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Trip from Indianapolis, IN to Mount Vernon, IN

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 43m

Distance

70.2 mi

113 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min
4 AM
1h 36m ★
6 AM
1h 44m
8 AM
1h 59m
10 AM
1h 49m
12 PM
1h 48m
3 PM
1h 50m
5 PM
1h 58m
8 PM
1h 39m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Mount Vernon, IN, IN

Mount Vernon, IN

Veronika Andrews

Trip Overview

Indianapolis, IN to Mount Vernon, IN is 70.2 miles and takes about 1h 43m via SR 13 and IN-37, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest, keeping you in Indiana for the entire journey. It's a fairly straightforward trip, mostly on established state highways, making it a practical choice for a quick excursion. If you're looking for a simple, direct route with minimal fuss, this one fits the bill perfectly. You'll be covering a modest distance, so it's easily manageable within a single day.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

35.1 miles from Indianapolis, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 43m. Total distance: 70.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 86% of the route utilizing main roads like SR 13 and IN-37. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 29.1 miles on SR 13, offering a sustained period on this particular highway. Expect a consistent driving experience, characterized by the efficiency of state highways rather than the complexities of city navigation or winding country lanes. The profile suggests a straightforward progression, allowing for a steady pace without frequent interruptions.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 13 is the longest continuous segment at about 29.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 13 and IN-37. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.2 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Monument Circle): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (East Fall Creek Parkway, North Drive): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in

Turn left

Navigation decision point

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Monument Circle

Turn left onto Monument Circle

Navigation decision point

5
2.6 mi into trip | ~7m in | East Fall Creek Parkway, North Drive

Turn right onto East Fall Creek Parkway, North Drive

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
8
15 mi into trip | ~27m in | SR 37 / IN-37

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37 / IN-37 toward SR 37 North: 116th Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 205 Toward SR 37 North: 116th Street
5
63.1 mi into trip | ~1h 33m in | SR 13; SR 18 / East Marion Street

Turn right onto SR 13; SR 18 / East Marion Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
SR 13 29.1 mi 43m
IN-37 13.7 mi 18m
SR 37 11.7 mi 13m
Binford Boulevard 6.4 mi 9m
East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive 3 mi 5m
I 69 2.8 mi 3m
North Meridian Street 2.4 mi 6m
East Marion Street 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: SR 13 — 29.1 mi, about 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Indianapolis, IN and Mount Vernon, 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

0.2 mi · 31 sec · Monument Circle
4

Continue on North Meridian Street

2.4 mi · 6 min · North Meridian Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5

Turn right onto East Fall Creek Parkway, North Drive

0.2 mi · 32 sec · East Fall Creek Parkway, North Drive
Use the right lane.
6

Continue on East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive

3.0 mi · 5 min · East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
Use the right lane.
7

Continue on Binford Boulevard

6.4 mi · 9 min · Binford Boulevard
Use the right lane.
8

Merge onto I 69

2.8 mi · 3 min · I 69
9

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37

3.4 mi · 4 min · IN-37
Exit 205 Toward SR 37 North: 116th Street Use the slight right lane.
10

Merge onto SR 37

0.6 mi · 56 sec · IN-37
11

Keep slight left at fork onto SR 37

9.7 mi · 13 min · IN-37
12

Enter roundabout onto SR 37

93 ft · 1 sec · SR 37
13

Continue on SR 37

12 mi · 13 min · SR 37
14

Turn left onto SR 13

23 mi · 34 min · SR 13
15

Turn right onto SR 13; SR 18

0.4 mi · 44 sec · East Marion Street
Use the right lane.
16

Turn left onto SR 13

6.5 mi · 9 min · SR 13
17

Turn right onto West Old Slocum Trail

0.2 mi · 17 sec · West Old Slocum Trail
18

Turn right onto South Old State Road 13

65 ft · 2 sec · South Old State Road 13
19

Arrive at destination

South Old State Road 13

Trip Plan

Given the short duration of about 1 hour and 43 minutes, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize daylight, especially if you plan any brief stops along the way. With a fuel cost estimated at $11, you won't need to worry excessively about refueling, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Since the drive is so manageable, there's no need to split it; you can easily complete the 70.2 miles in one go. Keep an eye out for transitions between SR 13 and IN-37, as these are your primary connectors.

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 35.1 miles from Indianapolis, IN, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.1 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 15 miles or 26m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 35.1 miles or 52m 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 28m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mount Vernon, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Indianapolis, IN

This is one driving day of about 70.2 miles and 1h 43m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Indianapolis, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on SR 13 for about 29.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 35.1 mi from Indianapolis, IN · 52m into the drive

seat of Hamilton County, Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Noblesville, IN

35 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

Fishers, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Elwood, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 35.1 miles from Indianapolis, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Mount Vernon, IN

The final approach into Mount Vernon, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$10.97 one way

$21.95 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 25 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $12.05 $24.10
premium $4.89 $13.51 $27.02
diesel $5.61 $15.50 $31.00

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 24.6 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 21.1 0 $7.37 $3.37
Efficient EV 17.6 0 $6.14 $2.81
EV Truck/SUV 28.1 0 $9.83 $4.49

Gas CO2

25 kg

EV CO2

8 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Indianapolis, IN

Evening in Indianapolis on Friday

Local time

6:54 PM

EDT

Current temp

78°F

Mostly Sunny

WSW 13 mph 5% chance Live forecast

Flood Watch

Flood Watch issued April 16 at 12:24PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:54AM EDT until April 21 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

Destination

Mount Vernon, IN

Evening in Mount Vernon on Friday

Local time

6:54 PM

EDT

Current temp

72°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

6 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 43m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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 Mount Vernon, IN covers 70.2 miles and takes about 1h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are SR 13, IN-37, SR 37. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 35.1 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 $10.97 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.2 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Monument Circle): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (East Fall Creek Parkway, North Drive): Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Indianapolis, IN to Mount Vernon, 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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