Origin
North Vernon, IN
Morning in North Vernon on Wednesday
Local time
8:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Vernon, IN to Greenwood, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
56.6 mi
91 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
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6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Vernon, IN
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Greenwood, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from North Vernon, IN to Greenwood, IN covers 56.6 miles and takes about 1h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, North State Street, State Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 30.4 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.85 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
28.3 miles from North Vernon, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 41m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from North Vernon, IN to Greenwood, IN covers 56.6 miles and takes about 1h 13m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 30.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Walnut Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from North Vernon, IN to Greenwood, IN is easy. At 1h 13m with 54% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (SR 3; SR 7 / North State Street): Navigation decision point; at 23.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 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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~0m in
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East Walnut Street
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 3; SR 7 / North State Street
Turn right onto SR 3; SR 7 / North State Street
Navigation decision point
4
23.7 mi into trip
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~36m in
Take the exit toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
5
54.4 mi into trip
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~1h 9m in
Take the exit toward Main Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 99
Toward Main Street
6
54.8 mi into trip
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~1h 10m in
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East Main Street
Turn left onto East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 30.4 mi | 32m |
| North State Street | 16.9 mi | 25m |
| State Street | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| East Main Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Jonathan Moore Pike | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| 3rd Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| East Walnut Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 5th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 30.4 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Vernon, IN and Greenwood, IN.
1
Start on 5th Street
42 ft
·
3 sec
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5th Street
2
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
East Walnut Street
3
Turn right onto SR 3; SR 7
17 mi
·
25 min
·
North State Street
4
Continue on SR 46
3.9 mi
·
5 min
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State Street
5
Continue on SR 46
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
3rd Street
6
Continue on Jonathan Moore Pike
1.4 mi
·
1 min
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Jonathan Moore Pike
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
8
Merge onto I 65
30 mi
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32 min
·
I 65
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 99
Toward Main Street
10
Turn left onto East Main Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
Use the straight lane.
11
Arrive at destination
Main Street West
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 28.3 miles from North Vernon, IN, or about 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.4 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 56.6 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.3 miles or 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greenwood, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving North Vernon, 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 North Vernon, IN
This is one driving day of about 56.6 miles and 1h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from North Vernon, 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 I 65 for about 30.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.3 mi from North Vernon, IN · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 56.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.3 miles from North Vernon, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Greenwood, IN
The final approach into Greenwood, 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 Greenwood, 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
$8.85 one way
$17.70 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.72 | $19.43 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.89 | $21.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.50 | $24.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17 | 0 | $5.94 | $2.72 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.95 | $2.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.92 | $3.62 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Greenwood, IN
Morning in Greenwood on Wednesday
Local time
8:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°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
1 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
1h 13m 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 North Vernon, IN to Greenwood, IN covers 56.6 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, North State Street, State Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.3 miles from North Vernon, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.85 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.
The drive from North Vernon, IN to Greenwood, IN is easy. At 1h 13m with 54% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (SR 3; SR 7 / North State Street): Navigation decision point; at 23.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from North Vernon, IN to Greenwood, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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