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Trip from Utah, IN to Morristown, IN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
78.8 mi
127 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 37m
★
6 AM
1h 45m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 49m
3 PM
1h 51m
5 PM
2h 0m
8 PM
1h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Utah, IN
Airam Dato-on
Morristown, IN
Craig Adderley
Trip Overview
Utah, IN to Morristown, IN is 78.8 miles and takes about 1h 45m via I 74 and SR 48, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward trip entirely within Indiana, moving you from one part of the Midwest to another without crossing state lines. The route is predominantly highway driving, making it an efficient option for getting between these two points. Given its short duration and manageable fuel cost, it's well-suited for a same-day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.4 miles from Utah, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 42.5 mi | 45m |
| SR 48 | 10.1 mi | 17m |
| North Riley Highway | 9.8 mi | 14m |
| North Meridian Street | 6.3 mi | 10m |
| Sunnyside Avenue | 5.1 mi | 9m |
| East Main Street | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Green Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| George Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 42.5 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Utah, IN and Morristown, IN.
1
Start on George Street
444 ft
·
22 sec
·
George Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 50
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Green Boulevard
Use the right lane.
3
Turn left onto SR 148
5.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Sunnyside Avenue
Use the left lane.
4
At end of road, turn left onto SR 48
10 mi
·
17 min
·
SR 48
5
Turn right onto SR 101
6.3 mi
·
10 min
·
North Meridian Street
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 74 West: Indianapolis
7
Merge onto I 74
43 mi
·
45 min
·
I 74
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 113
Toward SR 9 North: Shelbyville, Greenfield
9
Turn right
143 ft
·
3 sec
10
Turn right onto SR 9
9.8 mi
·
14 min
·
North Riley Highway
11
Enter roundabout onto US 52
15 ft
·
0 sec
·
East Main Street
12
Continue on US 52
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
East Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
US 52
Trip Plan
Since this trip is less than two hours, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning will give you plenty of daylight to complete the drive and still have time for activities at your destination. The total fuel cost is estimated at $12, so keeping your tank topped off along the way is easy to budget for. While there are no explicitly noted stops, be aware that the majority of the driving is on I 74, so plan to refuel before you leave Utah, IN if your tank is low, as services might be less frequent on the secondary roads later in the drive.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 39.4 miles from Utah, IN, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.5 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 17 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.4 miles or 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Morristown, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Utah, IN
This is one driving day of about 78.8 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Utah, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 74 for about 42.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.4 miles from Utah, 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.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Rest Area
0 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 64.4 — 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 right onto US 50 / Green Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 148 / Sunnyside Avenue
Turn left onto SR 148 / Sunnyside Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
5.3 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
SR 48
At end of road, turn left onto SR 48
Navigation decision point
5
21.9 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
I 74
Merge onto I 74
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
64.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward SR 9 North: Shelbyville, Greenfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 113
Toward SR 9 North: Shelbyville, Greenfield
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.32 one way
$24.64 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.53 | $27.05 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.16 | $30.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.40 | $34.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.27 | $3.78 |
| Efficient EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.90 | $3.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.5 | 0 | $11.03 | $5.04 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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.
Origin
Utah, IN
Late night in Utah on Tuesday
Local time
5:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Morristown, IN
Late night in Morristown on Tuesday
Local time
5:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Partly Cloudy then Areas Of Frost
W 7 mph
2% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 9:53PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 9:53PM EDT until April 24 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
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
39 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
1h 45m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
With 67% of the 78.8 miles on highways, you'll spend a significant portion of your time on I 74. The longest continuous stretch on this highway is 42.5 miles. After leaving I 74, you'll transition to surface roads like SR 48 and North Riley Highway. Expect a change from higher-speed highway cruising to more local traffic and potentially more intersections as you approach your destination.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 42.5 mi on I 74.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and SR 48. 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
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 45m 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 0.2 miles (SR 148 / Sunnyside Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.3 miles (SR 48): Navigation decision point.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Utah, IN to Morristown, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Greenfield along the way.
Greenfield
64.4 mi in
|
~1h 23m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 45m. Total distance: 78.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 42.5 miles on I 74. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 4 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. 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 0.1 miles (US 50 / Green Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (SR 148 / Sunnyside Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.3 miles (SR 48): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Morristown, 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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