The drive from Converse, IN to Evansville, IN covers 236.8 miles and takes about 4h 39m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 69, SR 37, SR 13 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 178.6 miles on I 69.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.02 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
118.4 miles from Converse, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 27m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 39m. Total distance: 236.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 4h 39m highway drive covering 236.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and SR 37. The longest continuous stretch is about 178.6 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 29 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 178.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and SR 37. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 53.3 miles in near I 69.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 236.8 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 53.3 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.2 miles (I 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 76 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
53.3 mi into trip|~1h 13m in|I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
5
54.2 mi into trip|~1h 14m in|I 69
Continue onto I 69 toward I 465 South, I 69 South
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 200
Toward I 465 South, I 69 South
8
76 mi into trip|~1h 40m 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
5
124.5 mi into trip|~2h 34m in|I 69
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 South: Evansville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
5
228.7 mi into trip|~4h 26m in
Take the exit toward Lynch Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 10
Toward Lynch Road
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 69
178.6 mi
3h 17m
SR 37
15.3 mi
19m
SR 13
9.3 mi
11m
North 900 West
6 mi
8m
South 800 West
5.2 mi
7m
North 1350 East
5 mi
7m
East Lloyd Expressway
3.9 mi
4m
State Road 13
3.2 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 178.6 mi, about 3h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Converse, IN and Evansville, IN.
1
Start on South Jefferson Street
0.2 mi·31 sec·South Jefferson Street
2
Continue on South 1050 E
0.7 mi·1 min·South 1050 E
3
Continue on North 1350 East
5.0 mi·7 min·North 1350 East
4
Turn left onto East 100 N
0.5 mi·45 sec·East 100 N
5
Continue on West 400 South
2.0 mi·3 min·West 400 South
6
Turn right onto SR 13; SR 19
5.2 mi·7 min·South 800 West
7
Continue on SR 13
3.2 mi·4 min·State Road 13
8
Continue on SR 13
6.0 mi·8 min·North 900 West
9
Continue on SR 13
2.9 mi·4 min·North Anderson Street
10
Turn right onto SR 37; SR 13
2.4 mi·2 min·SR 37; SR 13
11
Continue on SR 13; SR 37
9.3 mi·11 min·SR 13; SR 37
12
Enter roundabout onto SR 37
105 ft·1 sec·SR 37
13
Continue on SR 37
13 mi·17 min·SR 37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 69
3.1 mi·3 min·I 69
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
1.0 mi·1 min·I 69
Use the slight right lane.
16
Continue on I 69
22 mi·25 min·I 69
Exit 200Toward I 465 South, I 69 SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
48 mi·54 min·I 69
Exit 5Toward I 69 South: EvansvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
104 mi·1 hr 51 min·I 69
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
19
Take the exit
0.4 mi·39 sec
Exit 10Toward Lynch Road
20
Turn slight right
153 ft·4 sec
21
Turn straight onto Lynch Road
498 ft·15 sec·Lynch Road
22
Turn left onto North Burkhardt Road
2.5 mi·4 min·North Burkhardt Road
23
Turn right onto SR 66
3.9 mi·4 min·East Lloyd Expressway
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi·36 sec
Toward US 41 South
25
Merge onto US 41; SR 66
0.3 mi·33 sec·US 41; SR 66
26
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
0.7 mi·1 min·East Walnut Street
27
Turn right
332 ft·25 sec
28
At end of road, turn right
123 ft·9 sec
29
Arrive at destination
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 118.4 miles from Converse, IN, or about 2h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 178.6 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 52 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 118.4 miles or 2h 27m 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 49m
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 Converse, 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 Converse, IN
This is one driving day of about 236.8 miles and 4h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Converse, 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 178.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 118.4 mi from Converse, IN
· 2h 27m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
George Rogers Clark National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The British flag would not be raised above Fort Sackville Feb. 25, 1779. At 10 A.M., the garrison surrendered to American Colonel George Rogers Clark. His American army, aided by French residents of t...
20 mi from route
~51 min detour
Free
near mile 190.3
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...
26 mi from route
~64 min detour
Free
near mile 215.1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
71
0
$24.86
$11.37
Efficient EV
59.2
0
$20.72
$9.47
EV Truck/SUV
94.7
1
$33.15
$15.16
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (66% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Converse, IN
Late night
in Converse on Friday
Local time
4:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Evansville, IN
Late night
in Evansville on Friday
Local time
3:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°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
4 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
4h 39m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Converse, IN to Evansville, IN covers 236.8 miles and takes about 4h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, SR 37, SR 13. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 118.4 miles from Converse, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.02 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 236.8 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 53.3 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.2 miles (I 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 76 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Converse, IN to Evansville, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial.
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.
EV charging comes from the
NREL Alternative Fuels
dataset.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
methodology page
documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
