Drive Time
5h 33m
Distance
260.9 mi
420 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$40
one way
Photo: Kelly
The drive from Crown Point, IN to Evansville, IN covers 260.9 miles and takes about 5h 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 41, SR 63, Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 157.9 miles on US 41. At current regular gas prices, budget about $39.63 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
130.4 miles from Crown Point, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 43m into the drive .
This is a 5h 33m highway drive covering 260.9 miles, with most of the trip on US 41 and SR 63. The longest continuous stretch is about 157.9 miles on US 41.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 41 and SR 63. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 231; SR 55 / West Joliet Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 260.9 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (US 231; SR 55 / West Joliet Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles (I 65 / Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 231; SR 55 / West Joliet Street
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 65 / Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 14: Winamac
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto US 41
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn right
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 41 | 157.9 mi | 3h 23m |
| SR 63 | 63.4 mi | 1h 20m |
| Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway | 26 mi | 27m |
| State Road 14 | 9.2 mi | 12m |
| West Joliet Street | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| East Walnut Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South Court Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Crown Point, IN and Evansville, IN.
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 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 130.4 miles or 2h 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Evansville, IN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Crown Point, 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 Crown Point, IN
This is one driving day of about 260.9 miles and 5h 33m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 130.4 mi from Crown Point, IN · 2h 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
130 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 130.4 miles from Crown Point, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 41 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 157.9 miles.
The final approach into Evansville, 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 Evansville, 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
$39.63 one way
$79.26 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $43.69 | $87.37 |
| premium | $4.80 | $49.25 | $98.51 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $57.96 | $115.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 91.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 78.3 | 0 | $27.39 | $12.52 |
| Efficient EV | 65.2 | 0 | $22.83 | $10.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 104.4 | 1 | $36.53 | $16.70 |
Gas CO2
91 kg
EV CO2
31 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Afternoon in Crown Point on Saturday
Local time
3:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Afternoon in Evansville on Saturday
Local time
3:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
54°F
Champaign, IL
130 mi in
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.
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