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Trip from Warsaw, IN to Evansville, IN

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 46m

Distance

282.1 mi

454 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$44

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 33m ★
6 AM
5h 46m
8 AM
6h 13m
10 AM
5h 55m
12 PM
5h 53m
3 PM
5h 57m
5 PM
6h 11m
8 PM
5h 38m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Indiana, United States

Warsaw, IN

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county seat of Vanderburgh County, Indiana, United States

Evansville, IN

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Trip Overview

This 282.1-mile journey from Warsaw, Indiana, to Evansville, Indiana, is a straightforward drive primarily focused on highways, making it a feasible day trip. Expect to be on the road for about 5 hours and 46 minutes, with a fuel cost estimated at $44. The route sticks within the Midwest region, offering a consistent feel throughout. With a highway share of 73%, this trip is designed for efficient travel, allowing you to reach your destination without much fuss. Consider this an easy one-day adventure across Indiana.

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

141.1 miles from Warsaw, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 8m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 69 178.6 mi 3h 17m
SR 37 15.3 mi 19m
Southwood Drive 14.4 mi 20m
North Jefferson Street 11.4 mi 16m
SR 13 9.3 mi 11m
Fisher Avenue 8.2 mi 11m
North 500 West 6.4 mi 9m
North 900 West 6 mi 8m
Longest stretch: I 69 — 178.6 mi, about 3h 17m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Warsaw, IN and Evansville, IN.

1

Start on East Center Street

66 ft · 5 sec · East Center Street
2

Turn right onto SR 15

0.2 mi · 24 sec · South Detroit Street
3

Turn right onto SR 15

0.2 mi · 25 sec · East Winona Avenue
4

Turn left onto SR 15

0.5 mi · 44 sec · South Buffalo Street
5

Continue on SR 15

8.2 mi · 11 min · Fisher Avenue
6

Continue on SR 15

2.6 mi · 4 min · State Road 15
7

Continue on SR 15

11 mi · 16 min · North Jefferson Street
8

Continue on SR 15

6.4 mi · 9 min · North 500 West
9

Continue on SR 15

0.4 mi · 38 sec · County Road 500 West
10

Continue on SR 15

0.8 mi · 1 min · North Cass Street
11

Continue on SR 15

1.6 mi · 2 min · Cass Street
12

Turn left onto SR 15

0.2 mi · 22 sec · West Canal Street
13

Turn right onto SR 13; SR 15

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Wabash Street
14

Turn slight right onto SR 13

14 mi · 20 min · Southwood Drive
15

At end of road, turn right onto SR 13; SR 18

0.4 mi · 41 sec · East Marion Street
16

Turn left onto SR 13; SR 19

4.1 mi · 5 min · North 800 West
Use the left lane.
17

Continue on SR 13; SR 19

0.8 mi · 2 min · North Washington Street
18

Continue on SR 13; SR 19

5.6 mi · 8 min · South 800 West
19

Continue on SR 13

3.2 mi · 4 min · State Road 13
20

Continue on SR 13

6.0 mi · 8 min · North 900 West
21

Continue on SR 13

2.9 mi · 4 min · North Anderson Street
22

Turn right onto SR 37; SR 13

2.4 mi · 2 min · SR 37; SR 13
23

Continue on SR 13; SR 37

9.3 mi · 11 min · SR 13; SR 37
24

Enter roundabout onto SR 37

105 ft · 1 sec · SR 37
25

Continue on SR 37

13 mi · 17 min · SR 37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26

Merge onto I 69

3.1 mi · 3 min · I 69
27

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69

1.0 mi · 1 min · I 69
Use the slight right lane.
28

Continue on I 69

22 mi · 25 min · I 69
Exit 200 Toward I 465 South, I 69 South Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69

48 mi · 54 min · I 69
Exit 5 Toward I 69 South: Evansville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30

Keep slight left at fork onto I 69

104 mi · 1 hr 51 min · I 69
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
31

