Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
30m
Distance
17.2 mi
28 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Milan, IN
Dmitry Voronov
Ballstown, IN
Anastasia Shuraeva
This short 17.2-mile journey from Milan to Ballstown, Indiana, is easily manageable as a day trip, taking about 30 minutes to complete. You'll primarily be on SR 229 and West Indian Trail, with some time on SR 48. Given the estimated fuel cost of just $3, this drive is very budget-friendly. The route is mostly highway-focused, making it a straightforward and efficient way to travel between these two points within the Midwest region. It's a quick hop that doesn't require an overnight stay, offering flexibility for when you decide to depart.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 229 | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| West Indian Trail | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| SR 48 | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| North State Highway 129 | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| North Warpath Drive | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Carr Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Clark Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Milan, IN and Ballstown, IN.
Start on Clark Street
Turn left onto South Main Street
Turn right onto East Carr Street
Turn sharp left onto SR 101
Turn left onto SR 350
Turn right onto SR 129
Turn left onto SR 48
Turn right onto SR 229
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 8.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto East Carr Street
Navigation decision point
Turn sharp left onto SR 101 / North Warpath Drive
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Turn left onto SR 350 / West Indian Trail
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto SR 48
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$2.86 one way
$5.72 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $3.11 | $6.23 |
| premium | $5.18 | $3.51 | $7.02 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $3.62 | $7.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.81 | $0.83 |
| Efficient EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.51 | $0.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.41 | $1.10 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Milan on Wednesday
Local time
5:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Sunny
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued June 2 at 9:48PM EDT until June 4 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
Destination
Evening in Ballstown on Wednesday
Local time
5:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Sunny
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued June 2 at 9:48PM EDT until June 4 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a highway-focused drive with 69% of the route on higher-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 4.7 miles on SR 229, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the trip. While the profile suggests a highway feel, the inclusion of local roads like West Indian Trail and SR 48 means you'll experience a slight shift in road character. This blend provides a dynamic yet efficient driving experience, avoiding a monotonous interstate grind while still making good time.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 229 and West Indian Trail. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Main Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 30m drive. You will face about 7 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 (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Carr Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (SR 101 / North Warpath Drive): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
124 ft
Total Descent
211 ft
Highest Point
1,011 ft
~3.7 mi in
Elevation Range
107 ft
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 30m. Total distance: 17.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Straightforward navigation.
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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