Origin
Greenwood, IN
Evening in Greenwood on Wednesday
Local time
7:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greenwood, IN to Brazil, IN
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
69.8 mi
112 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greenwood, IN
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Brazil, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Greenwood, IN to Brazil, IN covers 69.8 miles and takes about 1h 25m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 465 West, I 70, I 70 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.91 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
34.9 miles from Greenwood, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 25m drive with frequent turns across 69.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 465 West is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Greenwood, IN to Brazil, IN is easy. At 1h 25m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Greenwood, IN to Brazil, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 465 West | — | — |
| I 70 | — | — |
| I 70 West | — | — |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | — | — |
| SR 59 | — | — |
| State Route 59 | — | — |
| South Forest Avenue | — | — |
| East National Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 465 West
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenwood, IN and Brazil, IN.
1
Start on Main Street West
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Main Street West
2
Turn right
6.1 mi
·
9 min
3
Take the ramp slight right toward I 465 West, I 74 West, I 465 East, I 74 East, US 31 North
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
I 465 West, I 74 West, I 465 East, I 74 East, US 31 North
4
Keep slight left to continue on I 465 West, I 74 West
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
I 465 West, I 74 West
5
Merge slight right
2.3 mi
·
2 min
6
Keep slight left
4.3 mi
·
4 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport, Indianapolis
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport, Indianapolis
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 70 West: Saint Louis
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
I 70 West: Saint Louis
10
Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
47 mi
·
50 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
11
Take the exit slight right toward SR 59: Linton, Brazil
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
SR 59: Linton, Brazil
12
Turn right onto State Route 59
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
State Route 59
13
Continue on South Forest Avenue
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Forest Avenue
14
Turn right onto East National Avenue
39 ft
·
1 sec
·
East National Avenue
15
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 34.9 miles from Greenwood, IN, or about 42m into the drive.
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 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.9 miles or 42m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brazil, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Greenwood, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Greenwood, IN
This is one driving day of about 69.8 miles and 1h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Greenwood, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.9 mi from Greenwood, IN · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.9 miles from Greenwood, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brazil, IN
The final approach into Brazil, 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
$10.91 one way
$21.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.98 | $23.96 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.43 | $26.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.41 | $30.82 |
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: 24.4 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 | 20.9 | 0 | $7.33 | $3.35 |
| Efficient EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.11 | $2.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.9 | 0 | $9.77 | $4.47 |
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
Brazil, IN
Evening in Brazil on Wednesday
Local time
7:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
17 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 25m 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 Greenwood, IN to Brazil, IN covers 69.8 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 465 West, I 70, I 70 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.9 miles from Greenwood, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.91 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.
The drive from Greenwood, IN to Brazil, IN is easy. At 1h 25m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Greenwood, IN to Brazil, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Greenwood, IN to Brazil, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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