Origin
Greenwood, IN
Evening in Greenwood on Sunday
Local time
8:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
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16m
Distance
9.9 mi
16 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
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Greenwood, IN
Johann Knorst
Bargersville, IN
Tom Fisk
If you are looking for a quick, straightforward trip within Indiana's Midwest region, the 9.9-mile jaunt from Greenwood to Bargersville is an excellent choice. You can easily complete this drive in about 16 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day outing. Budgeting for this trip is simple, as you will likely only need around $2 in fuel to cover the distance. Since the entire route is comprised of local roads rather than interstates, you can expect a relaxed pace that avoids the typical highway stress. It is a very manageable distance that requires no overnight stops, allowing you to head out and return on your own schedule without much advanced planning.
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
4.9 miles from Greenwood, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate your way between these two towns. You will spend your time on County Road 300 West, Main Street West, and East Old Plank Road, as this route features a 0% highway share. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 6.5-mile segment on County Road 300 West. Because there are no interstate miles, the character of the road is consistently local and focused on surface streets. Be prepared to navigate several turns throughout the 9.9-mile journey, as the route requires active attention compared to a standard highway cruise.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Main Street West.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 16m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Main Street West): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (Main Street West): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.7 miles (Main Street West): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Depart onto Main Street West
Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto Main Street West
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Enter roundabout onto Main Street West
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn left onto SR 135 / County Road 300 West
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto CR 144 / East Old Plank Road
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| County Road 300 West | 6.5 mi | 10m |
| Main Street West | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| East Old Plank Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Harriman Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Greenwood, IN and Bargersville, IN.
Start on Main Street West
Enter roundabout onto Main Street West
Continue on Main Street West
Enter roundabout onto Main Street West
Continue on Main Street West
Turn left onto SR 135
Turn right onto CR 144
Turn slight left onto East Harriman Avenue
Arrive at destination
Since this is a short, 16-minute drive, you have total flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about complex stop planning or long-distance rest breaks, as the entire trip is quite brief. Keep in mind that because this route relies entirely on local roads, traffic patterns on Main Street West or County Road 300 West could impact your total travel time more than they would on a major highway. Make sure to double-check your navigation before pulling out, as the frequent turns mean you should stay alert to street signs. Use the short duration to your advantage by planning your arrival to avoid peak local traffic hours.
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.
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 9.9 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.9 miles or 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bargersville, IN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Greenwood, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Greenwood, IN
This is one driving day of about 9.9 miles and 16m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.9 mi from Greenwood, IN · 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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.
A short stop after about 9.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 4.9 miles from Greenwood, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Bargersville, 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 Bargersville, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$1.50 one way
$3.01 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $1.66 | $3.32 |
| premium | $4.80 | $1.87 | $3.74 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.20 | $4.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3 | 0 | $1.04 | $0.48 |
| Efficient EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.87 | $0.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4 | 0 | $1.39 | $0.63 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Greenwood on Sunday
Local time
8:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Bargersville on Sunday
Local time
8:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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