If you are planning a trip from Speedway to Evansville, expect a journey covering 168.9 miles that typically takes about 2 hours and 44 minutes. This trek stays entirely within the Midwest, moving you across the heart of Indiana. Because the drive is relatively short, it is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight lodging unless you prefer a slower pace. You should budget approximately $23 for fuel to complete the trip. Since the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, it offers a more grounded, hands-on driving experience. It is a straightforward connection that suits travelers who prefer avoiding the monotony of high-speed highway travel.
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
85.5 miles from Speedway, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 37m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 69
151.7 mi
2h 45m
I 74
9.4 mi
10m
East Lloyd Expressway
3.9 mi
4m
North Burkhardt Road
2.5 mi
4m
East Walnut Street
0.7 mi
1m
Crawfordsville Road
0.3 mi
<1m
US 41
0.3 mi
<1m
West 25th Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 151.7 mi, about 2h 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Speedway, IN and Evansville, IN.
1
Start on this road
75 ft·10 sec·this road
2
Turn left
262 ft·25 sec
3
Turn sharp right onto West 25th Street
0.1 mi·21 sec·West 25th Street
4
Turn left onto North High School Road
315 ft·14 sec·North High School Road
Use the left lane.
5
Turn slight right
275 ft·11 sec
6
Turn straight onto Crawfordsville Road
0.3 mi·43 sec·Crawfordsville Road
7
Turn left
0.4 mi·55 sec
Toward I 465 South, I 74 EastUse the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 74; I 465
9.4 mi·10 min·I 74; I 465
9
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 5Toward I 69 South: EvansvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 69
47 mi·53 min·I 69
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
104 mi·1 hr 51 min·I 69
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi·39 sec
Exit 10Toward Lynch Road
13
Turn slight right
153 ft·4 sec
14
Turn straight onto Lynch Road
498 ft·15 sec·Lynch Road
15
Turn left onto North Burkhardt Road
2.5 mi·4 min·North Burkhardt Road
16
Turn right onto SR 66
3.9 mi·4 min·East Lloyd Expressway
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi·36 sec
Toward US 41 South
18
Merge onto US 41; SR 66
0.3 mi·33 sec·US 41; SR 66
19
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
0.7 mi·1 min·East Walnut Street
20
Turn right
332 ft·25 sec
21
At end of road, turn right
123 ft·9 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the nature of these local roads, your best strategy is to leave with plenty of daylight to navigate the turns comfortably. Plan for at least one planned stop to break up the drive, as the constant navigation can be more mentally taxing than highway driving. Since fuel costs are estimated at $23, keep an eye on your gauge before leaving the Speedway area to ensure you are topped off for the 168.9-mile journey. Because you are relying on local streets instead of major highways, prioritize a reliable GPS setup to help you manage the frequent road transitions. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, so don't hesitate to pull over for a quick rest whenever the frequent turning becomes tiresome.
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 85.5 miles from Speedway, IN, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 151.7 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 38 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85.5 miles or 1h 37m 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 36m
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 Speedway, 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 Speedway, IN
This is one driving day of about 171.1 miles and 3h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Speedway, 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 151.7 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 10.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|West 25th Street
Turn sharp right onto West 25th Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|North High School Road
Turn left onto North High School Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
0.6 mi into trip|~2m in
Turn left toward I 465 South, I 74 East
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 465 South, I 74 East
7
10.5 mi into trip|~13m in
Take the exit toward I 69 South: Evansville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.75 one way
$53.50 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg60 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$29.37
$58.74
premium
$4.89
$32.93
$65.85
diesel
$5.61
$37.78
$75.55
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
51.3
0
$17.97
$8.21
Efficient EV
42.8
0
$14.97
$6.84
EV Truck/SUV
68.4
0
$23.95
$10.95
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 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 14, 2026
Origin
Speedway, IN
Late night
in Speedway on Tuesday
Local time
5:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Evansville, IN
Late night
in Evansville on Tuesday
Local time
4:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Sunny
SSW 14 mph9% chanceLive forecast
71°F
Bloomington, IN
86 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
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
3h 13m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 118
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...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
Free
near mile 141.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a standard interstate grind, this route features zero highway miles, forcing you to navigate through a series of local connectors like West 25th Street, North High School Road, and Crawfordsville Road. You will not find any long, uninterrupted stretches here, as the longest segment is 0 miles on West 25th Street. This setup creates a very different personality compared to typical cross-country trips, as you will be constantly transitioning between local thoroughfares. Expect a highly active driving environment where the road requires frequent adjustments rather than cruise control.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 151.7 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and I 74. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 171.1 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West 25th Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.2 miles (North High School Road): 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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 13m. Total distance: 171.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 151.7 miles on I 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West 25th Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.2 miles (North High School Road): 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.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Evansville, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
