Origin
Spiceland, IN
Night in Spiceland on Thursday
Local time
9:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Spiceland, IN to Utah, IN
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 54m
Distance
78.4 mi
126 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 46m
★
6 AM
1h 54m
8 AM
2h 11m
10 AM
2h 0m
12 PM
1h 58m
3 PM
2h 1m
5 PM
2h 10m
8 PM
1h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Spiceland, IN
Wolfgang Weiser
Utah, IN
Airam Dato-on
Trip Overview
The drive from Spiceland, IN to Utah, IN covers 78.4 miles and takes about 1h 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SR 3, I 74, SR 48 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 33.6 miles on SR 3. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.26 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.
Midpoint
39.2 miles from Spiceland, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 54m. Total distance: 78.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 54m highway drive covering 78.4 miles, with most of the trip on SR 3 and I 74. The longest continuous stretch is about 33.6 miles on SR 3.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 3 is the longest continuous segment at about 33.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 3 and I 74. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near 5th Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 54m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 56.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73 miles (SR 148): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
5th Street
Turn right onto 5th Street
Navigation decision point
6
56.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward SR 101: Sunman, Milan
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 156
Toward SR 101: Sunman, Milan
5
73 mi into trip
|
~1h 44m in
|
SR 148
Turn right onto SR 148
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
78.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 53m in
|
US 50 / Green Boulevard
Turn right onto US 50 / Green Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
78.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 53m in
|
George Street
Turn left onto George Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Spiceland, IN to Utah, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Milan along the way.
Milan
56.5 mi in
|
~1h 16m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 3 | 33.6 mi | 49m |
| I 74 | 21.5 mi | 23m |
| SR 48 | 10.1 mi | 17m |
| SR 101 | 6.2 mi | 9m |
| SR 148 | 5.1 mi | 9m |
| National Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Washington Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 3
— 33.6 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spiceland, IN and Utah, IN.
1
Start on East Main Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
2
Turn right onto 5th Street
438 ft
·
19 sec
·
5th Street
3
Turn straight onto SR 3
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 3
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 40; SR 3
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Washington Street
5
Continue on US 40; SR 3
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
National Road
6
Turn left onto SR 3
14 mi
·
20 min
·
SR 3
7
Turn right onto SR 3
17 mi
·
25 min
·
SR 3
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 74 East: Cincinnati
9
Merge onto I 74
22 mi
·
23 min
·
I 74
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 156
Toward SR 101: Sunman, Milan
11
Turn right onto SR 101
6.2 mi
·
9 min
·
SR 101
12
Turn left onto SR 48
10 mi
·
17 min
·
SR 48
13
Turn right onto SR 148
5.1 mi
·
9 min
·
SR 148
Use the right lane.
14
Turn right onto US 50
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Green Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn left onto George Street
468 ft
·
24 sec
·
George Street
Use the left lane.
16
Arrive at destination
George Street
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 39.2 miles from Spiceland, IN, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.6 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 17 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.2 miles or 57m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Utah, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Spiceland, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Spiceland, IN
This is one driving day of about 78.4 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Spiceland, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on SR 3 for about 33.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.2 mi from Spiceland, IN · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.2 miles from Spiceland, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Utah, IN
The final approach into Utah, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.26 one way
$24.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.46 | $26.92 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.09 | $30.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.31 | $34.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.5 | 0 | $8.23 | $3.76 |
| Efficient EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.86 | $3.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.4 | 0 | $10.98 | $5.02 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Utah, IN
Night in Utah on Thursday
Local time
9:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°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
1h 54m 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 Spiceland, IN to Utah, IN covers 78.4 miles and takes about 1h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 3, I 74, SR 48. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.2 miles from Spiceland, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.26 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 1h 54m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 56.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73 miles (SR 148): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Spiceland, IN to Utah, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Milan along the way.
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