Origin
Bainbridge, IN
Late night in Bainbridge on Wednesday
Local time
3:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bainbridge, IN to Greenwood, IN
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
46.7 mi
75 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
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6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bainbridge, IN
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Greenwood, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bainbridge, IN to Greenwood, IN covers 46.7 miles and takes about 1h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Ernie Pyle Memorial Highway, Rockville Road, I 74 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.8 miles on Ernie Pyle Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.30 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
23.4 miles from Bainbridge, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 1h 10m drive with frequent turns across 46.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ernie Pyle Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 13.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 29.2 miles in near US 36.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 10m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 29.2 miles (US 36): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.5 miles (I 74; I 465): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
29.2 mi into trip
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~45m in
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US 36
Take the ramp onto US 36 toward I 465 South, I 74 East
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 465 South, I 74 East
5
29.5 mi into trip
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~46m in
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I 74; I 465
Merge onto I 74; I 465
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
39.7 mi into trip
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~58m in
Take the exit toward US 31 South: East Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 2B
Toward US 31 South: East Street
5
40 mi into trip
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~59m in
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US 31 / South East Street
Turn right onto US 31 / South East Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
46.2 mi into trip
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~1h 9m in
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Main Street West
Turn left onto Main Street West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ernie Pyle Memorial Highway | 13.8 mi | 19m |
| Rockville Road | 12.8 mi | 20m |
| I 74 | 10.2 mi | 11m |
| South East Street | 6.3 mi | 10m |
| West Main Street | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Main Street West | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| US 36 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Washington Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Ernie Pyle Memorial Highway
— 13.8 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bainbridge, IN and Greenwood, IN.
1
Start on South Washington Street
309 ft
·
15 sec
·
South Washington Street
2
Turn right onto US 36
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Ernie Pyle Memorial Highway
3
Continue on US 36
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
West Main Street
4
Continue on US 36
13 mi
·
20 min
·
Rockville Road
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp onto US 36
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
US 36
Toward I 465 South, I 74 East
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 74; I 465
10 mi
·
11 min
·
I 74; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 2B
Toward US 31 South: East Street
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn right onto US 31
6.3 mi
·
10 min
·
South East Street
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto Main Street West
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Main Street West
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Arrive at destination
Main Street West
Trip Plan
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 23.4 miles from Bainbridge, IN, or about 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.8 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 46.7 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23.4 miles or 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greenwood, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bainbridge, 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 Bainbridge, IN
This is one driving day of about 46.7 miles and 1h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bainbridge, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Ernie Pyle Memorial Highway for about 13.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.4 mi from Bainbridge, IN · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 46.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.4 miles from Bainbridge, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Greenwood, IN
The final approach into Greenwood, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Greenwood, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.30 one way
$14.60 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.02 | $16.03 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.99 | $17.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.31 | $20.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14 | 0 | $4.90 | $2.24 |
| Efficient EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.09 | $1.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.54 | $2.99 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Greenwood, IN
Late night in Greenwood on Wednesday
Local time
3:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Partly Sunny
SW 15 mph
14% chance
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
22 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
1h 10m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bainbridge, IN to Greenwood, IN covers 46.7 miles and takes about 1h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ernie Pyle Memorial Highway, Rockville Road, I 74. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.4 miles from Bainbridge, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.30 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 1h 10m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 29.2 miles (US 36): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.5 miles (I 74; I 465): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bainbridge, IN to Greenwood, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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