Origin
Clinton, IN
Morning in Clinton on Friday
Local time
7:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clinton, IN to Ballstown, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
23m
Distance
13.2 mi
21 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clinton, IN
Mohan Nannapaneni
Ballstown, IN
Anastasia Shuraeva
Trip Overview
Clinton, IN to Ballstown, IN is 13.2 miles and takes about 23m via SR 48, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This quick trip stays within Indiana, moving from the Midwest region to the Midwest region. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on well-maintained state roads, making it an easy choice for a short hop. You'll find this route ideal if you need to cover a small distance efficiently without much fuss. Plan for a very brief journey that requires minimal preparation.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 23m. Total distance: 13.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This route is almost entirely highway-focused, with 98% of the drive on paved roads designed for steady travel. You'll experience a consistent driving pace for a significant portion, including an uninterrupted stretch of 8.3 miles on SR 48. Expect smooth sailing for the majority of your trip, as the primary roads like SR 48, SR 229, and North Spades Road are built for efficient transit. The character remains highway-like throughout, offering a predictable and uncomplicated driving experience.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 4 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 48 is the longest continuous segment at about 8.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 48 and SR 229. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near SR 48.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Clinton, IN to Ballstown, IN is easy. At 23m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (SR 48): Navigation decision point; at 8.5 miles (SR 229): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 48
Turn right onto SR 48
Navigation decision point
3
8.5 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
SR 229
Turn right onto SR 229
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 48 | 8.3 mi | 14m |
| SR 229 | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| North Spades Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 48
— 8.3 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton, IN and Ballstown, IN.
1
Start on North Spades Road
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
·
North Spades Road
2
Turn right onto SR 48
8.3 mi
·
14 min
·
SR 48
3
Turn right onto SR 229
4.7 mi
·
8 min
·
SR 229
4
Arrive at destination
SR 229
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.06 one way
$4.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.27 | $4.53 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.54 | $5.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.91 | $5.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4 | 0 | $1.39 | $0.63 |
| Efficient EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.85 | $0.84 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Ballstown, IN
Morning in Ballstown on Friday
Local time
7:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 10 mph
28% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 15 at 10:59PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 15 at 10:59PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
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
24 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
23m 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 Clinton, IN to Ballstown, IN covers 13.2 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 48, SR 229, North Spades Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.6 miles from Clinton, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.06 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.
The drive from Clinton, IN to Ballstown, IN is easy. At 23m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (SR 48): Navigation decision point; at 8.5 miles (SR 229): Navigation decision point.
The route from Clinton, IN to Ballstown, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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