Trip from Speedway, IN to Jeffersonville, IN

Drive Time

2h 18m

Distance

122.1 mi

197 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min
4 AM
2h 9m ★
6 AM
2h 18m
8 AM
2h 38m
10 AM
2h 25m
12 PM
2h 23m
3 PM
2h 26m
5 PM
2h 37m
8 PM
2h 13m

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

Downtown Speedway, IN, IN

Speedway, IN

Selvin Esteban

Downtown Jeffersonville, IN, IN

Jeffersonville, IN

Anthony Stewart

Trip Overview

Spanning 122.1 miles, this straightforward journey from Speedway to Jeffersonville typically takes about 2 hours and 18 minutes to complete. Because the route remains entirely within the Midwest, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout your travel. With a fuel budget of approximately $19, this trek is highly efficient for those looking to reach their destination without unnecessary detours. Since the total drive time is relatively short, you can easily manage this as a one-day trip without needing an overnight stay. It is an ideal choice for travelers who prioritize speed and reliability over complex navigation or scenic wandering.

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

61.1 miles from Speedway, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip is a quintessential highway-focused drive, with 98% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will rely primarily on I-65, I-74, and US-31 to navigate your way toward Jeffersonville. The most significant portion of your time behind the wheel involves a long, 103.5-mile stretch on I-65, which defines the character of the route. Expect a consistent, fast-paced experience that favors direct transit over winding backroads. Because the path is dominated by major interstates, you can anticipate a steady and predictable flow of traffic for the duration of your trip.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 103.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and I 74. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 122.1 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West 25th Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

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

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in

Turn left

Navigation decision point

6
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | West 25th Street

Turn sharp right onto West 25th Street

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

8
0.6 mi into trip | ~2m in

Turn left toward I 465 South, I 74 East

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward I 465 South, I 74 East
7
15.9 mi into trip | ~20m in

Take the exit toward I 65 South: Louisville

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 53B Toward I 65 South: Louisville
6
119.9 mi into trip | ~2h 13m in

Take the exit toward US 31 South: Jeffersonville, Clarksville

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

Exit 1 Toward US 31 South: Jeffersonville, Clarksville

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 65 103.5 mi 1h 52m
I 74 14.9 mi 17m
US 31 0.7 mi 1m
Crawfordsville Road 0.3 mi <1m
East 8th Street 0.2 mi <1m
Wall Street 0.2 mi <1m
Watt Street 0.2 mi <1m
West 25th Street 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 65 — 103.5 mi, about 1h 52m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Speedway, IN and Jeffersonville, IN.

1

Start on this road

75 ft · 10 sec · this road
2

Turn left

262 ft · 25 sec
3

Turn sharp right onto West 25th Street

0.1 mi · 21 sec · West 25th Street
4

Turn left onto North High School Road

315 ft · 14 sec · North High School Road
Use the left lane.
5

Turn slight right

275 ft · 11 sec
6

Turn straight onto Crawfordsville Road

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Crawfordsville Road
7

Turn left

0.4 mi · 55 sec
Toward I 465 South, I 74 East Use the left lane.
8

Merge onto I 74; I 465

15 mi · 17 min · I 74; I 465
Use the none lane.
9

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 45 sec
Exit 53B Toward I 65 South: Louisville Use the slight right lane.
10

Merge onto I 65

104 mi · 1 hr 52 min · I 65
Use the none lane.
11

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec
Exit 1 Toward US 31 South: Jeffersonville, Clarksville
12

Turn straight onto US 31

0.7 mi · 1 min · US 31
Use the none lane.
13

Turn slight right

0.5 mi · 1 min
14

Continue on East 10th Street

419 ft · 12 sec · East 10th Street
15

Turn right onto Wall Street

0.2 mi · 38 sec · Wall Street
16

Turn left onto East 8th Street

0.2 mi · 32 sec · East 8th Street
17

Turn right onto Watt Street

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Watt Street
18

Arrive at destination

Watt Street

Trip Plan

Given that this route consists of 0 planned stops, you should prepare for a continuous drive once you head out from Speedway. To ensure a smooth experience, check local traffic reports for I-65 before departure, as this primary artery can experience congestion. Since the drive is a manageable 2 hours and 18 minutes, you have the flexibility to leave at your convenience, though avoiding peak rush hours is always a smart move. Keep your $19 fuel budget in mind when planning your departure to avoid unexpected costs. A helpful tip for this specific route is to familiarize yourself with the transition points between I-74 and I-65 early, as these interchanges are the most critical navigation points on your way to Jeffersonville.

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 61.1 miles from Speedway, IN, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 103.5 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 80 miles or 1h 29m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 61.1 miles or 1h 9m 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 51m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jeffersonville, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Speedway, 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 Speedway, IN

This is one driving day of about 122.1 miles and 2h 18m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Speedway, 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 103.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 61.1 mi from Speedway, IN · 1h 9m into the drive

Downtown Cincinnati, OH, OH

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cincinnati, OH

61 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

Cincinnati, OH

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 61.1 miles from Speedway, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 103.5 miles.

Arriving in Jeffersonville, IN

The final approach into Jeffersonville, 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 Jeffersonville, 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.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$18.55 one way

$37.09 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 43 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $20.44 $40.89
premium $4.80 $23.05 $46.10
diesel $5.64 $27.13 $54.25

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 42.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 36.6 0 $12.82 $5.86
Efficient EV 30.5 0 $10.68 $4.88
EV Truck/SUV 48.8 0 $17.09 $7.81

Gas CO2

43 kg

EV CO2

14 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Speedway, IN

Evening in Speedway on Sunday

Local time

6:38 PM

EDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Jeffersonville, IN

Evening in Jeffersonville on Sunday

Local time

6:38 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°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

4 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 18m 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 Speedway, IN to Jeffersonville, IN covers 122.1 miles and takes about 2h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, I 74, US 31. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 61.1 miles from Speedway, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.55 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 122.1 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West 25th Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Speedway, IN to Jeffersonville, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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