Embarking on this 222-mile journey from Yorktown, Indiana, to Evansville, Indiana, is a straightforward drive that can easily be accomplished in a single day. You'll spend approximately 4 hours and 14 minutes on the road, making it an ideal day trip. The route primarily utilizes I-69 and SR 67, meaning you'll be on highways for about 95% of the time. With an estimated fuel cost of $35, this trip is quite budget-friendly. This highway-focused drive through the heart of Indiana's Midwest region offers efficiency for those looking to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
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
111 miles from Yorktown, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 11m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 69
175.5 mi
3h 13m
SR 67
31.9 mi
34m
West Main Street
4.1 mi
8m
East Lloyd Expressway
3.9 mi
4m
North Burkhardt Road
2.5 mi
4m
West Commerce Road
0.7 mi
1m
West Smith Street
0.7 mi
1m
East Walnut Street
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 175.5 mi, about 3h 13m
Traffic on I-465
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 80 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~4,704 veh/hr typical
Quietest
1 AM
~471 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
10×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 47 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yorktown, IN and Evansville, IN.
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Start on SR 32
0.5 mi·51 sec·West Kilgore Avenue
2
Continue on SR 32
0.7 mi·1 min·West Smith Street
3
Continue on SR 32
4.1 mi·8 min·West Main Street
4
Turn left onto South Walnut Street
0.7 mi·1 min·South Walnut Street
5
Turn right onto SR 67
0.7 mi·1 min·West Commerce Road
6
Take the exit onto SR 67
32 mi·34 min·SR 67
Toward Indianapolis
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
1.0 mi·1 min·I 69
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on I 69
22 mi·25 min·I 69
Exit 200Toward I 465 South, I 69 SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
48 mi·54 min·I 69
Exit 5Toward I 69 South: EvansvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
104 mi·1 hr 51 min·I 69
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
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Take the exit
0.4 mi·39 sec
Exit 10Toward Lynch Road
12
Turn slight right
153 ft·4 sec
13
Turn straight onto Lynch Road
498 ft·15 sec·Lynch Road
14
Turn left onto North Burkhardt Road
2.5 mi·4 min·North Burkhardt Road
15
Turn right onto SR 66
3.9 mi·4 min·East Lloyd Expressway
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·36 sec
Toward US 41 South
17
Merge onto US 41; SR 66
0.3 mi·33 sec·US 41; SR 66
18
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
0.7 mi·1 min·East Walnut Street
19
Turn right
332 ft·25 sec
20
At end of road, turn right
123 ft·9 sec
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Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour and 14-minute duration, starting your drive from Yorktown in the morning is recommended to maximize daylight and allow for a comfortable arrival in Evansville. With only one recommended stop and a 95% highway share, pacing isn't a major concern, but it's wise to be mindful of the 175.5-mile stretch on I-69 and plan your fuel accordingly. Consider a brief stop around the halfway point to stretch your legs. The $35 fuel cost is an estimate, so checking current prices before you depart is always a good idea.
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 111 miles from Yorktown, IN, or about 2h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 175.5 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 49 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 111 miles or 2h 11m 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 27m
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 Yorktown, 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 Yorktown, IN
This is one driving day of about 222 miles and 4h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Yorktown, 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 175.5 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 6.6 and 109.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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6.6 mi into trip|~13m in|SR 67
Take the exit onto SR 67 toward Indianapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Indianapolis
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38.5 mi into trip|~48m 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.
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39.4 mi into trip|~49m in|I 69
Continue onto I 69 toward I 465 South, I 69 South
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 200
Toward I 465 South, I 69 South
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61.2 mi into trip|~1h 15m 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
5
109.7 mi into trip|~2h 9m in|I 69
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 South: Evansville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.78 one way
$65.57 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg78 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$36.19
$72.39
premium
$4.72
$41.22
$82.44
diesel
$4.80
$41.92
$83.84
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
66.6
0
$23.31
$10.66
Efficient EV
55.5
0
$19.43
$8.88
EV Truck/SUV
88.8
1
$31.08
$14.21
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Jul 20, 2026
Origin
Yorktown, IN
Morning
in Yorktown on Monday
Local time
6:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Patchy Smoke
E 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Evansville, IN
Late night
in Evansville on Monday
Local time
5:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Mostly Clear
NE 1 mph6% chanceLive forecast
87°F
Bloomington, IN
111 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
10 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
4h 14m 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.
George Rogers Clark National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The British flag would not be raised above Fort Sackville Feb. 25, 1779. At 10 A.M., the garrison surrendered to American Colonel George Rogers Clark. His American army, aided by French residents of t...
20 mi from route
~49 min detour
Free
near mile 168.4
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...
26 mi from route
~65 min detour
Free
near mile 191.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 95% of your travel occurring on major roads like I-69 and SR 67. Expect long, uninterrupted stretches, including one segment of 175.5 miles solely on I-69. While the majority of the drive is on high-speed highways, the inclusion of West Main Street as you navigate through towns provides a brief change of pace. The character remains largely that of efficient travel, designed for covering distance smoothly.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 175.5 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 67. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.6 miles in near SR 67.
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 14 significant decision points across 222 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 6.6 miles (SR 67): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 38.5 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.4 miles (I 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Evansville is the largest city in Southern Indiana and the third-largest city in the state. It is the county seat of Vanderburgh County and the regional hub for the Indiana, Kentucky, and Illinois tri-state area. In 2010, the city had a population of 117,000. In 2008 the Evansville metropolitan area was home to 350,000 people.
Top landmarks
•University of Evansville — private university in Evansville, Indiana, United States
•USS LST-325 — 1942 LST-1-class tank landing ship, later converted to a museum ship
•Masonic Temple — Masonic temple in Evansville, Indiana, USA
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 14m. Total distance: 222 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 175.5 miles on I 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 7 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.
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. There are 7 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.6 miles (SR 67): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 38.5 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.4 miles (I 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Evansville, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
