Origin
Orland, IN
Morning in Orland on Tuesday
Local time
8:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Orland, IN to Penn Park, 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
48m
Distance
25.4 mi
41 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Orland, IN
Connor Scott McManus
Penn Park, IN
Mariya Eskina
Trip Overview
This 25.4-mile drive from Orland to Penn Park, Indiana, is a quick 48-minute journey perfect for a single day trip. You'll navigate primarily through local roads, with only about 14% of the route on highways, giving it a more community-focused feel. With an estimated fuel cost of just $4, this is a budget-friendly option for a short excursion within the Midwest region. No overnight stays are recommended, allowing you to complete the entire trip within a few hours. It's a straightforward drive that won't demand a full day but offers a pleasant change of scenery.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Maumee Street | 9.4 mi | 15m |
| South Bronson Street | 6 mi | 10m |
| West Bellefontaine Road | 5 mi | 12m |
| South Old US Hwy 27 | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| South Wayne Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Lane 221B Hamilton Lake | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Lane 221 Hamilton Lake | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Toledo Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Maumee Street
— 9.4 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orland, IN and Penn Park, IN.
1
Start on SR 120
90 ft
·
5 sec
·
Toledo Street
2
Turn right onto SR 327
6.0 mi
·
10 min
·
South Bronson Street
3
Turn left onto US 20
9.4 mi
·
15 min
·
West Maumee Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Enter roundabout
41 ft
·
3 sec
5
Continue
253 ft
·
5 sec
6
Continue on South Wayne Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Wayne Street
7
Continue on South Old US Hwy 27
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
South Old US Hwy 27
8
Turn slight left onto West Bellefontaine Road
5.0 mi
·
12 min
·
West Bellefontaine Road
9
Turn left onto Lane 221 Hamilton Lake
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Lane 221 Hamilton Lake
10
Turn slight right onto Lane 221B Hamilton Lake
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
Lane 221B Hamilton Lake
11
Continue on Lane 221B Hamilton Lake
502 ft
·
22 sec
·
Lane 221B Hamilton Lake
12
Arrive at destination
Lane 221B Hamilton Lake
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 24.8 — 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
|
SR 327 / South Bronson Street
Turn right onto SR 327 / South Bronson Street
Navigation decision point
6
6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 20 / West Maumee Street
Turn left onto US 20 / West Maumee Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
15.4 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
24.8 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
Lane 221 Hamilton Lake
Turn left onto Lane 221 Hamilton Lake
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.97 one way
$7.94 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.36 | $8.72 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.89 | $9.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.61 | $11.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.67 | $1.22 |
| Efficient EV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.22 | $1.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.56 | $1.63 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Penn Park, IN
Morning in Penn Park on Tuesday
Local time
8:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
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
48m 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 drive' for this 25.4-mile route. With only 14% highway share, you'll spend most of your time on streets like West Maumee Street and South Bronson Street. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 9.4 miles on West Maumee Street, offering a brief period of consistent travel before you encounter more frequent turns. This profile suggests a drive that weaves through towns and local landscapes rather than cruising on open highways.
Only 14% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.4 mi on West Maumee Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 327 / South Bronson Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Orland, IN to Penn Park, IN is easy. At 48m with 14% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 327 / South Bronson Street): Navigation decision point; at 6 miles (US 20 / West Maumee Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.4 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 25.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (14%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.4 miles on West Maumee Street. 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 (SR 327 / South Bronson Street): Navigation decision point; at 6 miles (US 20 / West Maumee Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.4 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Penn Park, 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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