Origin
Indianapolis, IN
Evening in Indianapolis on Sunday
Local time
5:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Indianapolis, IN to Cayuga, IN
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
89.8 mi
144 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 42m
★
6 AM
1h 50m
8 AM
2h 6m
10 AM
1h 55m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cayuga, IN
James Mirakian
Trip Overview
The drive from Indianapolis, IN to Cayuga, IN covers 89.8 miles and takes about 1h 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 74, SR 63, West Michigan Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 70.2 miles on I 74. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.64 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
44.9 miles from Indianapolis, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 49m highway drive covering 89.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 74 and SR 63. The longest continuous stretch is about 70.2 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 20 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 70.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and SR 63. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near West New York Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 89.8 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 0.7 miles (West New York Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles (West Michigan Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.2 miles (West 10th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.7 mi into trip
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~2m in
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West New York Street
Turn left onto West New York Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
3.4 mi into trip
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~9m in
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West Michigan Street
Keep slight left at fork onto West Michigan Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
5.2 mi into trip
|
~12m in
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West 10th Street
Turn left onto West 10th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
7.9 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
I 74
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
77.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
Take the exit toward SR 63: Newport, Terre Haute
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 4
Toward SR 63: Newport, Terre Haute
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Indianapolis, IN to Cayuga, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Terre Haute along the way.
Terre Haute
77.1 mi in
|
~1h 32m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 70.2 mi | 1h 16m |
| SR 63 | 11.7 mi | 15m |
| West Michigan Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| West 10th Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West New York Street | 1.1 mi | 3m |
| Cossell Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Ohio Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Grant Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 70.2 mi, about 1h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indianapolis, IN and Cayuga, IN.
1
Start on this road
257 ft
·
32 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto West Market Street
351 ft
·
18 sec
·
West Market Street
3
Turn right onto North Illinois Street
507 ft
·
24 sec
·
North Illinois Street
4
Turn left onto West Ohio Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Ohio Street
5
Turn right onto North West Street
509 ft
·
24 sec
·
North West Street
6
Turn left onto West New York Street
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
West New York Street
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto North White River Parkway West Drive
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
North White River Parkway West Drive
8
Turn left onto West Michigan Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West Michigan Street
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto West Michigan Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Michigan Street
Use the none lane.
10
Continue on Cossell Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Cossell Road
11
Turn left onto West 10th Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West 10th Street
Use the none lane.
12
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 465 North, I 74 West
13
Merge onto I 74; I 465
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 74; I 465
Use the none lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
69 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
I 74
Use the slight right lane.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 4
Toward SR 63: Newport, Terre Haute
16
Turn left onto SR 63
12 mi
·
15 min
·
SR 63
17
Turn right onto SR 234
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
County Road 480 North
18
Continue on SR 234
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
East Ferry Street
19
Turn left onto Grant Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Grant Street
20
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 44.9 miles from Indianapolis, IN, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.2 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 80 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.9 miles or 57m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cayuga, 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.
+
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 89.8 miles and 1h 49m.
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 70.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.9 mi from Indianapolis, IN · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 44.9 miles from Indianapolis, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 74 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 70.2 miles.
Arriving in Cayuga, IN
The final approach into Cayuga, 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 Cayuga, 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
$13.64 one way
$27.28 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $15.04 | $30.07 |
| premium | $4.80 | $16.95 | $33.90 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.95 | $39.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.9 | 0 | $9.43 | $4.31 |
| Efficient EV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.86 | $3.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.9 | 0 | $12.57 | $5.75 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (65% 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
Cayuga, IN
Evening in Cayuga on Sunday
Local time
5:17 PM
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
16 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
1h 49m 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 Cayuga, IN covers 89.8 miles and takes about 1h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 74, SR 63, West Michigan Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.9 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 $13.64 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 demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 89.8 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 0.7 miles (West New York Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles (West Michigan Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.2 miles (West 10th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Indianapolis, IN to Cayuga, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Terre Haute along the way.
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