The drive from Greenwood, IN to Middlebury, IN covers 78.7 miles and takes about 1h 38m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, State Route 59, US 31 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 47.3 miles on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.30 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
39.3 miles from Greenwood, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 49m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 38m. Total distance: 78.7 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 (33%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
The drive from Greenwood, IN to Middlebury, IN covers 78.7 miles and takes about 1h 38m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 47.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 Effort9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 78.7 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 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 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 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
8
13.6 mi into trip|~19m in
Take the exit toward I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport, Indianapolis
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 9
Toward I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis Internat...
8
13.9 mi into trip|~19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis Int...
7
16.7 mi into trip|~25m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 West: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Greenwood, IN and Middlebury, IN, road signs point toward Indianapolis International Airport, Indianapolis and Brazil.
Indianapolis International Airport
13.6 mi in|~19m
Indianapolis
13.6 mi in|~19m
Brazil
64.3 mi in|~1h 16m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
47.3 mi
50m
State Route 59
12.7 mi
18m
US 31
6.2 mi
9m
I 74
4.3 mi
4m
I 69
2.3 mi
2m
West 14th Street
0.6 mi
1m
Main Street West
0.5 mi
<1m
SR 59
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
— 47.3 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenwood, IN and Middlebury, 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
4.3 mi·4 min·I 74; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 9Toward I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport, IndianapolisUse the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
2.8 mi·5 min
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International AirportUse the slight left lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I 70 West: Saint LouisUse the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto I 70
47 mi·50 min·Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward SR 59: Linton, Brazil
12
Turn left onto SR 59
13 mi·18 min·State Route 59
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Turn right onto SR 59; SR 246
0.1 mi·18 sec·West 8th Street
14
At end of road, turn left onto SR 59; SR 246
0.4 mi·44 sec·SR 59; SR 246
15
At end of road, turn right onto SR 59; SR 246
0.6 mi·1 min·West 14th Street
16
Turn left onto West Martz Market Street
0.1 mi·24 sec·West Martz Market Street
17
Arrive at destination
West Martz Market Street
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 39.3 miles from Greenwood, IN, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.3 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 17 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.3 miles or 49m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Middlebury, 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 78.7 miles and 1h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Greenwood, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway for about 47.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.3 mi from Greenwood, IN
· 49m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.30 one way
$24.61 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$13.51
$27.02
premium
$4.89
$15.15
$30.29
diesel
$5.61
$17.38
$34.75
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.6
0
$8.26
$3.78
Efficient EV
19.7
0
$6.89
$3.15
EV Truck/SUV
31.5
0
$11.02
$5.04
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
7:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Middlebury, IN
Morning
in Middlebury on Saturday
Local time
7:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
21 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 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 Greenwood, IN to Middlebury, IN covers 78.7 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 Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, State Route 59, US 31. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.3 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 $12.30 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 78.7 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 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 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Greenwood, IN and Middlebury, IN, road signs point toward Indianapolis International Airport, Indianapolis and Brazil.
