Fairfield, IN to Evansville, IN is 230.9 miles and takes about 5h 1m via I 69 and State Road 44, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Indiana, traversing the Midwest region from start to finish. It's a straightforward drive that's ideal for a single-day journey, making it a convenient option for those looking to cover ground efficiently. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained highways, so it's a practical choice for a quick transition between these two Indiana cities.
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
115.5 miles from Fairfield, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 53m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 1m. Total distance: 230.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 61% of the journey taking place on interstates and major roadways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 129.2 miles on I 69, offering a consistent and relatively fast pace. While the majority of the drive is on higher-speed roads, you'll also navigate sections of East 1st Street and State Road 44, which may offer a slightly different driving experience as you approach your destination. Expect a consistent flow of traffic on the main highway segments.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 35 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 129.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and East 1st Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.3 miles in near SR 44 / West Union Street.
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 27 significant decision points across 230.9 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 9.3 miles (SR 44 / West Union Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 72.1 miles (East Jefferson Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 92.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 27 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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9.3 mi into trip|~21m in|SR 44 / West Union Street
Turn left onto SR 44 / West Union Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
72.1 mi into trip|~1h 55m in|East Jefferson Street
Turn right onto East Jefferson Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
92.9 mi into trip|~2h 27m in
Take the ramp toward I 69 South: Evansville
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
5
93.6 mi into trip|~2h 28m in|I 69
Merge onto I 69
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
118.6 mi into trip|~2h 56m 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
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 69
129.2 mi
2h 19m
East 1st Street
18.7 mi
27m
State Road 44
18.6 mi
28m
West 3rd Street
16.4 mi
24m
West McKay Road
12.7 mi
18m
West Union Street
11.5 mi
17m
Indiana Highway 101
6.4 mi
11m
East Lloyd Expressway
3.9 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 129.2 mi, about 2h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairfield, IN and Evansville, IN.
1
Start on this road
2.5 mi·9 min·this road
2
Turn left onto SR 101
6.4 mi·11 min·Indiana Highway 101
3
Continue on SR 101
0.4 mi·45 sec·South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto SR 44
12 mi·17 min·West Union Street
Use the left lane.
5
Turn left onto SR 44
0.2 mi·16 sec·North Eastern Avenue
6
Turn right onto SR 44
16 mi·24 min·West 3rd Street
7
Turn left onto SR 44 Truck
226 ft·5 sec·North Perkins Street
8
Turn right onto SR 44 Truck
19 mi·27 min·East 1st Street
9
Continue on SR 44
0.5 mi·58 sec·East Broadway Street
10
Turn left onto SR 9; SR 44
0.4 mi·36 sec·South Harrison Street
11
Turn right onto SR 44
0.6 mi·54 sec·Colescott Street
12
Turn left onto SR 44
1.2 mi·1 min·Miller Avenue
13
Turn right onto SR 44
13 mi·18 min·West McKay Road
14
Enter roundabout onto East King Street
102 ft·1 sec·East King Street
15
Continue on East King Street
0.6 mi·57 sec·East King Street
16
Turn left onto North Forsythe Street
491 ft·10 sec·North Forsythe Street
17
Turn right onto East Jefferson Street
2.1 mi·3 min·East Jefferson Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
18
Enter roundabout onto SR 44
224 ft·3 sec·State Road 44
19
Continue on SR 44
19 mi·28 min·State Road 44
20
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 69 South: EvansvilleUse the left lane.
21
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 252
103 ft·1 sec·SR 252
22
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
23
Merge onto I 69
25 mi·27 min·I 69
Use the straight lane.
24
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
104 mi·1 hr 51 min·I 69
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
25
Take the exit
0.4 mi·39 sec
Exit 10Toward Lynch Road
26
Turn slight right
153 ft·4 sec
27
Turn straight onto Lynch Road
498 ft·15 sec·Lynch Road
28
Turn left onto North Burkhardt Road
2.5 mi·4 min·North Burkhardt Road
29
Turn right onto SR 66
3.9 mi·4 min·East Lloyd Expressway
30
Take the exit
0.2 mi·36 sec
Toward US 41 South
31
Merge onto US 41; SR 66
0.3 mi·33 sec·US 41; SR 66
32
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
0.7 mi·1 min·East Walnut Street
33
Turn right
332 ft·25 sec
34
At end of road, turn right
123 ft·9 sec
35
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour duration, starting your drive in Fairfield, IN, earlier in the day is advisable to ensure you arrive in Evansville with ample daylight. The longest stretch without a major break is over 129 miles on I 69, so plan a fuel and rest stop before you hit that point. While there's only one recommended stop, you'll find plenty of services along I 69 if needed. For this 230.9-mile trip, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge as you transition from I 69 to State Road 44 near the end is a good idea.
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 115.5 miles from Fairfield, IN, or about 2h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 129.2 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 51 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 115.5 miles or 2h 53m 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 12m
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 Fairfield, 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 Fairfield, IN
This is one driving day of about 230.9 miles and 5h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Fairfield, 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 129.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 115.5 mi from Fairfield, IN
· 2h 53m 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
~50 min detour
Free
near mile 183.1
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
~65 min detour
Free
near mile 207
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.10 one way
$72.20 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg81 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$39.63
$79.27
premium
$4.89
$44.43
$88.87
diesel
$5.61
$50.98
$101.96
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
4 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: good
Tesla Supercharger
Bloomington, Indiana
Tesla
1 DCFC
EV Connect Charging Station
Bloomington, Indiana
EV Connect
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Bloomington, Indiana
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
EVBOLT Charging Station
Bloomington, Indiana
Other
1 DCFC
Tesla: 1
EV Connect: 1
ChargePoint: 1
Other: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
69.3
0
$24.24
$11.08
Efficient EV
57.7
0
$20.20
$9.24
EV Truck/SUV
92.4
1
$32.33
$14.78
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% 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 15, 2026
Origin
Fairfield, IN
Morning
in Fairfield on Saturday
Local time
11:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Evansville, IN
Morning
in Evansville on Saturday
Local time
10:19 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
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
5h 1m 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 Fairfield, IN to Evansville, IN covers 230.9 miles and takes about 5h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, East 1st Street, State Road 44. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 115.5 miles from Fairfield, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.10 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 27 significant decision points across 230.9 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 9.3 miles (SR 44 / West Union Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 72.1 miles (East Jefferson Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 92.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Fairfield, IN to Evansville, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
