Origin
Franklin, IN
Afternoon in Franklin on Friday
Local time
4:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Franklin, IN to Greenwood, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 38m
Distance
67.2 mi
108 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 31m
★
6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 53m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 42m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Franklin, IN
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Greenwood, IN
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Trip Overview
Franklin, IN to Greenwood, IN is 67.2 miles and takes about 1h 38m via I 70, I 69, and East 300 North Road, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, single-day trip primarily within the Midwest's Indiana region. Given its relatively short distance and highway-focused profile, it's ideal for a quick transit or a day trip without needing an overnight stay. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, making it a functional journey rather than a scenic adventure.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33.6 miles from Franklin, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 38m. Total distance: 67.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive leans heavily into highway travel, with 61% of the journey on interstates like I 70 and I 69. You can expect long, uninterrupted stretches, including a significant 32.7-mile segment solely on I 70. The profile is largely "highway-focused," meaning you'll experience consistent speeds and straightforward navigation for the majority of your trip. While there's a transition to local roads like East 300 North Road towards the end, the overall feel is one of efficient, direct transit on well-maintained roadways.
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.
I 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 32.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and I 69. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.4 miles in near SR 38 / Broad Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.2 miles you will encounter 15 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 11.4 miles (SR 38 / Broad Street): Navigation decision point; at 51.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
11.4 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
SR 38 / Broad Street
At end of road, turn right onto SR 38 / Broad Street
Navigation decision point
8
51.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward I 465 South, I 465 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 90
Toward I 465 South, I 465 North
7
51.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 465 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 465 South
7
59.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
Take the exit toward Emerson Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 52
Toward Emerson Avenue
7
59.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 32.7 mi | 35m |
| I 69 | 6.8 mi | 7m |
| East 300 North Road | 6.7 mi | 16m |
| South Memorial Drive | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| South Emerson Avenue | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| Hillsboro Road | 2 mi | 4m |
| SR 103 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| North Meridian Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 32.7 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Franklin, IN and Greenwood, IN.
1
Start on Nobblett Road
0.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Nobblett Road
2
Continue on East 300 North Road
6.7 mi
·
16 min
·
East 300 North Road
3
Turn slight left onto Hillsboro Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hillsboro Road
4
At end of road, turn right onto Hillsboro Road
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Hillsboro Road
5
Turn right onto East 150 N
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East 150 N
6
Turn left onto SR 103
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
SR 103
7
At end of road, turn right onto SR 38
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Broad Street
8
Turn left onto SR 3
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
South Memorial Drive
9
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
10
Merge onto I 70
33 mi
·
35 min
·
I 70
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 90
Toward I 465 South, I 465 North
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 465 South
Use the slight left lane.
13
Merge onto I 69; I 465
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
I 69; I 465
14
Continue on I 69; I 74; I 465
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
I 69; I 74; I 465
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 52
Toward Emerson Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Turn straight onto South Emerson Avenue
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
South Emerson Avenue
Use the straight lane.
18
Turn right onto East County Line Road South
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
East County Line Road South
19
Turn left onto North Meridian Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
North Meridian Street
20
Turn right onto Main Street West
95 ft
·
1 sec
·
Main Street West
21
Arrive at destination
Main Street West
Trip Plan
With a total drive time of under two hours, this trip offers a lot of flexibility for departure. You won't need to rush, so consider leaving mid-morning to avoid peak commute times in either Franklin or Greenwood. Since the longest stretch on I 70 is 32.7 miles, you can easily wait to refuel until you're closer to Greenwood if needed. Because this is a short, same-day trip, planning for extensive stops isn't necessary, but keep an eye on traffic conditions as you approach your destination city.
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 33.6 miles from Franklin, IN, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.7 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 15 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.6 miles or 56m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greenwood, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Franklin, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Franklin, IN
This is one driving day of about 67.2 miles and 1h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Franklin, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 70 for about 32.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.6 mi from Franklin, IN · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.6 miles from Franklin, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Greenwood, IN
The final approach into Greenwood, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.51 one way
$21.01 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.54 | $23.07 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.93 | $25.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.84 | $29.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.06 | $3.23 |
| Efficient EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.88 | $2.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.9 | 0 | $9.41 | $4.30 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Greenwood, IN
Afternoon in Greenwood on Friday
Local time
4:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Henry, IN
34 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
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
1h 38m 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 Franklin, IN to Greenwood, IN covers 67.2 miles and takes about 1h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 70, I 69, East 300 North Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.6 miles from Franklin, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.51 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 67.2 miles you will encounter 15 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 11.4 miles (SR 38 / Broad Street): Navigation decision point; at 51.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Franklin, IN to Greenwood, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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