The drive from Springfield, IN to Greenwood, IN covers 173.5 miles and takes about 3h 27m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 69, I 64, North Springfield Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 134.9 miles on I 69.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.12 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
86.7 miles from Springfield, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 48m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 27m. Total distance: 173.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 3h 27m highway drive covering 173.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and I 64. The longest continuous stretch is about 134.9 miles on I 69.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 69 is the longest continuous segment at about 134.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and I 64. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 13 miles in near SR 68; SR 165 / St Francis.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 27m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 13 miles (SR 68; SR 165 / St Francis): Navigation decision point; at 31.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.8 miles (I 69; SR 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
13 mi into trip|~27m in|SR 68; SR 165 / St Francis
At end of road, turn left onto SR 68; SR 165 / St Francis
Navigation decision point
8
31.5 mi into trip|~48m in
Take the exit toward I 69 North, SR 57 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 29B
Toward I 69 North, SR 57 North
5
31.8 mi into trip|~49m in|I 69; SR 57
Merge onto I 69; SR 57
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
166.7 mi into trip|~3h 15m in
Take the exit toward Smith Valley Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 156
Toward Smith Valley Road
5
167.1 mi into trip|~3h 16m in|West Smith Valley Road
Enter roundabout onto West Smith Valley Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 69
134.9 mi
2h 25m
I 64
17.3 mi
18m
North Springfield Road
7.6 mi
18m
SR 165
4.2 mi
7m
West Smith Valley Road
3.2 mi
5m
Main Street West
2.8 mi
4m
North Saint Francis Street
0.8 mi
1m
State Highway 66
0.6 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 134.9 mi, about 2h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, IN and Greenwood, IN.
1
Start on North Springfield Road
7.6 mi·18 min·North Springfield Road
2
Continue on Princeton Street
0.1 mi·18 sec·Princeton Street
3
Turn left onto SR 66
0.6 mi·52 sec·State Highway 66
4
Turn right onto SR 165
4.2 mi·7 min·SR 165
5
Turn right onto SR 68; SR 165
0.5 mi·1 min·Main Street
6
At end of road, turn left onto SR 68; SR 165
0.1 mi·12 sec·St Francis
7
Continue on SR 165
0.8 mi·1 min·North Saint Francis Street
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·39 sec
9
Merge onto I 64
17 mi·18 min·I 64
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·48 sec
Exit 29BToward I 69 North, SR 57 NorthUse the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 69; SR 57
135 mi·2 hr 25 min·I 69; SR 57
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·46 sec
Exit 156Toward Smith Valley Road
13
Turn slight right onto West Smith Valley Road
0.1 mi·23 sec·West Smith Valley Road
14
Enter roundabout onto West Smith Valley Road
152 ft·8 sec·West Smith Valley Road
15
Continue on West Smith Valley Road
3.1 mi·5 min·West Smith Valley Road
16
Turn left onto SR 135
0.5 mi·52 sec·County Road 300 West
17
Turn right onto Main Street West
1.0 mi·1 min·Main Street West
18
Enter roundabout onto Main Street West
85 ft·1 sec·Main Street West
19
Continue on Main Street West
1.0 mi·1 min·Main Street West
20
Enter roundabout onto Main Street West
100 ft·2 sec·Main Street West
21
Continue on Main Street West
0.7 mi·1 min·Main Street West
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Arrive at destination
Main Street West
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 86.7 miles from Springfield, IN, or about 1h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 134.9 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 38 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.7 miles or 1h 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 48m
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 Springfield, 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 Springfield, IN
This is one driving day of about 173.5 miles and 3h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Springfield, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 69 for about 134.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 86.7 mi from Springfield, IN
· 1h 48m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
George Rogers Clark National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The British flag would not be raised above Fort Sackville Feb. 25, 1779. At 10 A.M., the garrison surrendered to American Colonel George Rogers Clark. His American army, aided by French residents of t...
19 mi from route
~49 min detour
Free
near mile 66.2
Abraham Lincoln grew from youth to manhood on this southern Indiana soil. Many character and moral traits of one of the world's most respected leaders was formed and nurtured here. Explore Lincoln's b...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
Free
near mile 42.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.12 one way
$54.25 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg61 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$29.78
$59.56
premium
$4.89
$33.39
$66.78
diesel
$5.61
$38.31
$76.61
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
52.1
0
$18.22
$8.33
Efficient EV
43.4
0
$15.18
$6.94
EV Truck/SUV
69.4
0
$24.29
$11.10
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Springfield, IN
Afternoon
in Springfield on Friday
Local time
2:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Greenwood, IN
Afternoon
in Greenwood on Friday
Local time
3:45 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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
19 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
3h 27m 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 Springfield, IN to Greenwood, IN covers 173.5 miles and takes about 3h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, I 64, North Springfield Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 86.7 miles from Springfield, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.12 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 27m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 13 miles (SR 68; SR 165 / St Francis): Navigation decision point; at 31.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.8 miles (I 69; SR 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Springfield, IN to Greenwood, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
