Origin
Newark, IN
Afternoon in Newark on Tuesday
Local time
3:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newark, IN to Linton, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
45m
Distance
24.4 mi
39 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
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6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Linton, IN
將將 王
Trip Overview
The drive from Newark, IN to Linton, IN covers 24.4 miles and takes about 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Calvertville Road, South Commercial Street, 3rd Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 7.9 miles on Calvertville Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.81 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
12.2 miles from Newark, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 45m drive with frequent turns across 24.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Calvertville Road is the longest continuous segment at about 7.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Calvertville Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 45m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Calvertville Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles (SR 157): Navigation decision point; at 11 miles (Smith Ferry Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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Calvertville Road
Turn left onto Calvertville Road
Navigation decision point
4
7.9 mi into trip
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~19m in
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SR 157
At end of road, turn right onto SR 157
Navigation decision point
4
11 mi into trip
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~23m in
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Smith Ferry Road
Keep slight left at fork onto Smith Ferry Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
3
11.5 mi into trip
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~25m in
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US 231; SR 67 / South Commercial Street
Turn left onto US 231; SR 67 / South Commercial Street
Navigation decision point
3
18.4 mi into trip
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~35m in
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SR 54 / 3rd Street
Turn right onto SR 54 / 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Calvertville Road | 7.9 mi | 19m |
| South Commercial Street | 7 mi | 9m |
| 3rd Street | 5.9 mi | 10m |
| SR 157 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Hanna Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Smith Ferry Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Newark Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| SR 54 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Calvertville Road
— 7.9 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newark, IN and Linton, IN.
1
Start on Newark Road
36 ft
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5 sec
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Newark Road
2
Turn left onto Calvertville Road
7.9 mi
·
19 min
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Calvertville Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto SR 157
3.1 mi
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4 min
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SR 157
4
Keep slight left at fork onto Smith Ferry Road
0.2 mi
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35 sec
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Smith Ferry Road
5
Continue on Hanna Street
0.2 mi
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47 sec
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Hanna Street
6
Turn left onto US 231; SR 67
7.0 mi
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9 min
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South Commercial Street
7
Turn right onto SR 54
5.9 mi
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10 min
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3rd Street
8
Arrive at destination
SR 54
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 12.2 miles from Newark, IN, or about 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.9 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 24.4 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.2 miles or 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Linton, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Newark, 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 Newark, IN
This is one driving day of about 24.4 miles and 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Newark, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Calvertville Road for about 7.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.2 mi from Newark, IN · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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 24.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.2 miles from Newark, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Linton, IN
The final approach into Linton, 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 Linton, 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
$3.81 one way
$7.63 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.19 | $8.38 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.70 | $9.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.39 | $10.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.56 | $1.17 |
| Efficient EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.14 | $0.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.42 | $1.56 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (67% 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
Linton, IN
Afternoon in Linton on Tuesday
Local time
3:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
26 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
45m 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 Newark, IN to Linton, IN covers 24.4 miles and takes about 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Calvertville Road, South Commercial Street, 3rd Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.2 miles from Newark, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.81 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 is a straightforward 45m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Calvertville Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles (SR 157): Navigation decision point; at 11 miles (Smith Ferry Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Newark, IN to Linton, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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