Origin
Ellettsville, IN
Night in Ellettsville on Wednesday
Local time
11:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ellettsville, IN to Jeffersonville, IN
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
2h 12m
Distance
101.2 mi
163 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 3m
★
6 AM
2h 13m
8 AM
2h 31m
10 AM
2h 19m
12 PM
2h 17m
3 PM
2h 20m
5 PM
2h 30m
8 PM
2h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ellettsville, IN
Tom Fisk
Jeffersonville, IN
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Trip Overview
This 101.2-mile drive from Ellettsville, IN to Jeffersonville, IN is easily manageable as a day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 12 minutes. With 77% of the journey on highways, you'll find it to be a straightforward, highway-focused experience. Expect a fuel cost of around $16 for this trip through the Midwest. There are no designated stops recommended, allowing you the flexibility to depart at your convenience. This route offers a practical and efficient way to travel between these two Indiana communities.
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
50.6 miles from Ellettsville, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route leans heavily into highway driving, with 77% of the path utilizing major roads like SR 37. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 41.6 miles on SR 37, offering a consistent pace. The drive is primarily focused on efficient travel, characterized by its highway-centric profile. Expect a steady journey with minimal deviations from the main thoroughfares as you make your way south.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 37 is the longest continuous segment at about 41.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 37 and West US Highway 150. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.5 miles in near SR 37.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 101.2 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 10.5 miles (SR 37): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 89.7 miles (US 150): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92 miles (I 64; US 150): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
10.5 mi into trip
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~15m in
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SR 37
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37 toward SR 37 South: Bedford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 114
Toward SR 37 South: Bedford
6
89.7 mi into trip
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~1h 54m in
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US 150
Keep slight left at fork onto US 150 toward I 64 East, US 150 East, SR 62 East: New Albany, Louisville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 64 East, US 150 East, SR 62 East: New...
6
92 mi into trip
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~1h 57m in
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I 64; US 150
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64; US 150
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
99.1 mi into trip
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~2h 7m in
Take the exit toward I 65 South, I 65 Toll North: Nashville, Indianapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 5
Toward I 65 South, I 65 Toll North: Nashville,...
7
99.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 65 Toll North: Indianapolis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 65 Toll North: Indianapolis
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Ellettsville, IN to Jeffersonville, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Louisville along the way.
Louisville
89.7 mi in
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~1h 54m
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via US 150
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 37 | 41.6 mi | 52m |
| West US Highway 150 | 26.8 mi | 31m |
| Southeast Main Street | 10.4 mi | 14m |
| I 64 | 7.1 mi | 9m |
| State Road 46 | 3.9 mi | 7m |
| US 150 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| West Temperance Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Court Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 37
— 41.6 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ellettsville, IN and Jeffersonville, IN.
1
Start on SR 46
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Temperance Street
2
Continue on SR 46
3.9 mi
·
7 min
·
State Road 46
3
Take the exit
6.0 mi
·
7 min
Use the straight lane.
4
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37
42 mi
·
52 min
·
SR 37
Exit 114
Toward SR 37 South: Bedford
5
Enter roundabout onto US 150; SR 56
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
East Main Street
6
Continue on US 150; SR 56
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
East Main Street
7
Turn right onto US 150
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Southeast Main Street
8
Continue on US 150
27 mi
·
31 min
·
West US Highway 150
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 150
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
US 150
Toward I 64 East, US 150 East, SR 62 East: New Albany, Louisville
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 64; US 150
7.1 mi
·
9 min
·
I 64; US 150
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 5
Toward I 65 South, I 65 Toll North: Nashville, Indianapolis
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward I 65 Toll North: Indianapolis
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 65
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Abraham Lincoln Bridge
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward Court Avenue, 6th Street
15
Turn right onto West Court Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Court Avenue
16
Turn left onto Walnut Street
221 ft
·
11 sec
·
Walnut Street
17
Turn right
204 ft
·
20 sec
18
Turn left
131 ft
·
11 sec
19
Turn right
212 ft
·
17 sec
20
At end of road, turn right onto Watt Street
96 ft
·
4 sec
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Watt Street
21
Arrive at destination
Watt Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of just over 2 hours, you have the flexibility to leave Ellettsville at your preferred time. Plan for one fuel stop if needed, though the estimated $16 fuel cost suggests it may not be necessary for the entire 101.2 miles. Keep an eye on traffic conditions as you approach the Louisville metropolitan area near Jeffersonville. Since there are no required stops, you can easily adjust your timing based on your schedule and energy levels.
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 50.6 miles from Ellettsville, IN, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.6 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 22 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.6 miles or 1h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jeffersonville, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ellettsville, 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 Ellettsville, IN
This is one driving day of about 101.2 miles and 2h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Ellettsville, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on SR 37 for about 41.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.6 mi from Ellettsville, IN · 1h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.6 miles from Ellettsville, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Jeffersonville, IN
The final approach into Jeffersonville, 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 Jeffersonville, 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
$15.82 one way
$31.64 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.37 | $34.74 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.48 | $38.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.34 | $44.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.4 | 0 | $10.63 | $4.86 |
| Efficient EV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.86 | $4.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.5 | 0 | $14.17 | $6.48 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Jeffersonville, IN
Night in Jeffersonville on Wednesday
Local time
11:43 PM
EDT
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 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
2h 12m 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 Ellettsville, IN to Jeffersonville, IN covers 101.2 miles and takes about 2h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 37, West US Highway 150, Southeast Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.6 miles from Ellettsville, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.82 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 demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 101.2 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 10.5 miles (SR 37): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 89.7 miles (US 150): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92 miles (I 64; US 150): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Ellettsville, IN to Jeffersonville, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Louisville along the way.
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