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 39 sec
Exit 10 Toward Lynch Road
32

Turn slight right

153 ft · 4 sec
33

Turn straight onto Lynch Road

498 ft · 15 sec · Lynch Road
34

Turn left onto North Burkhardt Road

2.5 mi · 4 min · North Burkhardt Road
35

Turn right onto SR 66

3.9 mi · 4 min · East Lloyd Expressway
36

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 36 sec
Toward US 41 South
37

Merge onto US 41; SR 66

0.3 mi · 33 sec · US 41; SR 66
38

Turn right onto East Walnut Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · East Walnut Street
39

Turn right

332 ft · 25 sec
40

At end of road, turn right

123 ft · 9 sec
41

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour and 46-minute duration, starting early from Warsaw is recommended to maximize daylight and arrive in Evansville with time to spare. Plan for one stop, perhaps around the halfway point, to stretch your legs and refuel if needed, especially before tackling the longest 178.6-mile stretch on I-69. The estimated fuel cost of $44 is helpful for budgeting. Since this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience, but a morning start ensures a relaxed pace.

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 141.1 miles from Warsaw, IN, or about 3h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 178.6 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 62 miles or 1h 31m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 141.1 miles or 3h 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 4h 47m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Evansville, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Warsaw, 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 Warsaw, IN

This is one driving day of about 282.1 miles and 5h 46m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 62 miles from Warsaw, 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 69 for about 178.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Greenwood, IN, IN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Greenwood, IN

141 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

Indian Heights, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 62 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Miller, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 141.1 miles from Warsaw, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 178.6 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 23

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 121.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | SR 15 / South Detroit Street

Turn right onto SR 15 / South Detroit Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | SR 15 / East Winona Avenue

Turn right onto SR 15 / East Winona Avenue

Navigation decision point

5
48.3 mi into trip | ~1h 10m in | SR 13; SR 19 / North 800 West

Turn left onto SR 13; SR 19 / North 800 West

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
98.6 mi into trip | ~2h 19m in | I 69

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane.
8
121.3 mi into trip | ~2h 46m in | I 69

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 South: Evansville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 5 Toward I 69 South: Evansville

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$44.10 one way

$88.21 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 99 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $48.42 $96.85
premium $4.89 $54.29 $108.58
diesel $5.61 $62.28 $124.57

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$44

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$69–$94

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 98.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 84.6 1 $29.62 $13.54
Efficient EV 70.5 0 $24.68 $11.28
EV Truck/SUV 112.8 1 $39.49 $18.05

Gas CO2

99 kg

EV CO2

33 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 14, 2026

Origin

Warsaw, IN

Night in Warsaw on Saturday

Local time

9:13 PM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 10 to 15 mph 63% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Watch

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 6:41PM EDT until April 14 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

Flood Watch

Flood Watch issued April 14 at 1:19PM EDT until April 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

Destination

Evansville, IN

Evening in Evansville on Saturday

Local time

8:13 PM

CDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

71°F

Greenwood, IN

141 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

1 hour earlier

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

11 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

5h 46m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is largely highway-focused, with 73% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 178.6 miles on I-69, which forms the backbone of this trip. While the primary roads are I-69 and SR 37, you'll also navigate local roads like Southwood Drive. The overall character is one of steady progress, designed for covering distance efficiently rather than for meandering scenic views.

73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
41 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 178.6 mi on I 69.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and SR 37. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 15 / South Detroit Street.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 282.1 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: near the start (SR 15 / South Detroit Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (SR 15 / East Winona Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 48.3 miles (SR 13; SR 19 / North 800 West): Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 46m. Total distance: 282.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 178.6 miles on I 69. 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 Evansville, 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: near the start (SR 15 / South Detroit Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (SR 15 / East Winona Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 48.3 miles (SR 13; SR 19 / North 800 West): Lane positioning matters here.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.8 hours each way, a round trip means 11.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Evansville, IN before the return drive.

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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