Origin
Mount Vernon, IN
Morning in Mount Vernon on Tuesday
Local time
8:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mount Vernon, IN to Jeffersonville, IN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 40m
Distance
139 mi
224 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 29m
★
6 AM
2h 40m
8 AM
3h 1m
10 AM
2h 47m
12 PM
2h 45m
3 PM
2h 48m
5 PM
3h 0m
8 PM
2h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Vernon, IN
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Jeffersonville, IN
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Trip Overview
Mount Vernon, IN to Jeffersonville, IN is 139 miles and takes about 2h 40m via I 64 and I 69, with a fuel budget near $22 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays entirely within Indiana, moving through the Midwest region. It's a straightforward trip, mostly on major highways, making it a good option if you're looking for efficiency and minimal fuss. Expect a quick transit with straightforward navigation, suitable for a single-day excursion without needing an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
69.5 miles from Mount Vernon, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 98.8 mi | 1h 49m |
| East 4th Street | 23.9 mi | 27m |
| I 69 | 11.3 mi | 12m |
| North Burkhardt Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Morgan Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Court Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Abraham Lincoln Bridge | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Walnut Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 98.8 mi, about 1h 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Vernon, IN and Jeffersonville, IN.
1
Start on SR 62; SR 69
24 mi
·
27 min
·
East 4th Street
2
Turn left onto North Burkhardt Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Burkhardt Road
3
Turn right onto SR 62
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Morgan Avenue
4
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
5
Merge onto I 69
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 69
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 21A
Toward I 64 East: Louisville
7
Merge onto I 64
92 mi
·
1 hr 39 min
·
I 64
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64; US 150
7.1 mi
·
9 min
·
I 64; US 150
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 5
Toward I 65 South, I 65 Toll North: Nashville, Indianapolis
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward I 65 Toll North: Indianapolis
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 65
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Abraham Lincoln Bridge
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward Court Avenue, 6th Street
13
Turn right onto West Court Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Court Avenue
14
Turn left onto Walnut Street
221 ft
·
11 sec
·
Walnut Street
15
Turn right
204 ft
·
20 sec
16
Turn left
131 ft
·
11 sec
17
Turn right
212 ft
·
17 sec
18
At end of road, turn right onto Watt Street
96 ft
·
4 sec
·
Watt Street
19
Arrive at destination
Watt Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 40m drive time, leaving in the morning from Mount Vernon allows ample time to reach Jeffersonville before evening. The route is efficient, so you can consider a single stop for fuel or a quick break, perhaps midway through the 98.8-mile stretch on I 64. The estimated fuel cost is around $22, so budget accordingly. Since this is a relatively short, same-day trip, you have flexibility with your departure time and can easily adjust your schedule based on conditions.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 69.5 miles from Mount Vernon, IN, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.8 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 31 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.5 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 7m
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 Mount Vernon, 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 Mount Vernon, IN
This is one driving day of about 139 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Mount Vernon, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 98.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
70 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 69.5 miles from Mount Vernon, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 98.8 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 37.5 and 138 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
37.5 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward I 64 East: Louisville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 21A
Toward I 64 East: Louisville
6
129.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 24m in
|
I 64; US 150
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64; US 150
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
136.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 34m in
Take the exit toward I 65 South, I 65 Toll North: Nashville, Indianapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 5
Toward I 65 South, I 65 Toll North: Nashville,...
7
137 mi into trip
|
~2h 34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 65 Toll North: Indianapolis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 65 Toll North: Indianapolis
5
138 mi into trip
|
~2h 36m in
Take the exit toward Court Avenue, 6th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Court Avenue, 6th Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.73 one way
$43.46 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $23.86 | $47.72 |
| premium | $4.89 | $26.75 | $53.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.69 | $61.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.7 | 0 | $14.59 | $6.67 |
| Efficient EV | 34.8 | 0 | $12.16 | $5.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.6 | 0 | $19.46 | $8.90 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Jeffersonville, IN
Morning in Jeffersonville on Tuesday
Local time
9:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
17 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 40m 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 route is predominantly highway driving, with 79% of the trip on major roads. You'll experience a continuous stretch of 98.8 miles on I 64, offering a consistent cruising experience. After this long highway segment, you'll transition to surface streets like East 4th Street before merging onto I 69. Be prepared for a change in pace as you exit the interstate and navigate local traffic.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 98.8 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and East 4th Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 37.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 139 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 37.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 129.8 miles (I 64; US 150): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 136.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Arriving in Jeffersonville, IN
Full guide →Jeffersonville, often called "Jeff" by locals, is the county seat of Clark County in Southern Indiana, on the opposite side of the Ohio River from Louisville, Kentucky and connected to Louisville by the Kennedy, Lincoln, and Lewis and Clark Bridges. It has a population of 48,000 (2019).
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 40m. Total distance: 139 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 98.8 miles on I 64. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Jeffersonville, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 37.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 129.8 miles (I 64; US 150): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 136.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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.
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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