Origin
Sugar Creek, IN
Afternoon in Sugar Creek on Saturday
Local time
3:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sugar Creek, IN to Jeffersonville, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 13m
Distance
107.7 mi
173 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 4m
★
6 AM
2h 13m
8 AM
2h 32m
10 AM
2h 20m
12 PM
2h 18m
3 PM
2h 21m
5 PM
2h 31m
8 PM
2h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sugar Creek, IN
Keith Cassill
Jeffersonville, IN
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Trip Overview
This 107.7-mile drive from Sugar Creek, Indiana, to Jeffersonville, Indiana, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in just over 2 hours. The route is primarily highway-focused, making it ideal for a single-day excursion rather than requiring an overnight stop. You'll be on major roads like I-65 and London Road for most of your journey. With an estimated fuel cost of around $17, this is an economical option for exploring the Midwest. The predominantly highway profile means you can expect a consistent pace for the entire trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53.8 miles from Sugar Creek, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 92.1 mi | 1h 39m |
| London Road | 4.4 mi | 10m |
| East 700 N | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| North Hurricane Road | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| West 400 N | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Whiteland Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| US 31 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East 8th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 92.1 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sugar Creek, IN and Jeffersonville, IN.
1
Start on Sugar Creek Myrtle Lane
39 ft
·
3 sec
·
Sugar Creek Myrtle Lane
2
Turn right onto Myrtle Lane
314 ft
·
18 sec
·
Myrtle Lane
3
Turn left onto London Road
4.4 mi
·
10 min
·
London Road
4
Turn right onto West 400 N
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West 400 N
5
Continue on East 700 N
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
East 700 N
6
Turn left onto North Hurricane Road
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
North Hurricane Road
7
Turn right onto Whiteland Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Whiteland Road
8
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 65 South: Louisville
9
Merge onto I 65
92 mi
·
1 hr 39 min
·
I 65
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 1
Toward US 31 South: Jeffersonville, Clarksville
11
Turn straight onto US 31
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 31
12
Turn slight right
0.5 mi
·
1 min
13
Continue on East 10th Street
419 ft
·
12 sec
·
East 10th Street
14
Turn right onto Wall Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Wall Street
15
Turn left onto East 8th Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
East 8th Street
16
Turn right onto Watt Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Watt Street
17
Arrive at destination
Watt Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour duration, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. Leaving mid-morning might allow you to avoid peak traffic. You won't need to worry too much about frequent stops, though it's always wise to take a break every couple of hours. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 92.1-mile stretch on I-65, as services might be less frequent. Plan to refuel before you hit that long interstate segment to ensure a smooth continuation of your journey.
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 53.8 miles from Sugar Creek, IN, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 92.1 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 24 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.8 miles or 1h 12m 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 49m
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 Sugar Creek, 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 Sugar Creek, IN
This is one driving day of about 107.7 miles and 2h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Sugar Creek, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 92.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 53.8 miles from Sugar Creek, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 92.1 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 107.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Myrtle Lane
Turn right onto Myrtle Lane
Navigation decision point
5
13 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the ramp toward I 65 South: Louisville
Navigation decision point
Toward I 65 South: Louisville
6
105.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 7m 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
5
107.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
|
East 8th Street
Turn left onto East 8th Street
Navigation decision point
5
107.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
|
Watt Street
Turn right onto Watt Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.84 one way
$33.68 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $18.49 | $36.97 |
| premium | $4.89 | $20.73 | $41.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.78 | $47.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.3 | 0 | $11.31 | $5.17 |
| Efficient EV | 26.9 | 0 | $9.42 | $4.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.1 | 0 | $15.08 | $6.89 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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
Jeffersonville, IN
Afternoon in Jeffersonville on Saturday
Local time
3:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°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 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 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect an 86% highway-focused drive, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 92.1 miles on I-65. This means you'll experience a significant amount of time on high-speed interstates, offering a consistent and efficient journey. While the majority of the drive is on major roadways, you will also encounter sections on roads like London Road and East 700 N, which may offer a slight change of pace. The overall character is one of smooth, direct travel, designed for covering distance effectively rather than for leisurely sightseeing.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 92.1 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and London Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Myrtle Lane.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 13m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Myrtle Lane): Navigation decision point; at 13 miles: Navigation decision point; at 105.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
789 ft
444 ft
Total Climb
104 ft
Total Descent
449 ft
Highest Point
789 ft
Elevation Range
345 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 13m. Total distance: 107.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 92.1 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Myrtle Lane): Navigation decision point; at 13 miles: Navigation decision point; at 105.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jeffersonville, IN before heading back.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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