Origin
Claypool, IN
Night in Claypool on Tuesday
Local time
10:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Claypool, IN to DeFries Landing, IN
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
40m
Distance
22.4 mi
36 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
★
6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
DeFries Landing, IN
Sam McCool
Trip Overview
The drive from Claypool, IN to DeFries Landing, IN covers 22.4 miles and takes about 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Detroit Street, Fisher Avenue, West 900 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8.9 miles on South Detroit Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.50 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
11.2 miles from Claypool, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 40m drive with frequent turns across 22.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Detroit Street is the longest continuous segment at about 8.9 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 0.1 miles in near Railroad Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 40m drive. You will face about 9 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 (Railroad Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West Section Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (SR 15 / Fisher Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Railroad Street
Turn right onto Railroad Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Section Street
Turn left onto West Section Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.7 mi into trip
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~3m in
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SR 15 / Fisher Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto SR 15 / Fisher Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
8.5 mi into trip
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~14m in
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SR 15 / South Detroit Street
Turn left onto SR 15 / South Detroit Street
Navigation decision point
5
21 mi into trip
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~36m in
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North 300 East
At end of road, turn right onto North 300 East
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Detroit Street | 8.9 mi | 13m |
| Fisher Avenue | 7.1 mi | 10m |
| West 900 North | 3.5 mi | 8m |
| East Defreese Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| South Buffalo Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West 700 South | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| EMS D18 Lane | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| West Section Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Detroit Street
— 8.9 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Claypool, IN and DeFries Landing, IN.
1
Start on West Calhoun Street
335 ft
·
16 sec
·
West Calhoun Street
2
Turn right onto Railroad Street
348 ft
·
20 sec
·
Railroad Street
3
Turn left onto West Section Street
0.2 mi
·
57 sec
·
West Section Street
4
Continue on West 700 South
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West 700 South
5
At end of road, turn right onto SR 15
7.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Fisher Avenue
6
Continue on SR 15
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
South Buffalo Street
7
Turn right onto SR 15
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
East Winona Avenue
8
Turn left onto SR 15
8.9 mi
·
13 min
·
South Detroit Street
9
Turn right onto West 900 North
3.5 mi
·
8 min
·
West 900 North
10
At end of road, turn right onto North 300 East
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
North 300 East
11
Turn left onto East Defreese Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Defreese Road
12
Turn left onto EMS D18 Lane
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
EMS D18 Lane
13
Turn slight left onto EMS D18C Lane
304 ft
·
13 sec
·
EMS D18C Lane
14
Arrive at destination
EMS D18C Lane
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 11.2 miles from Claypool, IN, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.9 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 22.4 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.2 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near DeFries Landing, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Claypool, 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 Claypool, IN
This is one driving day of about 22.4 miles and 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Claypool, 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 South Detroit Street for about 8.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.2 mi from Claypool, IN · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 22.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.2 miles from Claypool, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in DeFries Landing, IN
The final approach into DeFries Landing, 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 DeFries Landing, 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
$3.50 one way
$7.00 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.85 | $7.69 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.31 | $8.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.95 | $9.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.35 | $1.08 |
| Efficient EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.96 | $0.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9 | 0 | $3.14 | $1.43 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
DeFries Landing, IN
Night in DeFries Landing on Tuesday
Local time
10:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
40m 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 Claypool, IN to DeFries Landing, IN covers 22.4 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Detroit Street, Fisher Avenue, West 900 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.2 miles from Claypool, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.50 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 40m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Railroad Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West Section Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (SR 15 / Fisher Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from Claypool, IN to DeFries Landing, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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