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Trip from Ligonier, 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

5h 4m

Distance

246.7 mi

397 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$39

one way

EV Charging

Sparse

1 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 51m ★
6 AM
5h 5m
8 AM
5h 32m
10 AM
5h 14m
12 PM
5h 11m
3 PM
5h 15m
5 PM
5h 30m
8 PM
4h 56m

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

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human settlement in Noble County, Indiana, United States of America

Ligonier, IN

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city in Clark County, Indiana, United States

Jeffersonville, IN

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Trip Overview

The drive from Ligonier, IN to Jeffersonville, IN covers 246.7 miles and takes about 5h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 65, South Strawtown Pike, SR 9 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 100.8 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $38.57 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

123.3 miles from Ligonier, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 43m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 65 100.8 mi 1h 48m
South Strawtown Pike 32.9 mi 38m
SR 9 30.9 mi 38m
I 69 19.5 mi 23m
South State Road 9 17.2 mi 25m
Lincolnway South 14.7 mi 21m
SR 37 12.9 mi 17m
North Baseline Road 9.1 mi 13m
Longest stretch: I 65 — 100.8 mi, about 1h 48m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Pigeon Street

38 ft · 6 sec · Pigeon Street
2

Turn left onto SR 5

0.3 mi · 1 min · North Cavin Street
3

Continue on SR 5

0.6 mi · 1 min · Lincoln Way South
4

Continue on US 33; SR 5

15 mi · 21 min · Lincolnway South
5

Turn right onto SR 9

9.1 mi · 13 min · North Baseline Road
6

Continue on SR 9

1.5 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
7

Turn slight right onto SR 9; SR 205

0.2 mi · 20 sec · River Street
8

Continue on SR 9

17 mi · 25 min · South State Road 9
9

Take the ramp onto SR 9

31 mi · 38 min · SR 9
10

Turn slight right onto SR 37

33 mi · 38 min · South Strawtown Pike
11

Enter roundabout onto SR 37

105 ft · 1 sec · SR 37
12

Continue on SR 37

13 mi · 17 min · SR 37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Merge onto I 69

3.1 mi · 3 min · I 69
14

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69

1.0 mi · 1 min · I 69
Use the slight right lane.
15

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.
16

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Exit 52 Toward Emerson Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
18

Turn straight onto South Emerson Avenue

2.6 mi · 4 min · South Emerson Avenue
Use the straight lane.
19

Turn right onto East Southport Road

0.5 mi · 52 sec · East Southport Road
20

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 43 sec
21

Merge onto I 65

101 mi · 1 hr 48 min · I 65
22

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec
Exit 1 Toward US 31 South: Jeffersonville, Clarksville
23

Turn straight onto US 31

0.7 mi · 1 min · US 31
24

Turn slight right

0.5 mi · 1 min
25

Continue on East 10th Street

419 ft · 12 sec · East 10th Street
26

Turn right onto Wall Street

0.2 mi · 38 sec · Wall Street
27

Turn left onto East 8th Street

0.2 mi · 32 sec · East 8th Street
28

Turn right onto Watt Street

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Watt Street
29

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 123.3 miles from Ligonier, IN, or about 2h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 100.8 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 54 miles or 1h 19m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 123.3 miles or 2h 43m 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 13m

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 Ligonier, 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 Ligonier, IN

This is one driving day of about 246.7 miles and 5h 4m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Ligonier, 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 65 for about 100.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Hamilton County, Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Fishers, IN

123 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

Flora, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fishers, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 123.3 miles from Ligonier, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 100.8 miles.

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 246.7

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18122882022

Visit website

Mela Indian Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Indianapolis, Indiana

0.4 mi

Super Pollo Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Indianapolis, Indiana

1.1 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 246.7

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18129200926

Visit website

Grounded Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ligonier, Indiana

0.2 mi

Coffee Crossing

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jeffersonville, Indiana

0.4 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 246.7

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18122882022

Visit website

Mela Indian Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 141

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+13178692400

Visit website

Super Pollo Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 123.3

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm

+13175372478

Visit website

9th Street Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 70.5

Marion, Indiana

Hours: 5 am–2 pm

+17656644851

La Bodeguita De Mima

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 246.7

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 12–2:30 pm

+15027423358

Visit website

Bugambilias Mexican Cuisine

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 123.3

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13175165978

Visit website

El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant Beech Grove

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 141

Beech Grove, IN

Hours: 10:30 am–10 pm

+13177552370

Visit website

Denny's Restaurant

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 123.3

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13178494867

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 246.7

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18129200926

Visit website

Grounded Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $1 to $10

Ligonier, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–7 pm

+12602210381

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 246.7

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+18125903867

Visit website

Quills Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 246.7

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 246.7

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 7 am–5:30 pm

+15025530113

Visit website

The Abbey Coffee Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 70.5

Marion, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

Visit website

Sunergos Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 246.7

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 246.7

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 6:30 am–2:30 pm

+15022943728

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 70.5

Marion, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Howard Steamboat Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 246.7

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 246.7

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 246.7

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 246.7

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 246.7

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+15025845353

Visit website

Reed’s Place: Steak and Chop Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $20 to $30 mile 193.8

Seymour, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18122711298

Visit website

Kermit's Food Shop

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 52.9

Andrews, Indiana

Hours: 8 am–1 pm

+12607863644

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 123.5 and 244.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
123.5 mi into trip | ~2h 43m 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.
5
124.5 mi into trip | ~2h 45m in | I 69

Continue onto I 69 toward I 465 South, I 69 South

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 200 Toward I 465 South, I 69 South
7
139.9 mi into trip | ~3h 3m 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
140.1 mi into trip | ~3h 3m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
6
244.5 mi into trip | ~4h 59m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$38.57 one way

$77.14 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 86 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $42.35 $84.69
premium $4.89 $47.48 $94.95
diesel $5.61 $54.47 $108.94

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$39

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$64–$89

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 86.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 74 0 $25.90 $11.84
Efficient EV 61.7 0 $21.59 $9.87
EV Truck/SUV 98.7 1 $34.54 $15.79

Gas CO2

86 kg

EV CO2

29 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 18, 2026

Origin

Ligonier, IN

Afternoon in Ligonier on Saturday

Local time

1:48 PM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Jeffersonville, IN

Afternoon in Jeffersonville on Saturday

Local time

1:48 PM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Mostly Cloudy

S 8 mph 5% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT until April 22 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT until April 24 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

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

14 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

5h 4m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

246.7 mi in 5h 4m, mostly highway — 100.8 mi of that is on I 65.

67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 100.8 mi on I 65.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and South Strawtown Pike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 123.5 miles in near I 69.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 246.7 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 123.5 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 124.5 miles (I 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 139.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 4m. Total distance: 246.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 100.8 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Jeffersonville, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 123.5 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 124.5 miles (I 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 139.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Jeffersonville, IN before the return drive.

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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