Spanning 111.6 miles across the Indiana heartland, this journey from Miller to Jeffersonville is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 2 hours and 16 minutes behind the wheel. Because the total duration is quite manageable, you can easily complete the drive in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $15 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Midwest locations. Since there are no designated stops planned for this route, it functions best as a direct transit rather than a sightseeing tour. Keep in mind that this is a localized trip, so you will remain within the same state throughout your travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
55.8 miles from Miller, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 13m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
87.2 mi
1h 33m
Johnson County Route 144
8.1 mi
12m
North Mann Road
3.8 mi
6m
West Jefferson Street
2.7 mi
4m
SR 144
2.4 mi
4m
West Old Plank Road
2 mi
2m
East King Street
1.5 mi
2m
East Landersdale Road
1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 87.2 mi, about 1h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Miller, IN and Jeffersonville, IN.
1
Start on Forest Drive
0.1 mi·40 sec·Forest Drive
2
Turn left onto East Landersdale Road
1.0 mi·2 min·East Landersdale Road
3
Turn right onto North Mann Road
3.8 mi·6 min·North Mann Road
4
Turn left onto SR 144
2.0 mi·3 min·SR 144
5
Enter roundabout onto SR 144
124 ft·7 sec·SR 144
6
Continue on SR 144
0.2 mi·41 sec·SR 144
7
Turn straight onto SR 144
0.1 mi·21 sec·SR 144
8
Turn straight onto CR 144
2.7 mi·4 min·Johnson County Route 144
9
Enter roundabout onto CR 144
117 ft·1 sec·Johnson County Route 144
10
Continue on CR 144
0.4 mi·38 sec·Johnson County Route 144
11
Enter roundabout onto CR 144
101 ft·1 sec·Johnson County Route 144
12
Continue on CR 144
1.9 mi·2 min·Johnson County Route 144
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on CR 144
2.0 mi·2 min·West Old Plank Road
14
Continue on SR 144
2.5 mi·3 min·Johnson County Route 144
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Enter roundabout onto Johnson County Route 144
184 ft·3 sec·Johnson County Route 144
16
Continue on Johnson County Route 144
0.6 mi·53 sec·Johnson County Route 144
17
Continue on SR 144
0.6 mi·51 sec·West Jefferson Street
18
Enter roundabout onto West Jefferson Street
126 ft·2 sec·West Jefferson Street
19
Continue on West Jefferson Street
2.1 mi·3 min·West Jefferson Street
20
Turn left onto North Forsythe Street
491 ft·10 sec·North Forsythe Street
21
Turn right onto East King Street
0.6 mi·52 sec·East King Street
22
Enter roundabout onto East King Street
134 ft·2 sec·East King Street
23
Continue on East King Street
0.9 mi·1 min·East King Street
24
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·43 sec
25
Merge onto I 65
87 mi·1 hr 33 min·I 65
26
Take the exit
0.3 mi·32 sec
Exit 1Toward US 31 South: Jeffersonville, Clarksville
27
Turn straight onto US 31
0.7 mi·1 min·US 31
28
Turn slight right
0.5 mi·1 min
29
Continue on East 10th Street
419 ft·12 sec·East 10th Street
30
Turn right onto Wall Street
0.2 mi·38 sec·Wall Street
31
Turn left onto East 8th Street
0.2 mi·32 sec·East 8th Street
32
Turn right onto Watt Street
0.2 mi·34 sec·Watt Street
33
Arrive at destination
Watt Street
Trip Plan
Since you are tackling a turn-heavy route, starting your drive during daylight hours is highly recommended to better navigate the local road segments. Being a shorter 2-hour and 16-minute trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best without needing to worry about complex overnight logistics. Keep a close eye on your GPS, as the reliance on local roads means you will encounter more intersections and turns than a typical highway route. Although the $15 fuel estimate is modest, ensure your tank is topped off before departing Miller, as local roads may offer fewer convenient fueling options than a major interstate corridor. Enjoy the freedom of a direct, single-day transit that gets you to Jeffersonville efficiently.
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 55.8 miles from Miller, IN, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 87.2 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 25 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.8 miles or 1h 13m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jeffersonville, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Miller, 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 Miller, IN
This is one driving day of about 111.6 miles and 2h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Miller, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 87.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
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 0.1 and 111.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|East Landersdale Road
Turn left onto East Landersdale Road
Navigation decision point
5
21 mi into trip|~35m in|East King Street
Enter roundabout onto East King Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
109.4 mi into trip|~2h 11m in
Take the exit toward US 31 South: Jeffersonville, Clarksville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 1
Toward US 31 South: Jeffersonville, Clarksville
5
111.2 mi into trip|~2h 15m in|East 8th Street
Turn left onto East 8th Street
Navigation decision point
5
111.4 mi into trip|~2h 15m in|Watt Street
Turn right onto Watt Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.45 one way
$34.89 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg39 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$19.16
$38.31
premium
$4.89
$21.48
$42.95
diesel
$5.61
$24.64
$49.28
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
33.5
0
$11.72
$5.36
Efficient EV
27.9
0
$9.76
$4.46
EV Truck/SUV
44.6
0
$15.62
$7.14
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Miller, IN
Morning
in Miller on Sunday
Local time
8:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Jeffersonville, IN
Morning
in Jeffersonville on Sunday
Local time
8:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Columbus, IN
56 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
1 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
2h 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged rather than lulling you into the monotony of a long interstate haul. With a highway share of 0%, you will spend your entire journey navigating local roads like East Landersdale Road and North Mann Road. This lack of highway travel means your speed will be consistent with local traffic patterns rather than high-speed cruising. Because the route relies entirely on local infrastructure, the experience is defined by frequent turns and changing road conditions. Prepare for a hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention compared to a standard highway commute.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 87.2 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and Johnson County Route 144. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Landersdale Road.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 16m drive. You will face about 17 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Landersdale Road): Navigation decision point; at 21 miles (East King Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 109.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 16m. Total distance: 111.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 87.2 miles on I 65. 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 0.1 miles (East Landersdale Road): Navigation decision point; at 21 miles (East King Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 109.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jeffersonville, IN before heading back.
