Origin
Jeffersonville, IN
Evening in Jeffersonville on Sunday
Local time
8:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jeffersonville, IN to Charlestown, IN
Drive Time
23m
Distance
13.6 mi
22 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
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6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jeffersonville, IN
Anthony Stewart
Charlestown, IN
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion through the Indiana Midwest, this 13.6-mile trip from Jeffersonville to Charlestown is an ideal candidate. You can easily complete the drive in about 23 minutes, making it a perfect one-day outing that requires no overnight stay. With a minimal fuel cost of just $2, it is an incredibly budget-friendly way to move between these two communities. The route follows a straightforward path using SR 62, East 10th Street, and Market Street. Because the distance is so short, you have total flexibility to head out whenever your schedule allows without worrying about a complex itinerary.
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
6.8 miles from Jeffersonville, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you navigate this short corridor. The journey is split between local streets and highway travel, with 53% of the route categorized as highway driving. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 7.2 miles on SR 62, which provides a consistent pace before you transition into the more urban or local road segments. The character of the drive shifts from the initial city-style streets of East 10th and Market to the more open feel of the state road. It is a functional, no-nonsense commute that gets you to your destination efficiently.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 62 is the longest continuous segment at about 7.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Court Avenue.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 23m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Court Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Graham Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (East 8th Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Court Avenue
Turn left onto East Court Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Graham Street
At end of road, turn left onto Graham Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.7 mi into trip
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~2m in
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East 8th Street
Turn right onto East 8th Street
Navigation decision point
5
1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.2 mi into trip
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~3m in
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East 10th Street
Turn right onto East 10th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 62 | 7.2 mi | 10m |
| East 10th Street | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Market Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| East Court Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East 8th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Graham Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Watt Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 62
— 7.2 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jeffersonville, IN and Charlestown, IN.
1
Start on Watt Street
257 ft
·
16 sec
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Watt Street
2
Turn left onto East Court Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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East Court Avenue
3
At end of road, turn left onto Graham Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Graham Street
4
Turn right onto East 8th Street
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
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East 8th Street
5
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
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Main Street
6
Turn right onto East 10th Street
4.1 mi
·
7 min
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East 10th Street
Use the none lane.
7
Turn straight onto SR 62
7.2 mi
·
10 min
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SR 62
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn left onto SR 3
1.1 mi
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2 min
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Market Street
9
Turn left onto County Road 403
37 ft
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0 sec
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County Road 403
10
Arrive at destination
County Road 403
Trip Plan
Since the entire trip takes less than half an hour, you do not need to worry about planning for rest stops or meal breaks. You can leave at your convenience, though it is always wise to keep an eye on local traffic patterns when navigating the urban sections of Jeffersonville. Given the low $2 fuel requirement, you can comfortably make the round trip without needing to scout for gas stations along the way. Use your time flexibility to plan your departure around personal errands or local commitments. A great tip for this specific drive is to ensure you are comfortable navigating the transition from the city streets onto SR 62, as that 7.2-mile stretch is where you will spend the bulk of your time behind the wheel.
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 6.8 miles from Jeffersonville, IN, or about 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.2 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 13.6 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.8 miles or 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Charlestown, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jeffersonville, 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 Jeffersonville, IN
This is one driving day of about 13.6 miles and 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jeffersonville, 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 SR 62 for about 7.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.8 mi from Jeffersonville, IN · 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 13.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.8 miles from Jeffersonville, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Charlestown, IN
The final approach into Charlestown, 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 Charlestown, 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
$2.07 one way
$4.13 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $2.28 | $4.55 |
| premium | $4.80 | $2.57 | $5.13 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.02 | $6.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.43 | $0.65 |
| Efficient EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.19 | $0.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.90 | $0.87 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Charlestown, IN
Evening in Charlestown on Sunday
Local time
8:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
23m 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 Jeffersonville, IN to Charlestown, IN covers 13.6 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 62, East 10th Street, Market Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.8 miles from Jeffersonville, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.07 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 23m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Court Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Graham Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (East 8th Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Jeffersonville, IN to Charlestown, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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