Utah, IN to Benton, IN is 202.9 miles and takes about 4h 37m via US 27, US 33, and SR 1, with a fuel budget near $32 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays entirely within Indiana, making it a convenient Midwest connection. With a high percentage of highway driving, it's a straightforward route for getting from point A to point B efficiently. Plan for about 4.5 hours of pure driving time, not including any stops you might make along the way. This is a solid choice if you need to cover ground without a lot of complex navigation.
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
101.5 miles from Utah, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 27m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 27
104.4 mi
2h 4m
US 33
33.7 mi
43m
SR 1
16.5 mi
28m
US 52
14.5 mi
24m
Indiana Highway 101
7.5 mi
13m
US 6
5.8 mi
8m
Lincolnway South
5.1 mi
8m
SR 48
2.7 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
US 27
— 104.4 mi, about 2h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Utah, IN and Benton, IN.
1
Start on George Street
444 ft·22 sec·George Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 50
1.3 mi·2 min·Green Boulevard
Use the right lane.
3
Continue on US 50
1.3 mi·2 min·West Eads Parkway
4
Turn left onto SR 48
2.7 mi·4 min·SR 48
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto Pribble Road
2.6 mi·5 min·Pribble Road
6
Continue on Pella Crossing
0.4 mi·58 sec·Pella Crossing
7
At end of road, turn left onto SR 1
17 mi·28 min·SR 1
Use the left lane.
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 52; SR 1
14 mi·24 min·US 52; SR 1
9
Continue on SR 101
7.5 mi·13 min·Indiana Highway 101
10
Continue on SR 101
1.4 mi·2 min·South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on US 27
104 mi·2 hr 4 min·US 27
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 27
0.9 mi·1 min·Lafayette Street
13
Continue on US 27
1.1 mi·2 min·Spy Run Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on US 27
0.4 mi·27 sec·North Clinton Street
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn straight onto US 27
1.1 mi·1 min·Lima Road
Toward US 27 North
16
Turn left onto SR 930
1.6 mi·2 min·West Coliseum Boulevard
Use the left lane.
17
Take the exit onto SR 930
0.2 mi·23 sec·SR 930
Toward SR 930 West
18
Merge onto SR 930
0.3 mi·21 sec·Goshen Road
19
Continue on US 33
0.5 mi·39 sec·US 33
20
Take the exit onto US 33
27 mi·35 min·US 33
Use the slight right lane.
21
Continue on US 33
5.1 mi·8 min·Lincolnway South
22
Turn left onto US 6; US 33
5.8 mi·8 min·US 6; US 33
23
Turn right onto US 33; SR 13
5.7 mi·7 min·US 33; SR 13
24
Arrive at destination
US 33
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 37m estimated drive time, leaving in the morning is ideal to allow ample time for breaks and still arrive before evening. You'll want to plan for at least one stop, especially since the longest stretch without a change in road is over 100 miles. The $32 fuel cost estimate is helpful for budgeting, but it's always wise to fill up before you depart or when you see prices you're comfortable with, particularly on longer highway segments. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility; however, be mindful of potential traffic as you get closer to Benton, IN, depending on the time of day.
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 101.5 miles from Utah, IN, or about 2h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.4 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 45 miles or 1h 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 101.5 miles or 2h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Benton, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Utah, 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 Utah, IN
This is one driving day of about 202.9 miles and 4h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Utah, 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 US 27 for about 104.4 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 158.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 50 / Green Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto US 50 / Green Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
2.6 mi into trip|~5m in|SR 48
Turn left onto SR 48
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
8.4 mi into trip|~16m in|SR 1
At end of road, turn left onto SR 1
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
24.9 mi into trip|~44m in|US 52; SR 1
At end of road, turn left onto US 52; SR 1
Navigation decision point
5
158.9 mi into trip|~3h 37m in|US 33
Take the exit onto US 33
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.85 one way
$67.69 round trip
$4.24/gal25.4 MPG avg71 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.62
$36.93
$73.86
premium
$5.25
$41.96
$83.92
diesel
$6.28
$50.13
$100.27
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
60.9
0
$21.30
$9.74
Efficient EV
50.7
0
$17.75
$8.12
EV Truck/SUV
81.2
1
$28.41
$12.99
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (66% 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 Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Utah, IN
Morning
in Utah on Thursday
Local time
8:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Sunny
NE 1 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Benton, IN
Morning
in Benton on Thursday
Local time
8:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Winchester, IN
101 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
10 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 37m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect to spend 92% of your drive on highways, with the first major segment being 104.4 miles on US 27. This means you'll experience long stretches of consistent cruising before transitioning to other roads. The majority of the route is designed for higher speeds, so be prepared for a relatively fast pace for most of the trip. You'll notice the shift when you move from the main highway corridors to SR 1, where the environment might feel more local.
92% 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: 104.4 mi on US 27.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 27 and US 33. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 50 / Green Boulevard.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 202.9 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 50 / Green Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (SR 48): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.4 miles (SR 1): Lane positioning matters here.
Utah, which is in the Southwest region of the United States, is well known for its incredible scenic beauty and year round outdoor activities including skiing, snowboarding, hiking, boating, water skiing, horseback riding, camping, and rock climbing. The capital city of Salt Lake City has a number of unique modern and historical sites to visit, including Temple Square, the headquarters for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 37m. Total distance: 202.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 104.4 miles on US 27. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 3 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 50 / Green Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (SR 48): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.4 miles (SR 1): Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Benton, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
