Origin
Middlebury, IN
Late night in Middlebury on Saturday
Local time
5:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Middlebury, IN to Evansville, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 27m
Distance
113.3 mi
182 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 17m
★
6 AM
2h 27m
8 AM
2h 47m
10 AM
2h 34m
12 PM
2h 32m
3 PM
2h 35m
5 PM
2h 46m
8 PM
2h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Middlebury, IN
Jay Brand
Evansville, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Middlebury, IN to Evansville, IN covers 113.3 miles and takes about 2h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 69, US 231, SR 157 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 65.4 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.71 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
56.7 miles from Middlebury, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 22m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 27m. Total distance: 113.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 27m highway drive covering 113.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and US 231. The longest continuous stretch is about 65.4 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 26 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 65.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and US 231. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near SR 59; SR 246.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 113.3 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 59; SR 246): Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (SR 157): Navigation decision point; at 10.1 miles (SR 157): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 59; SR 246
Turn right onto SR 59; SR 246
Navigation decision point
4
3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
SR 157
Turn right onto SR 157
Navigation decision point
4
10.1 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
SR 157
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 157
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
105.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 14m in
Take the exit toward Lynch Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 10
Toward Lynch Road
5
113.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 27m in
At end of road, turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 65.4 mi | 1h 10m |
| US 231 | 16.4 mi | 23m |
| SR 157 | 12.9 mi | 22m |
| East Lloyd Expressway | 3.9 mi | 4m |
| South Commercial Street | 3 mi | 4m |
| Hochstetler Street | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| North Burkhardt Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| County Road 425 E | 1.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 65.4 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middlebury, IN and Evansville, IN.
1
Start on West Martz Market Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
West Martz Market Street
2
Turn right onto SR 59; SR 246
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 59; SR 246
3
Continue on SR 157
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
SR 157
4
Turn right onto SR 157
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
SR 157
5
Turn left onto SR 157
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Seventh Street
6
Continue on SR 157
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Hochstetler Street
7
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 157
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
SR 157
8
At end of road, turn left onto SR 157
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
SR 157
9
Turn straight onto US 231; SR 67
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
South Commercial Street
10
Turn slight left onto US 231; SR 57
16 mi
·
23 min
·
US 231; SR 57
11
Turn left onto SR 58
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Ellen Street
12
Continue on SR 58
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
County Road 425 E
13
Turn left onto SR 58
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 58
14
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
15
Merge onto I 69
65 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
I 69
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 10
Toward Lynch Road
17
Turn slight right
153 ft
·
4 sec
18
Turn straight onto Lynch Road
498 ft
·
15 sec
·
Lynch Road
19
Turn left onto North Burkhardt Road
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
North Burkhardt Road
20
Turn right onto SR 66
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
East Lloyd Expressway
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Toward US 41 South
22
Merge onto US 41; SR 66
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
US 41; SR 66
23
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Walnut Street
24
Turn right
332 ft
·
25 sec
25
At end of road, turn right
123 ft
·
9 sec
26
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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 56.7 miles from Middlebury, IN, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.4 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 25 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.7 miles or 1h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Evansville, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Middlebury, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Middlebury, IN
This is one driving day of about 113.3 miles and 2h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Middlebury, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 69 for about 65.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 56.7 mi from Middlebury, IN · 1h 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 56.7 miles from Middlebury, 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 65.4 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.71 one way
$35.43 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $19.45 | $38.90 |
| premium | $4.89 | $21.80 | $43.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.02 | $50.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34 | 0 | $11.90 | $5.44 |
| Efficient EV | 28.3 | 0 | $9.91 | $4.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.3 | 0 | $15.86 | $7.25 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
Evansville, IN
Late night in Evansville on Saturday
Local time
4:20 AM
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
22 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
2h 27m 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 Middlebury, IN to Evansville, IN covers 113.3 miles and takes about 2h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, US 231, SR 157. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 56.7 miles from Middlebury, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.71 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 113.3 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 59; SR 246): Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (SR 157): Navigation decision point; at 10.1 miles (SR 157): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Middlebury, IN to Evansville, 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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