Origin
Marion, IN
Evening in Marion on Thursday
Local time
7:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Marion, IN to Evansville, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 31m
Distance
235.9 mi
380 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 18m
★
6 AM
4h 32m
8 AM
4h 58m
10 AM
4h 41m
12 PM
4h 38m
3 PM
4h 42m
5 PM
4h 57m
8 PM
4h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Marion, IN
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Evansville, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Marion, IN to Evansville, IN covers 235.9 miles and takes about 4h 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 69, South Strawtown Pike, SR 37 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 178.6 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $36.88 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
117.9 miles from Marion, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 20m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 31m. Total distance: 235.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 4h 31m highway drive covering 235.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and South Strawtown Pike. The longest continuous stretch is about 178.6 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 21 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 178.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and South Strawtown Pike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 52.3 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 16 significant decision points across 235.9 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 52.3 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.3 miles (I 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
52.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m 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
53.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m 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
8
75 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
|
I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 South: Evansville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
5
123.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 26m in
|
I 69
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 South: Evansville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
5
227.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 18m in
Take the exit toward Lynch Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 10
Toward Lynch Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 178.6 mi | 3h 17m |
| South Strawtown Pike | 32.9 mi | 38m |
| SR 37 | 12.9 mi | 17m |
| East Lloyd Expressway | 3.9 mi | 4m |
| South Washington Street | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| North Burkhardt Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| East Walnut Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| US 41 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 178.6 mi, about 3h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marion, IN and Evansville, IN.
1
Start on SR 18
181 ft
·
10 sec
·
East 3rd Street
2
Turn left onto South Washington Street
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
South Washington Street
3
Continue on SR 37
33 mi
·
38 min
·
South Strawtown Pike
4
Enter roundabout onto SR 37
105 ft
·
1 sec
·
SR 37
5
Continue on SR 37
13 mi
·
17 min
·
SR 37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 69
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
I 69
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 69
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on I 69
22 mi
·
25 min
·
I 69
Exit 200
Toward I 465 South, I 69 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
48 mi
·
54 min
·
I 69
Exit 5
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
104 mi
·
1 hr 51 min
·
I 69
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 10
Toward Lynch Road
12
Turn slight right
153 ft
·
4 sec
13
Turn straight onto Lynch Road
498 ft
·
15 sec
·
Lynch Road
14
Turn left onto North Burkhardt Road
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
North Burkhardt Road
15
Turn right onto SR 66
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
East Lloyd Expressway
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Toward US 41 South
17
Merge onto US 41; SR 66
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
US 41; SR 66
18
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Walnut Street
19
Turn right
332 ft
·
25 sec
20
At end of road, turn right
123 ft
·
9 sec
21
Arrive at destination
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 117.9 miles from Marion, IN, or about 2h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 178.6 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 52 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117.9 miles or 2h 20m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Evansville, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Marion, 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 Marion, IN
This is one driving day of about 235.9 miles and 4h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Marion, 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 178.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 117.9 mi from Marion, IN · 2h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
118 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 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 117.9 miles from Marion, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 178.6 miles.
Arriving in Evansville, IN
The final approach into Evansville, 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 Evansville, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.88 one way
$73.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
83 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $40.49 | $80.99 |
| premium | $4.89 | $45.40 | $90.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $52.08 | $104.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70.8 | 0 | $24.77 | $11.32 |
| Efficient EV | 59 | 0 | $20.64 | $9.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 94.4 | 1 | $33.03 | $15.10 |
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 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.
Destination
Evansville, IN
Evening in Evansville on Thursday
Local time
6:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
4 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 31m 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 Marion, IN to Evansville, IN covers 235.9 miles and takes about 4h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, South Strawtown Pike, SR 37. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 117.9 miles from Marion, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.88 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 16 significant decision points across 235.9 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 52.3 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.3 miles (I 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Marion, IN to Evansville, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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