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4h 18m
Distance
225.1 mi
362 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clarksville, IN
Kelly
Decatur, IN
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The drive from Clarksville, IN to Decatur, IN covers 225.1 miles and takes about 4h 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, I 69, West Walnut Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 100.2 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.19 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
112.6 miles from Clarksville, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 5m into the drive .
This is a 4h 18m highway drive covering 225.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and I 69. The longest continuous stretch is about 100.2 miles on I 65.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and I 69. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 31.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 225.1 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 31): Lane positioning matters here; at 100.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 101.4 miles (South Emerson Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto US 31
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Southport Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto South Emerson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the exit toward SR 332: Frankton, Muncie
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
On the drive from Clarksville, IN to Decatur, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Muncie along the way.
Muncie
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 100.2 mi | 1h 48m |
| I 69 | 54.9 mi | 1h 1m |
| West Walnut Street | 18.2 mi | 20m |
| North Meridian Street | 15.1 mi | 17m |
| South Church Avenue | 12.6 mi | 14m |
| West McGalliard Road | 10.1 mi | 15m |
| SR 67 | 7.5 mi | 8m |
| South Emerson Avenue | 2.5 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Clarksville, IN and Decatur, IN.
Start on East Brooks Avenue
Turn right onto Eastern Boulevard
Turn left onto US 31
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 65
Take the exit
Turn slight right
Turn straight onto East Southport Road
Turn left onto South Emerson Avenue
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 69; I 74; I 465
Continue on I 69; I 465
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
Take the exit
Turn right onto SR 332
Turn left onto North Broadway Avenue
Continue on SR 67
Turn straight onto SR 67
Turn left onto US 27; SR 67
Continue on US 27
Turn right onto US 224
Arrive at destination
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.
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 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 112.6 miles or 2h 5m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Decatur, IN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Clarksville, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Clarksville, IN
This is one driving day of about 225.1 miles and 4h 18m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 112.6 mi from Clarksville, IN · 2h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
113 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 112.6 miles from Clarksville, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 100.2 miles.
The final approach into Decatur, 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 Decatur, IN.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$34.19 one way
$68.38 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $37.69 | $75.38 |
| premium | $4.80 | $42.49 | $84.99 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $50.01 | $100.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 67.5 | 0 | $23.64 | $10.80 |
| Efficient EV | 56.3 | 0 | $19.70 | $9.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 90 | 1 | $31.51 | $14.41 |
Gas CO2
79 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Clarksville on Monday
Local time
6:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Morning in Decatur on Monday
Local time
6:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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