Origin
Evansville, IN
Late night in Evansville on Wednesday
Local time
4:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Evansville, IN to Bedford, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 12m
Distance
103.4 mi
166 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 3m
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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.
Evansville, IN
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Bedford, IN
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 103.4-mile drive from Evansville to Bedford, Indiana, is easily manageable in about 2 hours and 12 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day road trip. With 97% of the journey on highways, it’s a focused drive that gets you to your destination efficiently. The estimated fuel cost for this Midwest to Midwest journey is around $16. You won't need to worry about overnight stays, as this route is designed for a single-day excursion, offering flexibility in your departure and arrival times.
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
51.7 miles from Evansville, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 97% of the drive utilizing major roadways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I-69, including a continuous stretch of 52.5 miles, before transitioning to US-50. The emphasis is on efficient travel rather than winding country roads. This profile suggests a consistent pace for most of the 103.4-mile trip, allowing for steady progress toward Bedford.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 52.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and US 50. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Walnut Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 103.4 miles you will encounter 14 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: at 0.1 miles (East Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (John Street): Navigation decision point; at 59.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Walnut Street
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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John Street
Turn right onto John Street
Navigation decision point
6
59.5 mi into trip
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~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward US 50, US 150: Wasington, Vincennes
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 62
Toward US 50, US 150: Wasington, Vincennes
5
59.9 mi into trip
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~1h 8m in
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US 50; US 150
Turn right onto US 50; US 150
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
103.4 mi into trip
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~2h 12m in
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L Street
Turn left onto L Street
Navigation decision point
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 Evansville, IN to Bedford, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Vincennes along the way.
Vincennes
59.5 mi in
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~1h 7m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 52.5 mi | 56m |
| US 50 | 40.5 mi | 59m |
| East Lloyd Expressway | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| US 50 BUS | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| North Burkhardt Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Morgan Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Garvin Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 16th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 52.5 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Evansville, IN and Bedford, IN.
1
Start on this road
123 ft
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13 sec
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this road
2
Turn left
332 ft
·
26 sec
3
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
127 ft
·
6 sec
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East Walnut Street
4
Turn right onto South Garvin Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
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South Garvin Street
5
Turn right onto John Street
243 ft
·
4 sec
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John Street
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
7
Merge onto SR 62
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
East Lloyd Expressway
8
Turn left onto North Burkhardt Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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North Burkhardt Road
9
Turn right onto SR 62
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Morgan Avenue
10
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
11
Merge onto I 69
52 mi
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56 min
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I 69
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 62
Toward US 50, US 150: Wasington, Vincennes
13
Turn right onto US 50; US 150
30 mi
·
43 min
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US 50; US 150
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto US 50
9.8 mi
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14 min
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US 50
15
Turn left onto US 50; SR 37
1.2 mi
·
1 min
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US 50; SR 37
16
Turn slight left onto US 50 BUS
2.8 mi
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4 min
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US 50 BUS
17
Turn right onto US 50
449 ft
·
15 sec
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16th Street
18
Turn left onto L Street
47 ft
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0 sec
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L Street
19
Arrive at destination
L Street
Trip Plan
Given its manageable 2-hour duration and highway focus, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can leave Evansville anytime that suits your schedule, and with no designated stops in the data, you can easily pull over for breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 52.5-mile stretch on I-69, as services might be more spaced out. The $16 fuel estimate is a good baseline for planning your budget for this short, direct journey within Indiana.
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 51.7 miles from Evansville, IN, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.5 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 80 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.7 miles or 59m 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 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bedford, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Evansville, 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 Evansville, IN
This is one driving day of about 103.4 miles and 2h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Evansville, 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 I 69 for about 52.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 51.7 mi from Evansville, IN · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51.7 miles from Evansville, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bedford, IN
The final approach into Bedford, 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 Bedford, 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
$16.17 one way
$32.33 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.75 | $35.50 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.90 | $39.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.83 | $45.66 |
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: 36.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31 | 0 | $10.86 | $4.96 |
| Efficient EV | 25.9 | 0 | $9.05 | $4.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.4 | 0 | $14.48 | $6.62 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (67% 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
Bedford, IN
Late night in Bedford on Wednesday
Local time
5:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
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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 later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
1 degrees cooler 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 Evansville, IN to Bedford, IN covers 103.4 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 I 69, US 50, East Lloyd Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.7 miles from Evansville, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.17 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 103.4 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (John Street): Navigation decision point; at 59.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Evansville, IN to Bedford, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Vincennes along the way.
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