are located within Jefferson County. Madison is also known as an antique mecca in the Midwest. Numerous specialty shops, unique restaurants and quaint B&Bs complement the historic downtown.
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 12m. Total distance: 7.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.9 miles on Park Avenue. 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: near the start (West Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (SR 56 / East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (East 2nd Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Brooksburg, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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