Origin
Lawrence, IN
Late night in Lawrence on Friday
Local time
12:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lawrence, IN to Danville, IN
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
52m
Distance
32.8 mi
53 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lawrence, IN
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Danville, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lawrence, IN to Danville, IN covers 32.8 miles and takes about 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on McCoy Street, Pendleton Pike, I 465 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.13 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 32.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 52m drive with frequent turns across 32.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
McCoy Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lawrence, IN to Danville, IN is easy. At 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lawrence, IN to Danville, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| McCoy Street | — | — |
| Pendleton Pike | — | — |
| I 465 South | — | — |
| I 70 | — | — |
| I 70 West | — | — |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | — | — |
| Holt Road | — | — |
| South Holt Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
McCoy Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lawrence, IN and Danville, IN.
1
Start on the route
121 ft
·
11 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto McCoy Street
492 ft
·
17 sec
·
McCoy Street
3
Turn right onto Pendleton Pike
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Pendleton Pike
4
Turn left onto I 465 South, US 36 West, SR 67 South
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
I 465 South, US 36 West, SR 67 South
5
Merge slight left
1.7 mi
·
2 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 70: Dayton, Indianapolis
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
I 70: Dayton, Indianapolis
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 70: Dayton, Indianapolis
144 ft
·
2 sec
·
I 70: Dayton, Indianapolis
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 70 West: Indianapolis
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 70 West: Indianapolis
9
Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
7.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
10
Keep slight right to continue on I 70: St Louis, Indianapolis International Airport
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
I 70: St Louis, Indianapolis International Airport
11
Take the exit slight right toward Holt Road
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Holt Road
12
Turn right onto South Holt Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Holt Road
13
Turn left onto Rockville Road
8.3 mi
·
14 min
·
Rockville Road
14
Continue on Rockville Road
6.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Rockville Road
15
Continue on East Main Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
16
Turn left onto South Cross Street
59 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Cross Street
17
Turn right
39 ft
·
3 sec
18
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.4 mi from Lawrence, IN · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.4 miles from Lawrence, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Danville, IN
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Danville, IN if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.13 one way
$10.26 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.63 | $11.26 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.31 | $12.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.24 | $14.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.44 | $1.57 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.87 | $1.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.59 | $2.10 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Danville, IN
Late night in Danville on Friday
Local time
12:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
52m 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 Lawrence, IN to Danville, IN covers 32.8 miles and takes about 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are McCoy Street, Pendleton Pike, I 465 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.4 miles from Lawrence, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.13 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.
The drive from Lawrence, IN to Danville, IN is easy. At 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lawrence, IN to Danville, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lawrence, IN to Danville, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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