Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 23, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
13m
Distance
8 mi
13 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Urbana, IN
Eudes cs
Roann, IN
Guilherme Simão
Urbana to Roann is 8 miles and takes about 13 minutes via State Road 16 and SR 13, with a fuel budget near $1 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Indiana's Midwest region, offering a straightforward drive. It's a quick hop between two small towns, perfect for when you just need to get from point A to point B without a lot of fuss. Consider this if you're looking for a simple, no-frills transit between these specific locations.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Road 16 | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| West 600 North | 3 mi | 5m |
| SR 13 | 1 mi | 1m |
| North Chippewa Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Urbana, IN and Roann, IN.
Start on SR 13
Turn left onto SR 16
Continue on SR 16
Turn left onto North Chippewa Street
Arrive at destination
2 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 7.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto SR 16 / West 600 North
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto North Chippewa Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$1.33 one way
$2.67 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.62 | $1.46 | $2.91 |
| premium | $5.25 | $1.65 | $3.31 |
| diesel | $6.28 | $1.98 | $3.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.84 | $0.38 |
| Efficient EV | 2 | 0 | $0.70 | $0.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.12 | $0.51 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Urbana on Friday
Local time
12:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Clear
Destination
Afternoon in Roann on Friday
Local time
12:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Clear
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This route is mostly surface roads, with only about 12% of the drive on highways. You'll spend most of your time cruising on local roads. The longest continuous stretch on a single road is 3.9 miles on State Road 16. Expect a rural feel for the majority of the drive, with minimal merging or complex intersections.
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 around 1 miles in near SR 16 / West 600 North.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Urbana, IN to Roann, IN is easy. At 13m with 12% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (SR 16 / West 600 North): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles (North Chippewa Street): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
23 ft
Total Descent
67 ft
Highest Point
797 ft
Elevation Range
44 ft
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 13m. Total distance: 8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (12%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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