The drive from Greenwood, IN to Hamilton, IN covers 68.5 miles and takes about 1h 30m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, SR 39, I 74 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 21.5 miles on I 65.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.71 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.
Midpoint
34.3 miles from Greenwood, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 43m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 68.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 30m highway drive covering 68.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and SR 39. The longest continuous stretch is about 21.5 miles on I 65.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 21.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and SR 39. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.5 miles in near US 31.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68.5 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: at 6.5 miles (US 31): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.3 miles (I 74; I 465): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
6.5 mi into trip|~10m in|US 31
Take the ramp onto US 31 toward I 465 West, I 74 West, I 465 East, I 74 East, US 31 North
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 465 West, I 74 West, I 465 East, I 74...
8
6.7 mi into trip|~10m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 465 West, I 74 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 465 West, I 74 West
6
9.3 mi into trip|~14m in|I 74; I 465
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; I 465
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
20.1 mi into trip|~26m in|65
Keep slight left at fork onto 65
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
24 mi into trip|~31m in
Take the exit toward I 65 North: Chicago
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 20
Toward I 65 North: Chicago
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Greenwood, IN to Hamilton, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Sheridan along the way.
Sheridan
47.1 mi in|~57m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
21.5 mi
23m
SR 39
11.5 mi
16m
I 74
10.8 mi
12m
US 31
6.2 mi
9m
Rossville Avenue
4.6 mi
6m
65
3.9 mi
4m
West County Road 400 North
2.7 mi
4m
I 69
2.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 21.5 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenwood, IN and Hamilton, IN.
1
Start on Main Street West
0.5 mi·53 sec·Main Street West
2
Turn right onto US 31
6.1 mi·9 min·US 31
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
Take the ramp onto US 31
0.1 mi·13 sec·US 31
Toward I 465 West, I 74 West, I 465 East, I 74 East, US 31 NorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward I 465 West, I 74 WestUse the slight left lane.
5
Merge onto I 69; I 74; I 465
2.3 mi·2 min·I 69; I 74; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; I 465
11 mi·12 min·I 74; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto 65
3.9 mi·4 min·65
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
1.1 mi·2 min
Exit 20Toward I 65 North: ChicagoUse the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 65
18 mi·19 min·I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto US 52
0.2 mi·15 sec·US 52
Exit 141Toward US 52 West
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·9 sec
12
Merge onto I 65
3.6 mi·3 min·I 65
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 146Toward SR 47: Thorntown, Sheridan
14
Turn right onto SR 47
1.8 mi·3 min·IN-47
15
Turn left onto SR 39
12 mi·16 min·SR 39
16
Turn left onto US 421; SR 39
0.5 mi·44 sec·West Kyger Street
17
Turn slight right onto US 421; SR 39
4.6 mi·6 min·Rossville Avenue
18
Turn left onto SR 38
2.7 mi·4 min·West County Road 400 North
19
Turn right onto North County Road 600 West
51 ft·2 sec·North County Road 600 West
20
Arrive at destination
North County Road 600 West
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 34.3 miles from Greenwood, IN, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.5 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 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.3 miles or 43m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hamilton, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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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 68.5 miles and 1h 30m.
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.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 21.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.3 mi from Greenwood, IN
· 43m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.71 one way
$21.42 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg24 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$11.76
$23.52
premium
$4.89
$13.18
$26.36
diesel
$5.61
$15.12
$30.25
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 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
20.6
0
$7.19
$3.29
Efficient EV
17.1
0
$5.99
$2.74
EV Truck/SUV
27.4
0
$9.59
$4.38
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 17, 2026
Origin
Greenwood, IN
Morning
in Greenwood on Saturday
Local time
8:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Mostly Clear
WSW 3 to 7 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Hamilton, IN
Morning
in Hamilton on Saturday
Local time
8:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°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
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 30m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 Hamilton, IN covers 68.5 miles and takes about 1h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, SR 39, I 74. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.3 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 $10.71 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 68.5 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: at 6.5 miles (US 31): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.3 miles (I 74; I 465): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Greenwood, IN to Hamilton, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Sheridan along the way.
