Origin
Syracuse, IN
Morning in Syracuse on Wednesday
Local time
6:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Syracuse, IN to Greenwood, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 18m
Distance
145.5 mi
234 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 6m
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6 AM
3h 18m
8 AM
3h 42m
10 AM
3h 27m
12 PM
3h 24m
3 PM
3h 28m
5 PM
3h 41m
8 PM
3h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Syracuse, IN
Keke Cheng
Greenwood, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Syracuse, IN to Greenwood, IN covers 145.5 miles and takes about 3h 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Strawtown Pike, US 24, SR 5 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32.9 miles on South Strawtown Pike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.75 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
72.7 miles from Syracuse, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Syracuse, IN to Greenwood, IN covers 145.5 miles and takes about 3h 18m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Strawtown Pike is the longest continuous segment at about 32.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 13 / North Huntington Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 145.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 13 / North Huntington Street): Navigation decision point; at 121.3 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 122.2 miles (I 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 13 / North Huntington Street
Turn left onto SR 13 / North Huntington Street
Navigation decision point
6
121.3 mi into trip
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~2h 45m in
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I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
5
122.2 mi into trip
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~2h 46m in
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I 69
Continue onto I 69 toward I 465 South, I 69 South
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 200
Toward I 465 South, I 69 South
7
137.6 mi into trip
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~3h 4m in
Take the exit toward Emerson Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 52
Toward Emerson Avenue
7
137.9 mi into trip
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~3h 5m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Strawtown Pike | 32.9 mi | 38m |
| US 24 | 26.8 mi | 31m |
| SR 5 | 21.3 mi | 37m |
| I 69 | 19.5 mi | 23m |
| North Huntington Street | 17.5 mi | 26m |
| SR 37 | 12.9 mi | 17m |
| South Emerson Avenue | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| US 30 | 3.5 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
South Strawtown Pike
— 32.9 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Syracuse, IN and Greenwood, IN.
1
Start on East Main Street
69 ft
·
9 sec
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East Main Street
2
Turn left onto SR 13
17 mi
·
26 min
·
North Huntington Street
3
Turn left onto US 30
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
US 30
4
Turn right onto North Binkley Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Binkley Road
5
Turn left onto West Old Trail Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Old Trail Road
6
Turn right onto SR 5
6.7 mi
·
11 min
·
SR 5
7
Continue on SR 5; SR 14
15 mi
·
25 min
·
SR 5; SR 14
8
Turn right onto US 24; SR 9
27 mi
·
31 min
·
US 24; SR 9
9
Continue on SR 9; SR 15
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
South Western Avenue
10
Turn slight right onto SR 37
33 mi
·
38 min
·
South Strawtown Pike
11
Enter roundabout onto SR 37
105 ft
·
1 sec
·
SR 37
12
Continue on SR 37
13 mi
·
17 min
·
SR 37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 69
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
I 69
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 69
Use the slight right lane.
15
Continue on I 69
15 mi
·
18 min
·
I 69
Exit 200
Toward I 465 South, I 69 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 52
Toward Emerson Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
18
Turn straight onto South Emerson Avenue
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
South Emerson Avenue
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn right onto East County Line Road South
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
East County Line Road South
20
Turn left onto North Meridian Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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North Meridian Street
21
Turn right onto Main Street West
95 ft
·
1 sec
·
Main Street West
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 72.7 miles from Syracuse, IN, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.9 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 80 miles or 1h 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.7 miles or 1h 46m 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 43m
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 Syracuse, 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 Syracuse, IN
This is one driving day of about 145.5 miles and 3h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Syracuse, 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 South Strawtown Pike for about 32.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 72.7 mi from Syracuse, IN · 1h 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 72.7 miles from Syracuse, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Greenwood, IN
The final approach into Greenwood, 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 Greenwood, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.75 one way
$45.49 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $24.98 | $49.95 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.00 | $56.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.12 | $64.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.7 | 0 | $15.28 | $6.98 |
| Efficient EV | 36.4 | 0 | $12.73 | $5.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.2 | 0 | $20.37 | $9.31 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Greenwood, IN
Morning in Greenwood on Wednesday
Local time
6:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°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
3 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 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 Syracuse, IN to Greenwood, IN covers 145.5 miles and takes about 3h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Strawtown Pike, US 24, SR 5. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 72.7 miles from Syracuse, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.75 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 demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 145.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 13 / North Huntington Street): Navigation decision point; at 121.3 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 122.2 miles (I 69): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Syracuse, IN to Greenwood, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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