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Trip from Boonville, IN to Evansville, IN

Drive Time

27m

Distance

18.5 mi

30 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$3

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

5 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 7 min
4 AM
0h 26m ★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m ★

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

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Downtown Boonville, IN, IN

Boonville, IN

Tom Fisk

Downtown Evansville, IN, IN

Evansville, IN

Kelly

Trip Overview

Traveling the 18 miles from Boonville to Evansville is a quick, straightforward journey that typically takes about 28 minutes. This short commute is ideal for a single-day trip, as it requires no overnight stay or complex planning. You will primarily navigate via West Main Street, State Road 62, and State Road 261 to reach your destination. With an estimated fuel cost of just $3, this is an exceptionally budget-friendly route within the Midwest. It serves as a practical connection between these two Indiana locations, offering a no-fuss experience for travelers.

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

9.3 miles from Boonville, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you make your way between these two Indiana towns. Because the route relies entirely on local roads and state highways, you will encounter zero highway miles, making this a more engaged, hands-on driving experience. The road profile is consistent throughout, lacking any long, uninterrupted stretches of interstate. You will feel the transition from the smaller-town atmosphere of Boonville as you navigate the turns that characterize this 28-minute trip. It is a steady, predictable drive that keeps your attention on the road rather than on high-speed cruising.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Route 66 is the longest continuous segment at about 8.4 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

441 ft 381 ft

Total Climb

37 ft

Total Descent

77 ft

Highest Point

441 ft

~4 mi in

Elevation Range

60 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near SR 61; SR 62 / West Main Street.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 27m drive. You will face about 8 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 (SR 61; SR 62 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (SR 261 / State Road 261): Navigation decision point; at 9 miles (SR 66 / State Route 66): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | SR 61; SR 62 / West Main Street

Turn left onto SR 61; SR 62 / West Main Street

Navigation decision point

4
1.2 mi into trip | ~2m in | SR 261 / State Road 261

Turn left onto SR 261 / State Road 261

Navigation decision point

5
9 mi into trip | ~13m in | SR 66 / State Route 66

Turn right onto SR 66 / State Route 66

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
4
17.3 mi into trip | ~24m in

Take the exit toward US 41 South

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward US 41 South
5
18.5 mi into trip | ~27m in

At end of road, turn right

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
State Route 66 8.4 mi 11m
State Road 261 7.8 mi 11m
West Main Street 0.7 mi 1m
East Walnut Street 0.7 mi 1m
State Road 62 0.5 mi <1m
US 41 0.3 mi <1m
South 3rd Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: State Route 66 — 8.4 mi, about 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on SR 61

283 ft · 13 sec · South 3rd Street
2

Turn left onto SR 61; SR 62

0.7 mi · 1 min · West Main Street
3

Continue on SR 62

0.5 mi · 48 sec · State Road 62
4

Turn left onto SR 261

7.8 mi · 11 min · State Road 261
5

Turn right onto SR 66

8.4 mi · 11 min · State Route 66
Use the left lane.
6

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 36 sec
Toward US 41 South
7

Merge onto US 41; SR 66

0.3 mi · 33 sec · US 41; SR 66
8

Turn right onto East Walnut Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · East Walnut Street
9

Turn right

332 ft · 25 sec
10

At end of road, turn right

123 ft · 9 sec
11

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Since this 18-mile trip is so short, you have total flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning for multiple stops or rest breaks, as the duration is manageable in one go. Keep in mind that because this route is entirely local, traffic patterns on State Road 62 and State Road 261 can fluctuate, so check your navigation app before you pull out of your driveway. With fuel costs sitting at only $3, you can easily budget for a round trip without needing to look for gas stations along the way. Focus on staying alert through the various turns to ensure a smooth arrival in Evansville.

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 9.3 miles from Boonville, IN, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.4 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 18.5 miles or 27m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 9.3 miles or 14m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 22m

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 Boonville, 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 Boonville, IN

This is one driving day of about 18.5 miles and 27m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Boonville, 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 State Route 66 for about 8.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 9.3 mi from Boonville, IN · 14m into the drive

Downtown Mount Carmel, IL, IL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mount Carmel, IL

9 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

Mount Carmel, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 18.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Mount Carmel, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 9.3 miles from Boonville, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Evansville, IN

The final approach into Evansville, 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 Evansville, IN.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial

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...

16 mi from route ~40 min detour Free
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$2.81 one way

$5.62 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 7 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $3.10 $6.20
premium $4.80 $3.49 $6.98
diesel $5.64 $4.11 $8.22

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$3

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$28–$53

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 6.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

EV Charging Along Route

5 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Meijer - Tesla Supercharger

Evansville, IN

Tesla

12 DCFC

GM - ROMAIN BUICK INC

Evansville, IN

EV Connect

2 DCFC

D-Patrick Ford - Motoplex

Evansville, IN

CHARGESMART_EV

2 DCFC

Kenny Kent Chevy

Evansville, IN

Blink Network

2 DCFC

D-Patrick Ford - Evansville

Evansville, IN

CHARGESMART_EV

2 DCFC

CHARGESMART_EV: 2 EV Connect: 1 Tesla: 1 Blink Network: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 5.6 0 $1.94 $0.89
Efficient EV 4.6 0 $1.62 $0.74
EV Truck/SUV 7.4 0 $2.59 $1.18

Gas CO2

6 kg

EV CO2

2 kg (67% 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Boonville, IN

Night in Boonville on Sunday

Local time

10:18 PM

CDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Evansville, IN

Night in Evansville on Sunday

Local time

10:18 PM

CDT

Current temp

59°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

4 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

27m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Boonville, IN to Evansville, IN covers 18.5 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Route 66, State Road 261, West Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.3 miles from Boonville, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.81 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 27m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 61; SR 62 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (SR 261 / State Road 261): Navigation decision point; at 9 miles (SR 66 / State Route 66): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Boonville, IN to Evansville, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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