Origin
Oak Grove, IN
Morning in Oak Grove on Monday
Local time
10:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oak Grove, IN to Evansville, IN
Drive Time
55m
Distance
31.8 mi
51 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Evansville, IN
Kelly
Trip Overview
The drive from Oak Grove, IN to Evansville, IN covers 31.8 miles and takes about 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SR 62, Bonebank Road, SR 69 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 21.5 miles on SR 62. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.83 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
15.9 miles from Oak Grove, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 55m highway drive covering 31.8 miles, with most of the trip on SR 62 and Bonebank Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 21.5 miles on SR 62.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 62 is the longest continuous segment at about 21.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 62 and Bonebank Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near Bonebank Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 55m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (Bonebank Road): Navigation decision point; at 30.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.4 miles (East Walnut Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
Bonebank Road
At end of road, turn left onto Bonebank Road
Navigation decision point
6
30.8 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward Main Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Main Street
6
31.4 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
East Walnut Street
At end of road, turn left onto East Walnut Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
31.7 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
31.7 mi into trip
|
~54m in
At end of road, turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 62 | 21.5 mi | 24m |
| Bonebank Road | 3.6 mi | 13m |
| SR 69 | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Oak Grove Road | 1.4 mi | 5m |
| Spencer Ditch Road | 0.8 mi | 3m |
| East Walnut Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Heidelbach Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| John Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 62
— 21.5 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oak Grove, IN and Evansville, IN.
1
Start on Oak Grove Road
1.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Oak Grove Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto Bonebank Road
3.6 mi
·
13 min
·
Bonebank Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto Spencer Ditch Road
0.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Spencer Ditch Road
4
Turn left onto SR 69
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
SR 69
5
At end of road, turn right onto SR 62; SR 69
21 mi
·
24 min
·
SR 62; SR 69
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Main Street
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn straight onto John Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
John Street
8
Turn right onto South Heidelbach Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
South Heidelbach Avenue
9
At end of road, turn left onto East Walnut Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
East Walnut Street
10
Turn left
332 ft
·
25 sec
11
At end of road, turn right
123 ft
·
9 sec
12
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 15.9 miles from Oak Grove, IN, or about 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.5 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 31.8 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.9 miles or 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 48m
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 Oak Grove, 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 Oak Grove, IN
This is one driving day of about 31.8 miles and 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Oak Grove, 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 SR 62 for about 21.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.9 mi from Oak Grove, IN · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.9 miles from Oak Grove, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$4.83 one way
$9.66 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $5.32 | $10.65 |
| premium | $4.80 | $6.00 | $12.01 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.06 | $14.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.34 | $1.53 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.78 | $1.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.45 | $2.04 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Morning in Evansville on Monday
Local time
10:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°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
20 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
55m 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 Oak Grove, IN to Evansville, IN covers 31.8 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 62, Bonebank Road, SR 69. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.9 miles from Oak Grove, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.83 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 55m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (Bonebank Road): Navigation decision point; at 30.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.4 miles (East Walnut Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
The route from Oak Grove, IN to Evansville, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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