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Trip from Greenwood, IN to Montgomery, IN

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

2h 1m

Distance

105.1 mi

169 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min
4 AM
1h 53m ★
6 AM
2h 2m
8 AM
2h 19m
10 AM
2h 8m
12 PM
2h 6m
3 PM
2h 9m
5 PM
2h 18m
8 PM
1h 56m

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

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Downtown Greenwood, IN, IN

Greenwood, IN

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town in Barr Township, Daviess County, Indiana, United States

Montgomery, IN

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Trip Overview

The drive from Greenwood, IN to Montgomery, IN covers 105.1 miles and takes about 2h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 69, US 50, West Smith Valley Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 93.4 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.43 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

52.5 miles from Greenwood, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 1m. Total distance: 105.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 1m highway drive covering 105.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and US 50. The longest continuous stretch is about 93.4 miles on I 69.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 93.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and US 50. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near Main Street West.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 2h 1m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (Main Street West): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.8 miles (SR 135 / County Road 300 West): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

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

4
0.8 mi into trip | ~1m in | Main Street West

Enter roundabout onto Main Street West

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
2.8 mi into trip | ~5m in | SR 135 / County Road 300 West

Turn left onto SR 135 / County Road 300 West

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
6.9 mi into trip | ~13m in | I 69

Merge onto I 69

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
5
48.1 mi into trip | ~58m in | I 69

Keep slight left at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 South: Evansville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 69 South: Evansville
6
100.3 mi into trip | ~1h 54m in

Take the exit toward US 50, US 150: Wasington, Vincennes

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 62 Toward US 50, US 150: Wasington, Vincennes

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 69 93.4 mi 1h 41m
US 50 4.4 mi 6m
West Smith Valley Road 3.2 mi 5m
Main Street West 2.8 mi 5m
County Road 300 West 0.5 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 69 — 93.4 mi, about 1h 41m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Greenwood, IN and Montgomery, IN.

1

Start on Main Street West

0.8 mi · 1 min · Main Street West
2

Enter roundabout onto Main Street West

17 ft · 0 sec · Main Street West
3

Continue on Main Street West

1.0 mi · 1 min · Main Street West
4

Enter roundabout onto Main Street West

86 ft · 1 sec · Main Street West
5

Continue on Main Street West

1.0 mi · 1 min · Main Street West
6

Turn left onto SR 135

0.5 mi · 53 sec · County Road 300 West
Use the left lane.
7

Turn right onto West Smith Valley Road

3.1 mi · 5 min · West Smith Valley Road
8

Enter roundabout onto West Smith Valley Road

110 ft · 6 sec · West Smith Valley Road
9

Continue on West Smith Valley Road

510 ft · 25 sec · West Smith Valley Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
10

Turn slight right

0.2 mi · 41 sec
11

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
12

Merge onto I 69

41 mi · 45 min · I 69
Use the straight lane.
13

Keep slight left at fork onto I 69

52 mi · 56 min · I 69
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
14

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 57 sec
Exit 62 Toward US 50, US 150: Wasington, Vincennes
15

Turn left onto US 50; US 150

4.4 mi · 6 min · US 50; US 150
16

Arrive at destination

US 50; US 150

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 52.5 miles from Greenwood, IN, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.4 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 23 miles or 30m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 52.5 miles or 1h 2m 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 39m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Montgomery, 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.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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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 105.1 miles and 2h 1m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Greenwood, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 69 for about 93.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 52.5 mi from Greenwood, IN · 1h 2m into the drive

Downtown Ellettsville, IN, IN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ellettsville, IN

53 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

Martinsville, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Clear Creek, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 52.5 miles from Greenwood, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 93.4 miles.

Arriving in Montgomery, IN

The final approach into Montgomery, 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 Montgomery, IN.

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

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

George Rogers Clark National Historical Park

George Rogers Clark National Historical Park

National Historical Park

The British flag would not be raised above Fort Sackville Feb. 25, 1779. At 10 A.M., the garrison surrendered to American Colonel George Rogers Clark. His American army, aided by French residents of t...

23 mi from route ~56 min detour Free near mile 97.8
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$16.43 one way

$32.86 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 37 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $18.04 $36.08
premium $4.89 $20.23 $40.45
diesel $5.61 $23.20 $46.41

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 36.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 31.5 0 $11.04 $5.04
Efficient EV 26.3 0 $9.20 $4.20
EV Truck/SUV 42 0 $14.71 $6.73

Gas CO2

37 kg

EV CO2

12 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 15, 2026

Origin

Greenwood, IN

Afternoon in Greenwood on Thursday

Local time

2:55 PM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Montgomery, IN

Afternoon in Montgomery on Thursday

Local time

2:55 PM

EDT

Current temp

69°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

15 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

2h 1m 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 Montgomery, IN covers 105.1 miles and takes about 2h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, US 50, West Smith Valley Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.5 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 $16.43 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 is a straightforward 2h 1m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (Main Street West): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.8 miles (SR 135 / County Road 300 West): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Greenwood, IN to Montgomery, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include George Rogers Clark National Historical Park.

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