Origin
Harris, IN
Morning in Harris on Saturday
Local time
8:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Harris, IN to Lawrence, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 37m
Distance
119.8 mi
193 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 27m
★
6 AM
2h 38m
8 AM
2h 59m
10 AM
2h 45m
12 PM
2h 43m
3 PM
2h 46m
5 PM
2h 58m
8 PM
2h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Harris, IN
Clément Proust
Lawrence, IN
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Trip Overview
Harris, IN to Lawrence, IN is 119.8 miles and takes about 2h 37m via US 31, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive entirely within the Midwest region of Indiana. You'll primarily be on US 31 and then transition to Keystone Parkway and I-465 as you approach your destination. Given its relatively short duration and minimal stops, this route is ideal for a single-day trip, allowing for a relaxed pace. Expect a consistent driving experience with minimal detours or complex navigation.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
59.9 miles from Harris, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 37m. Total distance: 119.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 93% of the journey taking place on high-speed roads. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 97.6 miles on US 31, offering a consistent pace for a considerable portion of your travel. As you move towards your destination, the route incorporates Keystone Parkway and I-465, maintaining the highway feel. The drive is characterized by its efficiency rather than dramatic scenic changes, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B quickly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 31 is the longest continuous segment at about 97.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 31 and Keystone Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 104.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 119.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 104.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 104.9 miles (Keystone Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 110.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 26 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
104.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 15m in
Take the exit toward Keystone Parkway, Rangeline Road, Clay Terrace Boulevard
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 129B
Toward Keystone Parkway, Rangeline Road, Clay T...
7
104.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 15m in
|
Keystone Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto Keystone Parkway toward Keystone Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Keystone Parkway
7
110.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 24m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 465 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / right lanes.
Toward I 465 East
8
118.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 35m in
Take the exit toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Pendleton Pike
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 42
Toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Pendleton Pike
7
119 mi into trip
|
~2h 35m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Lawrence
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Lawrence
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 31 | 97.6 mi | 2h 1m |
| Keystone Parkway | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| I 465 | 4 mi | 4m |
| I 69 | 3.4 mi | 3m |
| Michigan Road | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| US 30 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Pendleton Pike | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 4A Road | 0.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 31
— 97.6 mi, about 2h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harris, IN and Lawrence, IN.
1
Start on 4A Road
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
4A Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto Michigan Road
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Michigan Road
3
Enter roundabout onto Michigan Road
168 ft
·
9 sec
·
Michigan Road
4
Continue on Michigan Road
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
Michigan Road
5
Continue on North Michigan Street
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
North Michigan Street
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
7
Merge onto US 30
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 30
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 31 South
9
Merge onto US 31
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
US 31
10
Merge onto US 31
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 31
11
Turn slight right
512 ft
·
6 sec
12
Continue on US 31
85 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
·
US 31
13
Turn right onto East 226th Street
270 ft
·
10 sec
·
East 226th Street
14
Turn left
320 ft
·
50 sec
15
Continue on this road
320 ft
·
25 sec
·
this road
16
Turn right onto East 226th Street
270 ft
·
9 sec
·
East 226th Street
17
Turn right onto US 31
8.0 mi
·
10 min
·
US 31
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 129B
Toward Keystone Parkway, Rangeline Road, Clay Terrace Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight left at fork onto Keystone Parkway
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Keystone Parkway
Toward Keystone Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Enter roundabout
137 ft
·
7 sec
Toward I 465: South Keystone Avenue
21
Continue
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 465: South Keystone Avenue
22
Keep slight left at fork
430 ft
·
10 sec
Toward I 465 East: Keystone Avenue South
23
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 465 East
Use the slight left / right lanes.
24
Merge onto I 465
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
I 465
25
Merge onto I 69; I 465
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
I 69; I 465
26
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 42
Toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Pendleton Pike
Use the slight right lane.
27
Keep slight left at fork
181 ft
·
6 sec
Toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Lawrence
28
Turn left onto Pendleton Pike
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Pendleton Pike
Use the left / straight lanes.
29
Turn left onto McCoy Street
416 ft
·
19 sec
·
McCoy Street
Use the left lane.
30
Turn left
59 ft
·
6 sec
31
Turn right
77 ft
·
5 sec
32
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a total drive time of under 3 hours, this is a very manageable one-day trip, offering flexibility in your departure time. You'll only need to plan for one stop, so consider making it a brief refueling or stretch break midway. The longest continuous stretch is 97.6 miles on US 31, so ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on that segment. Given the limited stops and highway focus, you can afford to leave later in the morning or early afternoon and still arrive comfortably before dark. Keep an eye out for the transition from US 31 to Keystone Parkway as your primary navigation point.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 59.9 miles from Harris, IN, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 97.6 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 26 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.9 miles or 1h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lawrence, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Harris, 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 Harris, IN
This is one driving day of about 119.8 miles and 2h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Harris, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 31 for about 97.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.9 mi from Harris, IN · 1h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.9 miles from Harris, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 31 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 97.6 miles.
Arriving in Lawrence, IN
The final approach into Lawrence, 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 Lawrence, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.73 one way
$37.46 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.56 | $41.13 |
| premium | $4.89 | $23.05 | $46.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.45 | $52.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.9 | 0 | $12.58 | $5.75 |
| Efficient EV | 30 | 0 | $10.48 | $4.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.9 | 0 | $16.77 | $7.67 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Lawrence, IN
Morning in Lawrence on Saturday
Local time
8:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°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
8 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 37m 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 Harris, IN to Lawrence, IN covers 119.8 miles and takes about 2h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 31, Keystone Parkway, I 465. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 59.9 miles from Harris, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.73 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 119.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 104.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 104.9 miles (Keystone Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 110.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Harris, IN to Lawrence, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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