Origin
Hartford City, IN
Morning in Hartford City on Monday
Local time
11:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hartford City, IN to Evansville, IN
Drive Time
4h 10m
Distance
250.9 mi
404 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 58m
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6 AM
4h 11m
8 AM
4h 37m
10 AM
4h 20m
12 PM
4h 17m
3 PM
4h 21m
5 PM
4h 36m
8 PM
4h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hartford City, IN
Stephen Leonardi
Evansville, IN
Kelly
Trip Overview
The drive from Hartford City, IN to Evansville, IN covers 250.9 miles and takes about 4h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Water Street, County Road 950 East, County Road 900 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $38.11 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
125.5 miles from Hartford City, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 5m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 10m drive with frequent turns across 250.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Water Street 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 10m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hartford City, IN to Evansville, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Water Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| County Road 950 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| County Road 900 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 465 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 69 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lynch Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Burkhardt Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Lloyd Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Water Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hartford City, IN and Evansville, IN.
1
Start on West Washington Street
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
West Washington Street
2
Continue on West Water Street
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
West Water Street
3
Turn left onto County Road 950 East
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
County Road 950 East
4
Turn right onto County Road 900 South
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 900 South
5
Take the ramp left
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
6
Merge slight left
29 mi
·
30 min
7
Continue straight
24 mi
·
26 min
8
Keep slight right
1.0 mi
·
1 min
9
Continue on I 465 South, I 69 South
22 mi
·
25 min
·
I 465 South, I 69 South
10
Keep slight right to continue on I 69 South: Evansville
48 mi
·
54 min
·
I 69 South: Evansville
11
Keep slight left to continue on I 69 South: Evansville
104 mi
·
1 hr 51 min
·
I 69 South: Evansville
12
Take the exit slight right toward Lynch Road
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Lynch Road
13
Turn slight right
154 ft
·
4 sec
14
Turn straight onto Lynch Road
499 ft
·
16 sec
·
Lynch Road
15
Turn left onto North Burkhardt Road
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
North Burkhardt Road
16
Turn right onto East Lloyd Expressway
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
East Lloyd Expressway
17
Take the exit slight right toward US 41 South
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
US 41 South
18
Merge slight left
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
19
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Walnut Street
20
Turn right
331 ft
·
26 sec
21
At the end of the road, turn right
121 ft
·
9 sec
22
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 125.5 miles from Hartford City, IN, or about 2h 5m 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 80 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 125.5 miles or 2h 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Evansville, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hartford City, 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.
+
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 Hartford City, IN
This is one driving day of about 250.9 miles and 4h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hartford City, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 125.5 mi from Hartford City, IN · 2h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
125 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 125.5 miles from Hartford City, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Evansville, IN
The final approach into Evansville, 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 Evansville, 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
$38.11 one way
$76.22 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
88 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $42.01 | $84.02 |
| premium | $4.80 | $47.36 | $94.73 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $55.74 | $111.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 75.3 | 0 | $26.34 | $12.04 |
| Efficient EV | 62.7 | 0 | $21.95 | $10.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 100.4 | 1 | $35.13 | $16.06 |
Gas CO2
88 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Evansville, IN
Morning in Evansville on Monday
Local time
10:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
2 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
4h 10m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Hartford City, IN to Evansville, IN covers 250.9 miles and takes about 4h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Water Street, County Road 950 East, County Road 900 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 125.5 miles from Hartford City, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $38.11 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 10m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hartford City, IN to Evansville, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hartford City, IN to Evansville, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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