Origin
Indianapolis, IN
Morning in Indianapolis on Wednesday
Local time
7:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Indianapolis, IN to Batesville, IN
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
63.2 mi
102 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Batesville, IN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Indianapolis, IN to Batesville, IN covers 63.2 miles and takes about 1h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 74, Southeastern Avenue, SR 229 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 55 miles on I 74. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.88 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
31.6 miles from Indianapolis, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 14m highway drive covering 63.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 74 and Southeastern Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 55 miles on I 74.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 74 is the longest continuous segment at about 55 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and Southeastern Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Monument Circle.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 14m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Monument Circle): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (East Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (Southeastern Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Monument Circle
Turn left onto Monument Circle
Navigation decision point
5
0.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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East Washington Street
At end of road, turn left onto East Washington Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
Southeastern Avenue
Turn right onto Southeastern Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
62.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward SR 229: Oldenburg, Batesville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 149
Toward SR 229: Oldenburg, Batesville
5
62.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
SR 229
Turn right onto SR 229
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 55 mi | 59m |
| Southeastern Avenue | 6.1 mi | 8m |
| SR 229 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Market Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Washington Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Monument Circle | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Park Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Hillenbrand Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 55 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indianapolis, IN and Batesville, IN.
1
Start on this road
257 ft
·
32 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
37 ft
·
9 sec
3
Turn left onto Monument Circle
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Monument Circle
4
Turn right onto East Market Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Market Street
5
Turn right onto North Park Avenue
512 ft
·
23 sec
·
North Park Avenue
6
At end of road, turn left onto East Washington Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Washington Street
7
Turn right onto Southeastern Avenue
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeastern Avenue
Use the right lane.
8
Enter roundabout onto Southeastern Avenue
130 ft
·
7 sec
·
Southeastern Avenue
9
Continue on Southeastern Avenue
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Southeastern Avenue
10
Continue on I 74; US 421
55 mi
·
59 min
·
I 74; US 421
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 149
Toward SR 229: Oldenburg, Batesville
12
Turn right onto SR 229
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 229
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto East Hillenbrand Avenue
94 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Hillenbrand Avenue
14
Turn right
127 ft
·
9 sec
15
Arrive at destination
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 31.6 miles from Indianapolis, IN, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55 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 63.2 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.6 miles or 39m 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 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Batesville, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Indianapolis, 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 Indianapolis, IN
This is one driving day of about 63.2 miles and 1h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Indianapolis, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 74 for about 55 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.6 mi from Indianapolis, IN · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 63.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.6 miles from Indianapolis, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Batesville, IN
The final approach into Batesville, 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 Batesville, 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
$9.88 one way
$19.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.85 | $21.70 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.16 | $24.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.95 | $27.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19 | 0 | $6.64 | $3.03 |
| Efficient EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.53 | $2.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.85 | $4.04 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Batesville, IN
Morning in Batesville on Wednesday
Local time
7:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°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
36 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 14m 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 Indianapolis, IN to Batesville, IN covers 63.2 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 74, Southeastern Avenue, SR 229. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.6 miles from Indianapolis, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.88 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 1h 14m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Monument Circle): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (East Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (Southeastern Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Indianapolis, IN to Batesville, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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