Origin
Richland, IN
Afternoon in Richland on Sunday
Local time
4:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Richland, IN to Greenwood, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
42 mi
68 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Richland, IN
Mats Van Lishout
Greenwood, IN
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Trip Overview
Richland, IN to Greenwood, IN is 42 miles and takes about 1h 8m via SR 244 and I 74, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Indiana, traversing the Midwest region. Given its short distance and straightforward progression, it's a practical option for a quick journey or to add onto another trip. You'll find the route is primarily highway-focused, making it an efficient way to get from point A to point B without significant detours.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 244 | 16 mi | 28m |
| I 74 | 8.8 mi | 9m |
| West 400 N | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| East 700 N | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| East Worthsville Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| W 400 N | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| East Main Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| I 65 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 244
— 16 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richland, IN and Greenwood, IN.
1
Start on SR 244
16 mi
·
28 min
·
SR 244
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 74 West, US 421 North: Indianapolis
3
Merge onto I 74; US 421
8.8 mi
·
9 min
·
I 74; US 421
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 109
Toward Fairland Road
5
Turn left onto W 400 N
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
W 400 N
6
Continue on East Carey Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Carey Street
7
Continue on West 400 N
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
West 400 N
8
Continue on East 700 N
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
East 700 N
9
Turn right onto South Franklin Road
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
South Franklin Road
10
Turn left onto East Worthsville Road
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
East Worthsville Road
11
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
12
Merge onto I 65
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 65
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 99
Toward Main Street
14
Turn left onto East Main Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
Use the straight lane.
15
Arrive at destination
Main Street West
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21 miles from Richland, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 105 decision points cluster between mile 16 and 40.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
16 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the ramp toward I 74 West, US 421 North: Indianapolis
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 74 West, US 421 North: Indianapolis
5
25 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward Fairland Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 109
Toward Fairland Road
4
35.7 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
South Franklin Road
Turn right onto South Franklin Road
Navigation decision point
5
39.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward Main Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 99
Toward Main Street
6
40.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
East Main Street
Turn left onto East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.57 one way
$13.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.21 | $14.42 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.08 | $16.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.27 | $18.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.41 | $2.02 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.68 | $1.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.88 | $2.69 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Greenwood, IN
Afternoon in Greenwood on Sunday
Local time
4:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Shelbyville, IN
21 mi in
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
22 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
1h 8m 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 largely highway-focused, with 62% of the drive utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a mix of road types, but expect significant time on I 74. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 16 miles along SR 244, offering a more consistent pace before merging onto faster thoroughfares. The drive progresses efficiently, transitioning between state routes and interstate highways, which contributes to its relatively short duration.
62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16 mi on SR 244.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 244 and I 74. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 16 miles in.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 8m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 16 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 35.7 miles (South Franklin Road): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 42 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16 miles on SR 244. 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: at 16 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 35.7 miles (South Franklin Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Greenwood, 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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