Origin
Syracuse, IN
Afternoon in Syracuse on Monday
Local time
1:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
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5h 21m
Distance
308.3 mi
496 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$47
one way
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Evansville, IN
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The drive from Syracuse, IN to Evansville, IN covers 308.3 miles and takes about 5h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Huntington Street, North Binkley Road, West Old Trail Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $46.83 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
154.1 miles from Syracuse, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 40m into the drive .
Expect a 5h 21m drive with frequent turns across 308.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 21m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Syracuse, IN to Evansville, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Huntington Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Binkley Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Old Trail Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Western Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Strawtown Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| the route | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 465 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 69 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Syracuse, IN and Evansville, IN.
Start on East Main Street
Turn left onto North Huntington Street
Turn left
Turn right onto North Binkley Road
Turn left onto West Old Trail Road
Turn right
Continue straight
Turn right
Continue on South Western Avenue
Turn slight right onto South Strawtown Pike
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
Exit the roundabout
Merge slight left
Keep slight right
Continue on I 465 South, I 69 South
Keep slight right to continue on I 69 South: Evansville
Keep slight left to continue on I 69 South: Evansville
Take the exit slight right toward SR 66 West: Lloyd Expressway
Merge slight left onto East Lloyd Expressway
Take the exit slight right toward US 41 South
Merge slight left
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
Turn right
At the end of the road, turn right
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 154.1 miles or 2h 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Evansville, IN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Syracuse, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Syracuse, IN
This is one driving day of about 308.3 miles and 5h 21m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 154.1 mi from Syracuse, IN · 2h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
154 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 154.1 miles from Syracuse, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$46.83 one way
$93.66 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $51.62 | $103.24 |
| premium | $4.80 | $58.20 | $116.40 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $68.49 | $136.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 107.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 92.5 | 1 | $32.37 | $14.80 |
| Efficient EV | 77.1 | 0 | $26.98 | $12.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 123.3 | 1 | $43.16 | $19.73 |
Gas CO2
108 kg
EV CO2
36 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Syracuse on Monday
Local time
1:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Evansville on Monday
Local time
12:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
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
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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