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Trip from Graham, IN to Evansville, IN

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

1h 29m

Distance

69 mi

111 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 20 min
4 AM
1h 23m ★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Graham, IN, IN

Graham, IN

Nothing Ahead

county seat of Vanderburgh County, Indiana, United States

Evansville, IN

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Trip Overview

This straightforward 69-mile drive from Graham to Evansville, Indiana, can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 29 minutes. Designed as a focused highway journey, 85% of this route utilizes major roadways like I-69 and East Lloyd Expressway. Given its short duration and straightforward nature, this trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, with an estimated fuel cost of just $11. You'll be traveling within the Midwest region of Indiana for the entire trip, making it a convenient option for a quick regional getaway.

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

34.5 miles from Graham, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 69-mile trip, with 85% of the drive on major roads like I-69 and SR 57. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a solid 51.3 miles on I-69, offering a consistent pace. This profile suggests a drive characterized by efficiency rather than winding scenic byways. You'll likely experience a smooth progression, primarily on well-maintained interstate and expressway systems, making it ideal for covering ground quickly.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 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 51.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and East Lloyd Expressway. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 450 North.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69 miles you will encounter 16 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 (West 450 North): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (North 100 West): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles (SR 57): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | West 450 North

At end of road, turn left onto West 450 North

Navigation decision point

4
0.6 mi into trip | ~2m in | North 100 West

Turn right onto North 100 West

Navigation decision point

4
3.8 mi into trip | ~11m in | SR 57

Turn right onto SR 57

Navigation decision point

5
60.9 mi into trip | ~1h 16m in

Take the exit toward Lynch Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 10 Toward Lynch Road
5
69 mi into trip | ~1h 29m in

At end of road, turn right

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 69 51.3 mi 55m
East Lloyd Expressway 3.9 mi 4m
SR 57 2.7 mi 4m
North Burkhardt Road 2.5 mi 4m
North 100 West 2.2 mi 5m
East National Highway 1.9 mi 3m
West 225 North 1 mi 3m
East Walnut Street 0.7 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 69 — 51.3 mi, about 55m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Graham, IN and Evansville, IN.

1

Start on this road

217 ft · 14 sec · this road
2

At end of road, turn left onto West 450 North

0.6 mi · 2 min · West 450 North
3

Turn right onto North 100 West

2.2 mi · 5 min · North 100 West
4

Turn left onto West 225 North

1.0 mi · 3 min · West 225 North
5

Turn right onto SR 57

2.7 mi · 4 min · SR 57
6

Turn left onto East National Highway

1.9 mi · 3 min · East National Highway
7

Enter roundabout

45 ft · 0 sec
8

Continue

0.2 mi · 24 sec
9

Turn left onto US 50; US 150

0.6 mi · 52 sec · US 50; US 150
10

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 46 sec
11

Merge onto I 69

51 mi · 55 min · I 69
12

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 39 sec
Exit 10 Toward Lynch Road
13

Turn slight right

153 ft · 4 sec
14

Turn straight onto Lynch Road

498 ft · 15 sec · Lynch Road
15

Turn left onto North Burkhardt Road

2.5 mi · 4 min · North Burkhardt Road
16

Turn right onto SR 66

3.9 mi · 4 min · East Lloyd Expressway
17

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 36 sec
Toward US 41 South
18

Merge onto US 41; SR 66

0.3 mi · 33 sec · US 41; SR 66
19

Turn right onto East Walnut Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · East Walnut Street
20

Turn right

332 ft · 25 sec
21

At end of road, turn right

123 ft · 9 sec
22

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

With a total duration of just under 1.5 hours, this route offers great flexibility for departure times. Leaving Graham in the morning or afternoon will get you to Evansville with plenty of daylight. Since it's a shorter drive, you won't need to plan for extensive stops, though there are no specific recommended stops provided in the data. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 51.3 miles on I-69, as services can sometimes be spread out on interstates.

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 34.5 miles from Graham, IN, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.3 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 27m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 34.5 miles or 48m 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 13m

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 Graham, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Graham, IN

This is one driving day of about 69 miles and 1h 29m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Graham, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 69 for about 51.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 34.5 mi from Graham, IN · 48m into the drive

Downtown Oakland City, IN, IN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Oakland City, IN

35 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

Washington, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Scottsburg, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 34.5 miles from Graham, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Evansville, IN

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.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$10.79 one way

$21.57 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 24 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $11.84 $23.69
premium $4.89 $13.28 $26.56
diesel $5.61 $15.23 $30.47

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: 24.1 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 20.7 0 $7.24 $3.31
Efficient EV 17.3 0 $6.04 $2.76
EV Truck/SUV 27.6 0 $9.66 $4.42

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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Graham, IN

Late night in Graham on Thursday

Local time

12:40 AM

EDT

Current temp

55°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Evansville, IN

Night in Evansville on Wednesday

Local time

11:40 PM

CDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

21 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 29m 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 Graham, IN to Evansville, IN covers 69 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, East Lloyd Expressway, SR 57. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.5 miles from Graham, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.79 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 69 miles you will encounter 16 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: near the start (West 450 North): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (North 100 West): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles (SR 57): Navigation decision point.
The route from Graham, IN to Evansville, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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