Trip from Nappanee, IN to Evansville, IN

Drive Time

6h 12m

Distance

312.6 mi

503 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$47

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

6h 0m ★

6 AM

6h 13m

8 AM

6h 38m

10 AM

6h 22m

12 PM

6h 19m

3 PM

6h 23m

5 PM

6h 37m

8 PM

6h 5m

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

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Evansville, IN

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Trip Overview

The drive from Nappanee, IN to Evansville, IN covers 312.6 miles and takes about 6h 12m 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 31, I 465 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 151.7 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $47.48 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

156.3 miles from Nappanee, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 18m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 6h 12m highway drive covering 312.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and US 31. The longest continuous stretch is about 151.7 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 31 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 151.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and US 31. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 113.3 miles in near US 31.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 312.6 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 113.3 miles (US 31): Lane positioning matters here; at 126.3 miles (US 31): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 126.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 23 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

113.3 mi into trip | ~2h 24m in | US 31

Turn right onto US 31

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

126.3 mi into trip | ~2h 41m in | US 31

Take the exit onto US 31 toward I 465, US 31 South

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 123 Toward I 465, US 31 South

126.9 mi into trip | ~2h 42m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 465 West

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 465 West

127.5 mi into trip | ~2h 43m in | I 465

Merge onto I 465

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

152 mi into trip | ~3h 12m in

Take the exit toward I 69 South: Evansville

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 5 Toward I 69 South: Evansville

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 69	151.7 mi	2h 45m
US 31	110.4 mi	2h 17m
I 465	24.4 mi	28m
Grand Army of the Republic Highway	13.8 mi	18m
East Lloyd Expressway	3.9 mi	4m
North Burkhardt Road	2.5 mi	4m
West Market Street	2 mi	3m
East Walnut Street	0.7 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 69 — 151.7 mi, about 2h 45m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Nappanee, IN and Evansville, IN.

Start on SR 19

66 ft · 6 sec · North Main Street

Turn right onto US 6

2.0 mi · 3 min · West Market Street

Continue on US 6

14 mi · 18 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway

Turn left

0.4 mi · 46 sec

Merge onto US 31

11 mi · 13 min · US 31

Merge onto US 31

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 31

Turn slight right

512 ft · 6 sec

Continue on US 31

85 mi · 1 hr 44 min · US 31

Turn right onto East 226th Street

270 ft · 10 sec · East 226th Street

Turn left

320 ft · 50 sec

Continue on this road

320 ft · 25 sec · this road

Turn right onto East 226th Street

270 ft · 9 sec · East 226th Street

Turn right onto US 31

13 mi · 17 min · US 31

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto US 31

0.6 mi · 55 sec · US 31

Exit 123 Toward I 465, US 31 South Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 465 West Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 465

4.8 mi · 5 min · I 465

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 465

20 mi · 23 min · I 465

Toward I 465 South

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min

Exit 5 Toward I 69 South: Evansville Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 69

47 mi · 53 min · I 69

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 69

104 mi · 1 hr 51 min · I 69

Toward I 69 South: Evansville

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 39 sec

Exit 10 Toward Lynch Road

Turn slight right

153 ft · 4 sec

Turn straight onto Lynch Road

498 ft · 15 sec · Lynch Road

Turn left onto North Burkhardt Road

2.5 mi · 4 min · North Burkhardt Road

Turn right onto SR 66

3.9 mi · 4 min · East Lloyd Expressway

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 36 sec

Toward US 41 South

Merge onto US 41; SR 66

0.3 mi · 33 sec · US 41; SR 66

Turn right onto East Walnut Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · East Walnut Street

Turn right

332 ft · 25 sec

At end of road, turn right

123 ft · 9 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 156.3 miles from Nappanee, IN, or about 3h 18m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 151.7 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 80 miles or 1h 41m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 156.3 miles or 3h 18m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 7m

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 Nappanee, 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 Nappanee, IN

This is one driving day of about 312.6 miles and 6h 12m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Nappanee, 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 151.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 156.3 mi from Nappanee, IN · 3h 18m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cincinnati, OH

156 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

Chicago, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cincinnati, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 156.3 miles from Nappanee, 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 151.7 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

George Rogers Clark National Historical Park

National Historical Park

The British flag would not be raised above Fort Sackville Feb. 25, 1779. At 10 A.M., the garrison surrendered to American Colonel George Rogers Clark. His American army, aided by French residents of t...

20 mi from route ~50 min detour Free near mile 258.7

View on nps.gov

Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial

National Memorial

Abraham Lincoln grew from youth to manhood on this southern Indiana soil. Many character and moral traits of one of the world's most respected leaders was formed and nurtured here. Explore Lincoln's b...

26 mi from route ~66 min detour Free near mile 301.8

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$47.48 one way

$94.96 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 109 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$52.34	$104.68
premium	$4.80	$59.01	$118.02
diesel	$5.64	$69.45	$138.90

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$47

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$72–$97

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 109.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	93.8	1	$32.82	$15.00
Efficient EV	78.2	0	$27.35	$12.50
EV Truck/SUV	125	1	$43.76	$20.01

Gas CO2

109 kg

EV CO2

37 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 data refreshed 4 hours ago

Origin

Nappanee, IN

Evening in Nappanee on Sunday

Local time

8:52 PM

EDT

Current temp

78°F

Partly Sunny

SW 20 mph 2% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:09PM EDT until April 13 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:09PM EDT until April 14 at 12:30AM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN

Destination

Evansville, IN

Evening in Evansville on Sunday

Local time

7:52 PM

CDT

Current temp

86°F

Partly Sunny

SSW 8 to 14 mph 5% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:09PM EDT until April 13 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:09PM EDT until April 14 at 12:30AM EDT by NWS Indianapolis 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

1 hour earlier

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

8 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

6h 12m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Nappanee, IN to Evansville, IN covers 312.6 miles and takes about 6h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 69, US 31, I 465. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 156.3 miles from Nappanee, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $47.48 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

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.