Artists Colony Inn & Restaurant
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Nashville, Indiana
+18125778565
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 37m
Distance
145.8 mi
235 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Good
4 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jasonville, IN
Jacob Sierra
Utah, IN
Airam Dato-on
The drive from Jasonville, IN to Utah, IN covers 145.8 miles and takes about 3h 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 50, SR 46, SR 7 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 41.6 miles on US 50. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.79 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
72.9 miles from Jasonville, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 51m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 37m. Total distance: 145.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Straightforward navigation.
This is a 3h 37m highway drive covering 145.8 miles, with most of the trip on US 50 and SR 46. The longest continuous stretch is about 41.6 miles on US 50.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 50 and SR 46. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 13.8 miles in near 3rd Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 37m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 13.8 miles (3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 14 miles (US 231; SR 67 / Canal Street): Navigation decision point; at 22.7 miles (Freedom Road): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto US 231; SR 67 / Canal Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Freedom Road
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto Vilas Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto East 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 50 | 41.6 mi | 58m |
| SR 46 | 37.6 mi | 52m |
| SR 7 | 14.9 mi | 22m |
| County Road 950 N | 10.4 mi | 18m |
| Canal Street | 8.7 mi | 12m |
| Porter Ridge Road | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| SR 48 | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| US Highway 50 | 3.9 mi | 5m |
Step-by-step road directions between Jasonville, IN and Utah, IN.
Start on SR 48
Continue on SR 48
Continue on SR 157
Turn left onto 3rd Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 231; SR 67
Turn right onto Freedom Road
Turn right onto New Hope Road
At end of road, turn right onto Vilas Road
Turn slight left onto Porter Ridge Road
At end of road, turn right onto SR 43
Continue on SR 48
Continue on SR 48
Turn right onto South Patterson Drive
Turn left onto West 2nd Street
Turn left onto South Walnut Street
Turn right onto East 3rd Street
Turn right onto South Dunn Street
Continue on East Atwater Avenue
Turn left onto South Mitchell Street
Turn right onto East 3rd Street
Continue on SR 46
Continue on SR 46; SR 135
Continue on SR 7
Turn left onto US 50
Enter roundabout onto US 50
Continue on US 50
Continue on US 50; SR 129
Continue on US 50
Turn right onto George Street
Arrive at destination
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.
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 32 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.9 miles or 1h 51m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Utah, IN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Jasonville, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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 Jasonville, IN
This is one driving day of about 145.8 miles and 3h 37m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 72.9 mi from Jasonville, IN · 1h 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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.
A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 72.9 miles from Jasonville, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Utah, 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 Utah, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
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Nashville, Indiana
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Nashville, Indiana
Cloverleaf Family Restaurant
Bloomington, Indiana
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Nashville, Indiana
+18125778565
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Nashville, Indiana
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+18127204840
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, right off the route
Bloomington, Indiana
Hours: 5 am–3 pm
+18123341077
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
North Vernon, Indiana
Hours: 3–9 pm
+18123529898
Later in the drive, short detour
North Vernon, Indiana
Hours: 7 am–2 pm
+18125923960
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Columbus, Indiana
Hours: 10 am–8 pm
+18123900502
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
North Vernon, Indiana
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+18129795156
Later in the drive, short detour
North Vernon, Indiana
Hours: 11:30 am–2 pm
+18129792164
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, right off the route
Bloomington, Indiana
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, right off the route
Bloomington, Indiana
+18665212658
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, right off the route
Bloomington, Indiana
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Bloomington, Indiana
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Versailles, Indiana
Hours: 7 am–11 pm
+18126896424
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Regular Gas
$22.79 one way
$45.59 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.03 | $50.05 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.06 | $56.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.19 | $64.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
4 DC fast chargers · Coverage: good
Tesla Supercharger
Bloomington, Indiana
1 DCFC
EV Connect Charging Station
Bloomington, Indiana
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Bloomington, Indiana
1 DCFC
EVBOLT Charging Station
Bloomington, Indiana
1 DCFC
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.7 | 0 | $15.31 | $7.00 |
| Efficient EV | 36.5 | 0 | $12.76 | $5.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.3 | 0 | $20.41 | $9.33 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Jasonville on Friday
Local time
9:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Utah on Friday
Local time
9:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
74°F
Bloomington, IN
73 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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