Traveling from Utah to Scottsburg, Indiana, covers a total distance of 184.2 miles. You should plan for a driving time of approximately 4 hours and 6 minutes. Because this is a relatively straightforward trip, it is perfectly manageable as a single-day journey, meaning you won't need to book an overnight stay. Expect to budget around $28 for fuel to complete the trek. Since both the origin and destination are located within the Midwest, you can anticipate a consistent regional feel throughout the drive. This route is ideal for those who prefer efficiency over a slow-paced scenic tour.
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
92.1 miles from Utah, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 8m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 64
64.4 mi
1h 10m
I 71
45.2 mi
48m
East 6th Street
9.8 mi
14m
SR 156
7.5 mi
13m
US 231
7.2 mi
8m
State Road 56
6.9 mi
12m
I 265
6.9 mi
8m
Lewis and Clark Bridge
6.1 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 64.4 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Utah, IN and Scottsburg, IN.
1
Start on George Street
0.3 mi·1 min·George Street
2
Turn left onto SR 56
0.1 mi·12 sec·Importing Street
3
Continue on SR 56
0.1 mi·18 sec·Judiciary Street
4
Turn left onto SR 56
286 ft·5 sec·3rd Street
5
Continue on SR 56
0.1 mi·12 sec·Water Street
6
Continue on SR 56
1.1 mi·1 min·Decatur Street
7
Continue on SR 56
6.9 mi·12 min·State Road 56
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn left onto SR 56
474 ft·13 sec·Main Street
9
Turn right onto SR 56
2.6 mi·4 min·Walnut Street
Use the right lane.
10
Turn straight onto SR 156
2.1 mi·3 min·SR 156
11
Turn right onto North Branch Road
2.8 mi·6 min·North Branch Road
12
Continue on Searcy Ridge Road
3.0 mi·7 min·Searcy Ridge Road
13
Turn sharp right onto Wade Hill Road
2.2 mi·5 min·Wade Hill Road
14
Turn right onto SR 156
5.4 mi·9 min·SR 156
15
Turn right onto SR 101
0.4 mi·45 sec·SR 101
Use the right lane.
16
Continue on KY 1039
0.9 mi·1 min·KY 1039
17
Continue on this road
0.9 mi·1 min·this road
18
Turn straight onto KY 1039
4.5 mi·6 min·KY 1039
19
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·57 sec
Toward I 71 South: LouisvilleUse the right lane.
20
Merge onto I 71
45 mi·48 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.1 mi·17 sec
Toward KY 841 North
22
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward KY 841 North
23
Merge onto KY 841
3.0 mi·3 min·Gene Snyder Freeway
24
Continue on KY 841
6.1 mi·7 min·Lewis and Clark Bridge
25
Continue on SR 265; SR 62
0.8 mi·57 sec·SR 265; SR 62
26
Continue on I 265; SR 62
6.4 mi·7 min·I 265; SR 62
27
Continue on I 265; SR 62
0.5 mi·54 sec·I 265; SR 62
Toward I 64 West, SR 62 West: Saint Louis
28
Merge onto I 64; US 150; SR 62
1.7 mi·2 min·I 64; US 150; SR 62
29
Continue on I 64; SR 62
63 mi·1 hr 7 min·I 64; SR 62
30
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward US 231 North
31
Merge onto US 231
7.2 mi·8 min·US 231
32
Turn left onto SR 64
9.8 mi·14 min·East 6th Street
33
Turn left onto SR 257
1.7 mi·3 min·SR 257
34
Continue on Bethel
1.4 mi·5 min·Bethel
35
Continue on East County Road 900 South
2.1 mi·8 min·East County Road 900 South
36
At end of road, turn left onto South County Road 300 East
272 ft·12 sec·South County Road 300 East
37
Arrive at destination
South County Road 300 East
Trip Plan
To keep your drive smooth, aim to complete the 184.2-mile trip in one go, as the 4-hour and 6-minute duration is quite manageable for most drivers. You should plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the monotony of the highway stretches. Since fuel costs will run you about $28, check your tank levels before merging onto the longer interstate sections to avoid unnecessary detours. Because the route relies heavily on I-64 and I-71, keep an eye on traffic reports for those specific corridors before you head out. Embracing the flexibility of a one-day trip allows you to hit the road on your own terms without the pressure of an overnight itinerary.
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 92.1 miles from Utah, IN, or about 2h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.4 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 41 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.1 miles or 2h 8m 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 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Scottsburg, 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 184.2 miles and 4h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 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 I 64 for about 64.4 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 26.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|SR 56 / Importing Street
Turn left onto SR 56 / Importing Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.5 mi into trip|~1m in|SR 56 / 3rd Street
Turn left onto SR 56 / 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
6
8.8 mi into trip|~16m in|SR 56 / Walnut Street
Turn right onto SR 56 / Walnut Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
19.2 mi into trip|~38m in|Wade Hill Road
Turn sharp right onto Wade Hill Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
26.9 mi into trip|~53m in|SR 101
Turn right onto SR 101
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.80 one way
$57.60 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg64 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$31.62
$63.24
premium
$4.89
$35.45
$70.90
diesel
$5.61
$40.67
$81.34
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
55.3
0
$19.34
$8.84
Efficient EV
46.1
0
$16.12
$7.37
EV Truck/SUV
73.7
0
$25.79
$11.79
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
22 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 Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Utah, IN
Night
in Utah on Saturday
Local time
10:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 10 mph33% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:54AM EDT until April 21 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:54AM EDT until April 23 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Destination
Scottsburg, IN
Night
in Scottsburg on Saturday
Local time
10:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°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
2 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 6m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial
National Memorial
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...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
Free
near mile 158.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily focused on major thoroughfares, with 77% of the journey taking place on highways. You will primarily navigate via I-64, I-71, and East 6th Street to reach your destination. Be prepared for a highway-focused experience, highlighted by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 64.4 miles on I-64. While the pace is generally fast and consistent, the transition between interstate segments and local roads like East 6th Street requires you to stay alert. Expect a functional, predictable drive that prioritizes reaching Scottsburg as directly as possible.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
37 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 64.4 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and I 71. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near SR 56 / Importing Street.
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 19 significant decision points across 184.2 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: at 0.3 miles (SR 56 / Importing Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (SR 56 / 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.8 miles (SR 56 / Walnut Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
928 ft441 ft
Total Climb
1,750 ft
Total Descent
1,785 ft
Highest Point
928 ft
~99.8 mi in
Elevation Range
487 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 6m. Total distance: 184.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 64.4 miles on I 64. 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 Scottsburg, 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: at 0.3 miles (SR 56 / Importing Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (SR 56 / 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.8 miles (SR 56 / Walnut Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Scottsburg, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
