Origin
Indianapolis, IN
Morning in Indianapolis on Tuesday
Local time
9:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Indianapolis, IN to Cannelton, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 28m
Distance
158.1 mi
254 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 16m
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6 AM
3h 29m
8 AM
3h 53m
10 AM
3h 37m
12 PM
3h 35m
3 PM
3h 38m
5 PM
3h 52m
8 PM
3h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cannelton, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Indianapolis, IN to Cannelton, IN covers 158.1 miles and takes about 3h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Monument Circle, North Meridian Street, Madison Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.01 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
79.1 miles from Indianapolis, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 3h 28m drive with frequent turns across 158.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Monument Circle 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Indianapolis, IN to Cannelton, IN is easy. At 3h 28m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Indianapolis, IN to Cannelton, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Monument Circle | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Meridian Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Madison Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Henry Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Pennsylvania Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South East Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 465 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 465 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Monument Circle
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indianapolis, IN and Cannelton, IN.
1
Start on the route
256 ft
·
33 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left
36 ft
·
10 sec
3
Turn left onto Monument Circle
305 ft
·
13 sec
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Monument Circle
4
Turn right onto North Meridian Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Meridian Street
5
Continue on Madison Avenue
499 ft
·
22 sec
·
Madison Avenue
6
Turn left onto East Henry Street
348 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Henry Street
7
Turn right onto South Pennsylvania Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
South Pennsylvania Street
8
Continue on Madison Avenue
476 ft
·
18 sec
·
Madison Avenue
9
Keep slight left to continue on Madison Avenue
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Madison Avenue
10
Keep slight right to continue on South East Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South East Street
11
Take the ramp slight right toward I 465, I 74
522 ft
·
13 sec
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I 465, I 74
12
Keep slight right to continue on I 465 West, I 74 West
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
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I 465 West, I 74 West
13
Merge slight left
2.1 mi
·
2 min
14
Keep slight right to continue on I 69 South: Evansville
48 mi
·
54 min
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I 69 South: Evansville
15
Keep slight right to continue on SR 37 South: Bedford
42 mi
·
52 min
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SR 37 South: Bedford
16
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward West Main Street
154 ft
·
2 sec
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West Main Street
17
Exit the roundabout onto West Main Street
259 ft
·
6 sec
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West Main Street
18
Continue straight
11 mi
·
14 min
19
Turn left
16 mi
·
23 min
20
Continue straight
1.1 mi
·
1 min
21
Continue straight
27 mi
·
38 min
22
Turn left onto Indiana State Road 237
5.0 mi
·
7 min
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Indiana State Road 237
23
Turn right onto State Road 66
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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State Road 66
24
Turn left onto Washington Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
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Washington Street
25
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 79.1 miles from Indianapolis, IN, or about 1h 44m 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 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79.1 miles or 1h 44m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cannelton, 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 158.1 miles and 3h 28m.
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.
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 79.1 mi from Indianapolis, IN · 1h 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
79 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 79.1 miles from Indianapolis, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cannelton, IN
The final approach into Cannelton, 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 Cannelton, 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
$24.01 one way
$48.03 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
55 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $26.47 | $52.94 |
| premium | $4.80 | $29.85 | $59.69 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $35.12 | $70.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47.4 | 0 | $16.60 | $7.59 |
| Efficient EV | 39.5 | 0 | $13.83 | $6.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 63.2 | 0 | $22.13 | $10.12 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Cannelton, IN
Morning in Cannelton on Tuesday
Local time
8:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°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
5 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
3h 28m 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 Cannelton, IN covers 158.1 miles and takes about 3h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Monument Circle, North Meridian Street, Madison Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 79.1 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 $24.01 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Indianapolis, IN to Cannelton, IN is easy. At 3h 28m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Indianapolis, IN to Cannelton, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Indianapolis, IN to Cannelton, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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