Origin
Carmel, IN
Afternoon in Carmel on Tuesday
Local time
3:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Carmel, IN to Rockport, IN
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Drive Time
3h 36m
Distance
180.4 mi
290 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 24m
★
6 AM
3h 36m
8 AM
4h 1m
10 AM
3h 45m
12 PM
3h 42m
3 PM
3h 46m
5 PM
4h 0m
8 PM
3h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Carmel, IN
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Rockport, IN
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
The drive from Carmel, IN to Rockport, IN covers 180.4 miles and takes about 3h 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 69, West 6th Street, US 231 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 95.4 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.20 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
90.2 miles from Carmel, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 3h 36m highway drive covering 180.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and West 6th Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 95.4 miles on I 69.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 69 is the longest continuous segment at about 95.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and West 6th Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 180.4 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: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 4.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 4.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
4.1 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 465 East: Keystone Avenue South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 465 East: Keystone Avenue South
7
4.2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 465 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / right lanes.
Toward I 465 East
8
28.9 mi into trip
|
~36m 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
6
104.4 mi into trip
|
~2h in
Take the exit toward US 231: Bloomfield, Crane
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 87
Toward US 231: Bloomfield, Crane
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Carmel, IN to Rockport, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Crane along the way.
Crane
104.4 mi in
|
~2h
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 95.4 mi | 1h 46m |
| West 6th Street | 35.4 mi | 42m |
| US 231 | 23.1 mi | 30m |
| Mill Street | 14.3 mi | 16m |
| I 465 | 4 mi | 4m |
| Keystone Parkway | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| SR 66 | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| East Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 95.4 mi, about 1h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carmel, IN and Rockport, IN.
1
Start on East Main Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Enter roundabout
37 ft
·
2 sec
3
Continue
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
4
Merge onto Keystone Parkway
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Keystone Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Enter roundabout
137 ft
·
7 sec
Toward I 465: South Keystone Avenue
6
Continue
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 465: South Keystone Avenue
7
Keep slight left at fork
430 ft
·
10 sec
Toward I 465 East: Keystone Avenue South
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 465 East
Use the slight left / right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 465
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
I 465
10
Merge onto I 69; I 465
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 69; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 69; I 74; I 465
8.7 mi
·
10 min
·
I 69; I 74; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
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.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
27 mi
·
28 min
·
I 69
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 87
Toward US 231: Bloomfield, Crane
15
Keep slight left at fork
106 ft
·
2 sec
16
Turn left onto US 231
17 mi
·
23 min
·
US 231
17
Turn right onto US 50; US 150; US 231
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
West Broadway Street
Use the right lane.
18
Continue on US 50; US 150; US 231
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Mill Street
19
Continue on US 231; SR 56
6.1 mi
·
7 min
·
US 231; SR 56
20
Turn right onto US 231; SR 56
35 mi
·
42 min
·
West 6th Street
21
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
2 min
22
Turn right onto SR 66
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 66
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Arrive at destination
South 5th Street
Trip Plan
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 90.2 miles from Carmel, IN, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 95.4 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 80 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 90.2 miles or 1h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rockport, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Carmel, 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 Carmel, IN
This is one driving day of about 180.4 miles and 3h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Carmel, 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 95.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 90.2 mi from Carmel, IN · 1h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
90 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 90.2 miles from Carmel, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 95.4 miles.
Arriving in Rockport, IN
The final approach into Rockport, 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 Rockport, 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
$28.20 one way
$56.41 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
63 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $30.97 | $61.93 |
| premium | $4.89 | $34.72 | $69.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.83 | $79.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54.1 | 0 | $18.94 | $8.66 |
| Efficient EV | 45.1 | 0 | $15.79 | $7.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 72.2 | 0 | $25.26 | $11.55 |
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Destination
Rockport, IN
Afternoon in Rockport on Tuesday
Local time
2:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
20 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
3h 36m 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 Carmel, IN to Rockport, IN covers 180.4 miles and takes about 3h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, West 6th Street, US 231. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 90.2 miles from Carmel, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.20 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 180.4 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 4.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 4.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Carmel, IN to Rockport, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Crane along the way.
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