Origin
Utah, IN
Late night in Utah on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Utah, IN to Montgomery, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 17m
Distance
133.6 mi
215 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 6m
★
6 AM
3h 18m
8 AM
3h 41m
10 AM
3h 26m
12 PM
3h 23m
3 PM
3h 27m
5 PM
3h 40m
8 PM
3h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Utah, IN
Airam Dato-on
Montgomery, IN
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Trip Overview
This 133.6-mile drive from Utah, Indiana, to Montgomery, Indiana, is a straightforward, one-day trip that should take about 3 hours and 17 minutes. With over half the journey on highways, it offers a mixed driving experience. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $21, making it an economical option. Given its manageable distance and duration, this route is well-suited for a single day's travel, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. You'll be staying within the Midwest region for this entire journey, so expect familiar landscapes.
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
66.8 miles from Utah, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 39m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 50 | 69 mi | 1h 40m |
| West Commerce Street | 24.9 mi | 35m |
| West Perry Street | 20 mi | 29m |
| West Broadway Street | 7.2 mi | 10m |
| Buckeye Street | 3.9 mi | 7m |
| Green Boulevard | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Mitchell Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| East Walnut Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 50
— 69 mi, about 1h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Utah, IN and Montgomery, IN.
1
Start on George Street
444 ft
·
28 sec
·
George Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 50
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Green Boulevard
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on US 50
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 50
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on US 50
17 mi
·
22 min
·
US 50
5
Continue on US 50; US 421
20 mi
·
29 min
·
West Perry Street
6
Enter roundabout
264 ft
·
4 sec
7
Continue
133 ft
·
2 sec
8
Turn straight onto Buckeye Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Buckeye Street
9
Turn left onto East Walnut Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
East Walnut Street
10
Continue on Buckeye Street
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Buckeye Street
11
Enter roundabout onto US 50
247 ft
·
8 sec
·
US 50
12
Continue on US 50
22 mi
·
33 min
·
US 50
13
Turn right onto US 50
25 mi
·
35 min
·
West Commerce Street
14
Turn right onto US 50
407 ft
·
12 sec
·
H Street
15
Turn left onto US 50
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
15th Street
16
Turn left onto US 50
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
M Street
17
Continue on US 50 BUS
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Mitchell Road
18
Merge onto US 50; SR 37
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
US 50; SR 37
19
Turn right onto US 50
28 mi
·
41 min
·
US 50
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
20
Turn straight onto US 50; US 150
7.2 mi
·
10 min
·
West Broadway Street
21
Arrive at destination
US 50; US 150
Trip Plan
Plan to depart in the morning to make the most of your day, especially since this is a single-day trip. With only one recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility to decide when and where to take a break. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch without a break is 69 miles on US 50. The estimated fuel cost of $21 is quite reasonable, so topping up before you leave Utah, IN, should be sufficient for the entire journey. Given the relatively short duration, you can easily adjust your departure time based on your preferences.
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 66.8 miles from Utah, IN, or about 1h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69 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 29 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.8 miles or 1h 39m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Montgomery, 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 133.6 miles and 3h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 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 50 for about 69 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
67 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 66.8 miles from Utah, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 50 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 69 miles.
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 0.1 and 98.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 50 / Green Boulevard
At end of road, turn left onto US 50 / Green Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
41.6 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
43.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
East Walnut Street
Turn left onto East Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
4
46.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
US 50
Enter roundabout onto US 50
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
98.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 25m in
|
US 50
Turn right onto US 50
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.89 one way
$41.77 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $22.93 | $45.87 |
| premium | $4.89 | $25.71 | $51.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.50 | $58.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.1 | 0 | $14.03 | $6.41 |
| Efficient EV | 33.4 | 0 | $11.69 | $5.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.4 | 0 | $18.70 | $8.55 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Destination
Montgomery, IN
Late night in Montgomery on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
6 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
3h 17m 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 drive features a 52% highway share, indicating a good balance between faster travel and local roads. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch on US 50, extending for 69 miles, which provides a solid period of consistent travel. The route is described as a 'Mixed drive,' suggesting you'll experience a variety of road types, from potentially quicker highway sections to more local street navigation as you approach your destination. This blend means you won't be stuck in a monotonous interstate grind but will also have opportunities for quicker progress.
52% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 69 mi on US 50.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 50 / Green Boulevard.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 17m 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 0.1 miles (US 50 / Green Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 41.6 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 43.1 miles (East Walnut Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 17m. Total distance: 133.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 69 miles on US 50. 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.
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 41.6 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 43.1 miles (East Walnut Street): Navigation decision point.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Montgomery, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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