New Haven, IN to Evansville, IN is 299.7 miles and takes about 5h 33m via I 69, with a fuel budget near $46 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays entirely within Indiana, traversing the Midwest region. It's a straightforward drive primarily on one major interstate, making it a convenient option for a single-day journey. You'll find it a practical and efficient way to get from one part of the state to another without much complication.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
149.8 miles from New Haven, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 46m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 69
270.4 mi
4h 55m
Ronald Reagan Expressway
19.1 mi
20m
East Lloyd Expressway
3.9 mi
4m
North Burkhardt Road
2.5 mi
4m
SR 930
0.9 mi
1m
East Walnut Street
0.7 mi
1m
US 41
0.3 mi
<1m
Green Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 270.4 mi, about 4h 55m
Traffic on I-465
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 40 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~4,704 veh/hr typical
Quietest
1 AM
~471 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
10×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 47 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Haven, IN and Evansville, IN.
1
Start on this road
115 ft·13 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto Lincoln Highway East
0.2 mi·24 sec·Lincoln Highway East
3
Turn right onto Green Street
0.2 mi·41 sec·Green Street
4
Turn left onto SR 930
0.9 mi·1 min·SR 930
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
6
Merge onto I 469
19 mi·20 min·Ronald Reagan Expressway
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·52 sec
Exit 0AToward I 69 South: Indianapolis
8
Merge onto I 69; US 33
71 mi·1 hr 15 min·I 69; US 33
9
Continue on I 69; SR 9; SR 67
24 mi·26 min·I 69; SR 9; SR 67
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
1.0 mi·1 min·I 69
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on I 69
22 mi·25 min·I 69
Exit 200Toward I 465 South, I 69 SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
48 mi·54 min·I 69
Exit 5Toward I 69 South: EvansvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
104 mi·1 hr 51 min·I 69
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi·39 sec
Exit 10Toward Lynch Road
15
Turn slight right
153 ft·4 sec
16
Turn straight onto Lynch Road
498 ft·15 sec·Lynch Road
17
Turn left onto North Burkhardt Road
2.5 mi·4 min·North Burkhardt Road
18
Turn right onto SR 66
3.9 mi·4 min·East Lloyd Expressway
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi·36 sec
Toward US 41 South
20
Merge onto US 41; SR 66
0.3 mi·33 sec·US 41; SR 66
21
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
0.7 mi·1 min·East Walnut Street
22
Turn right
332 ft·25 sec
23
At end of road, turn right
123 ft·9 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 5.5-hour drive, consider departing in the morning to ensure you have plenty of daylight. With only one recommended stop and a 270-mile stretch on I 69, you can easily complete this trip in a single day. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longest stretch on I 69, as services can be spread out. The relatively short duration means you have flexibility in your departure time and can adjust your stop based on your needs.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 149.8 miles from New Haven, IN, or about 2h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 270.4 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 66 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 149.8 miles or 2h 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Evansville, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving New Haven, 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 New Haven, IN
This is one driving day of about 299.7 miles and 5h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 66 miles from New Haven, 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 69 for about 270.4 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 138.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|Green Street
Turn right onto Green Street
Navigation decision point
5
20.9 mi into trip|~24m in
Take the exit toward I 69 South: Indianapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 0A
Toward I 69 South: Indianapolis
6
116.1 mi into trip|~2h 7m in|I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
5
117.1 mi into trip|~2h 8m in|I 69
Continue onto I 69 toward I 465 South, I 69 South
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 200
Toward I 465 South, I 69 South
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138.8 mi into trip|~2h 33m in|I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 South: Evansville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$44.26 one way
$88.52 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg105 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$48.86
$97.72
premium
$4.72
$55.65
$111.29
diesel
$4.80
$56.59
$113.18
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 104.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
89.9
1
$31.47
$14.39
Efficient EV
74.9
0
$26.22
$11.99
EV Truck/SUV
119.9
1
$41.96
$19.18
Gas CO2
105 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
New Haven, IN
Night
in New Haven on Saturday
Local time
9:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
S 5 mph75% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 4:50PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 4:50PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Destination
Evansville, IN
Evening
in Evansville on Saturday
Local time
8:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
92°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
N 5 mph56% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 4:50PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 4:50PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
61°F
Clermont, IN
150 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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
3 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
5h 33m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
George Rogers Clark National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The British flag would not be raised above Fort Sackville Feb. 25, 1779. At 10 A.M., the garrison surrendered to American Colonel George Rogers Clark. His American army, aided by French residents of t...
20 mi from route
~49 min detour
Free
near mile 248
Abraham Lincoln grew from youth to manhood on this southern Indiana soil. Many character and moral traits of one of the world's most respected leaders was formed and nurtured here. Explore Lincoln's b...
26 mi from route
~65 min detour
Free
near mile 268.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is almost entirely highway at 98%, with a substantial 270.4-mile stretch on I 69. You'll experience consistent highway driving for the vast majority of the trip. Expect a high density of exits and relatively smooth cruising for much of the way. The final miles may involve surface roads as you approach Evansville.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 270.4 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and Ronald Reagan Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Green Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 299.7 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 0.2 miles (Green Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 116.1 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Evansville is the largest city in Southern Indiana and the third-largest city in the state. It is the county seat of Vanderburgh County and the regional hub for the Indiana, Kentucky, and Illinois tri-state area. In 2010, the city had a population of 117,000. In 2008 the Evansville metropolitan area was home to 350,000 people.
Top landmarks
•University of Evansville — private university in Evansville, Indiana, United States
•USS LST-325 — 1942 LST-1-class tank landing ship, later converted to a museum ship
•Masonic Temple — Masonic temple in Evansville, Indiana, USA
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 33m. Total distance: 299.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 270.4 miles on I 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 13 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Evansville, 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. There are 13 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Green Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 116.1 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.6 hours each way, a round trip means 11.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Evansville, IN before the return drive.
