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Trip from Kendallville, IN to Jeffersonville, IN

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 53m

Distance

255.8 mi

412 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$40

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 40m ★
6 AM
4h 53m
8 AM
5h 20m
10 AM
5h 3m
12 PM
5h 0m
3 PM
5h 4m
5 PM
5h 19m
8 PM
4h 45m

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

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city in Indiana, USA

Kendallville, IN

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city in Clark County, Indiana, United States

Jeffersonville, IN

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Trip Overview

The drive from Kendallville, IN to Jeffersonville, IN covers 255.8 miles and takes about 4h 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 69, I 65, South Lima Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 125.5 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $39.99 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

127.9 miles from Kendallville, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 27m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 53m. Total distance: 255.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 4h 53m highway drive covering 255.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and I 65. The longest continuous stretch is about 125.5 miles on I 69.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 69 is the longest continuous segment at about 125.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and I 65. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 23.2 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 255.8 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 23.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 132.6 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 149 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.

5
23.2 mi into trip | ~33m in

Take the exit toward I 69 South, US 24 West, US 30 West: Indianapolis

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 69 South, US 24 West, US 30 West: Indi...
6
132.6 mi into trip | ~2h 32m in | I 69

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane.
7
149 mi into trip | ~2h 51m in

Take the exit toward Emerson Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 52 Toward Emerson Avenue
7
149.2 mi into trip | ~2h 52m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
6
253.6 mi into trip | ~4h 47m in

Take the exit toward US 31 South: Jeffersonville, Clarksville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 1 Toward US 31 South: Jeffersonville, Clarksville

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 69 125.5 mi 2h 17m
I 65 100.8 mi 1h 48m
South Lima Road 21.8 mi 30m
South Emerson Avenue 2.6 mi 4m
South Main Street 1.4 mi 2m
US 31 0.7 mi 1m
East Southport Road 0.5 mi <1m
East 8th Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 69 — 125.5 mi, about 2h 17m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kendallville, IN and Jeffersonville, IN.

1

Start on East Rush Street

47 ft · 9 sec · East Rush Street
2

Turn left onto South Main Street

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
3

Continue on South Main Street

258 ft · 7 sec · South Main Street
4

Turn left onto SR 3

22 mi · 30 min · South Lima Road
5

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Toward I 69 South, US 24 West, US 30 West: Indianapolis
6

Merge onto I 69; US 24; US 30

8.4 mi · 9 min · I 69; US 24; US 30
Use the straight lane.
7

Continue on I 69; US 33

76 mi · 1 hr 21 min · I 69; US 33
8

Continue on I 69; SR 9; SR 67

24 mi · 26 min · I 69; SR 9; SR 67
9

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69

1.0 mi · 1 min · I 69
Use the slight right lane.
10

Continue on I 69

15 mi · 18 min · I 69
Exit 200 Toward I 465 South, I 69 South Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Exit 52 Toward Emerson Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13

Turn straight onto South Emerson Avenue

2.6 mi · 4 min · South Emerson Avenue
Use the straight lane.
14

Turn right onto East Southport Road

0.5 mi · 52 sec · East Southport Road
15

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 43 sec
16

Merge onto I 65

101 mi · 1 hr 48 min · I 65
17

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec
Exit 1 Toward US 31 South: Jeffersonville, Clarksville
18

Turn straight onto US 31

0.7 mi · 1 min · US 31
19

Turn slight right

0.5 mi · 1 min
20

Continue on East 10th Street

419 ft · 12 sec · East 10th Street
21

Turn right onto Wall Street

0.2 mi · 38 sec · Wall Street
22

Turn left onto East 8th Street

0.2 mi · 32 sec · East 8th Street
23

Turn right onto Watt Street

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Watt Street
24

Arrive at destination

Watt Street

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 127.9 miles from Kendallville, IN, or about 2h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 125.5 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 56 miles or 1h 9m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 127.9 miles or 2h 27m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jeffersonville, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Kendallville, 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 Kendallville, IN

This is one driving day of about 255.8 miles and 4h 53m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 56 miles from Kendallville, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 69 for about 125.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 127.9 mi from Kendallville, IN · 2h 27m into the drive

city in Marion County, Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lawrence, IN

128 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

Fort Wayne, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 56 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fishers, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 127.9 miles from Kendallville, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 125.5 miles.

Arriving in Jeffersonville, IN

The final approach into Jeffersonville, 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 Jeffersonville, IN.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Puerto Vallarta Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 255.8

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18122882022

Visit website

Goodfella's Pizza

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Henryville, Indiana

1.2 mi

La Bodeguita De Mima

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Louisville, Kentucky

1.6 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Pearl Street Game & Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 255.8

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18129200926

Visit website

Coffee Crossing

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jeffersonville, Indiana

0.4 mi

Well Grounded Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fort Wayne, Indiana

1 mi

Puerto Vallarta Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 255.8

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18122882022

Visit website

Goodfella's Pizza

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 237.5

Henryville, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18122943343

Visit website

La Bodeguita De Mima

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 255.8

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 12–2:30 pm

+15027423358

Visit website

McDonald's

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 127.9

Fishers, Indiana

Hours: 5 am–1 pm

+13178420013

Visit website

Vincenzo's

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour Expensive mile 255.8

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 11:30 am–1:30 pm

+15025801350

Visit website

Addis Grill

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 255.8

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 11 am–3 pm

+15025811011

Visit website

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 109.6

Anderson, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+17656426424

Visit website

Wild Swann Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 255.8

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 6:30 am–1 pm

+15024343777

Visit website

Pearl Street Game & Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 255.8

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18129200926

Visit website

Coffee Crossing

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 255.8

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+18125903867

Visit website

Well Grounded Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 18.3

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+12606376622

Visit website

Quills Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 255.8

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+15028615844

Visit website

Please & Thank You "MARK"

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 255.8

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 7 am–5:30 pm

+15025530113

Visit website

Sunergos Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 255.8

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm

+15025893222

Visit website

The Hotel Marty

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 255.8

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 6:30 am–2:30 pm

+15022943728

Visit website

Blak Koffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 255.8

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+15022903729

Visit website

Howard Steamboat Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 255.8

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+18122833728

Visit website

Big 4 Escape

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 255.8

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Hours: 2–8 pm

+18127251046

Visit website

Muhammad Ali Center

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 255.8

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15025849254

Visit website

Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 255.8

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18777758443

Visit website

Flame Run

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 255.8

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+15025845353

Visit website

Mississinewa 1812

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 73.1

Marion, Indiana

+17656139248

Visit website

Reed’s Place: Steak and Chop Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $20 to $30 mile 201

Seymour, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18122711298

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$39.99 one way

$79.98 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 90 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $43.91 $87.82
premium $4.89 $49.23 $98.45
diesel $5.61 $56.48 $112.95

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$40

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$65–$90

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 89.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 76.7 0 $26.86 $12.28
Efficient EV 64 0 $22.38 $10.23
EV Truck/SUV 102.3 1 $35.81 $16.37

Gas CO2

89 kg

EV CO2

30 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 14, 2026

Origin

Kendallville, IN

Late night in Kendallville on Saturday

Local time

3:02 AM

EDT

Current temp

35°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Jeffersonville, IN

Late night in Jeffersonville on Saturday

Local time

3:02 AM

EDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

73°F

Lawrence, IN

128 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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

41 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

4h 53m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Kendallville, IN to Jeffersonville, IN covers 255.8 miles and takes about 4h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 69, I 65, South Lima Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 127.9 miles from Kendallville, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $39.99 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 255.8 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 23.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 132.6 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 149 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Kendallville, IN to Jeffersonville, 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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