Trip from Troy, IN to Indianapolis, IN

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Drive Time

3h 21m

Distance

158 mi

254 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$25

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min

4 AM

3h 10m ★

6 AM

3h 22m

8 AM

3h 46m

10 AM

3h 30m

12 PM

3h 28m

3 PM

3h 31m

5 PM

3h 44m

8 PM

3h 14m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Troy, IN

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Trip Overview

The drive from Troy, IN to Indianapolis, IN covers 158 miles and takes about 3h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 69, Newton Street, US 231 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 74.2 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.70 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

79 miles from Troy, 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 Troy, IN to Indianapolis, IN covers 158 miles and takes about 3h 21m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 31 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 74.2 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 around 59 miles in near US 231 / South John F Kennedy Avenue.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 158 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: at 59 miles (US 231 / South John F Kennedy Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 150.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 157 miles (South Missouri Street): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

59 mi into trip | ~1h 20m in | US 231 / South John F Kennedy Avenue

Turn left onto US 231 / South John F Kennedy Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

150.4 mi into trip | ~3h 5m in

Take the exit toward Epler Avenue to Harding Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 162 Toward Epler Avenue to Harding Street

157 mi into trip | ~3h 17m in | South Missouri Street

Turn left onto South Missouri Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

157.3 mi into trip | ~3h 18m in | West Maryland Street

Turn right onto West Maryland Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

157.7 mi into trip | ~3h 20m in | South Illinois Street

Turn left onto South Illinois Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 69	74.2 mi	1h 21m
Newton Street	20.4 mi	23m
US 231	20.1 mi	23m
South John F Kennedy Avenue	17 mi	22m
County Road 800 East	7.8 mi	13m
South Harding Street	4.2 mi	7m
West Christmas Boulevard	3 mi	5m
County Road 800 North	2.7 mi	4m

Longest stretch: I 69 — 74.2 mi, about 1h 21m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Troy, IN and Indianapolis, IN.

Start on Spring Street

85 ft · 3 sec · Spring Street

Continue on Sycamore Street

456 ft · 25 sec · Sycamore Street

Turn left onto SR 545

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Main Street

Turn right onto SR 66

0.8 mi · 1 min · State Road 66

Continue on SR 66

2.4 mi · 4 min · East County Road 800 North

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 70

2.7 mi · 4 min · County Road 800 North

Continue on SR 245

4.5 mi · 7 min · County Road 800 East

Continue on SR 245

1.0 mi · 1 min · Main Street

Continue on SR 245

3.3 mi · 5 min · County Road 800 East

Continue on SR 162

3.0 mi · 5 min · West Christmas Boulevard

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 45 sec

Merge onto US 231

20 mi · 23 min · US 231

Turn left onto US 231; SR 56

20 mi · 23 min · Newton Street

Continue on US 50; US 150; US 231

0.2 mi · 18 sec · West Broadway Street

Turn left onto US 231

17 mi · 22 min · South John F Kennedy Avenue

Use the left lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec

Merge onto I 69

74 mi · 1 hr 21 min · I 69

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 33 sec

Exit 162 Toward Epler Avenue to Harding Street Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto West Epler Avenue

0.2 mi · 28 sec · West Epler Avenue

Continue on Old State Road 37

0.4 mi · 52 sec · Old State Road 37

Continue on South Harding Street

4.2 mi · 7 min · South Harding Street

Turn right onto West Morris Street

0.4 mi · 38 sec · West Morris Street

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto Kentucky Avenue

1.0 mi · 2 min · Kentucky Avenue

Use the left lane.

Continue on West South Street

500 ft · 24 sec · West South Street

Turn left onto South Missouri Street

0.2 mi · 41 sec · South Missouri Street

Use the left lane.

Continue on South West Street

475 ft · 20 sec · South West Street

Turn right onto West Maryland Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · West Maryland Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn left onto South Illinois Street

0.2 mi · 41 sec · South Illinois Street

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto West Market Street

351 ft · 16 sec · West Market Street

At end of road, turn right

257 ft · 28 sec

Arrive at destination

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 79 miles from Troy, IN, or about 1h 46m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.2 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 47m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 79 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 42m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Indianapolis, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Troy, 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 Troy, IN

This is one driving day of about 158 miles and 3h 21m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Troy, 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 74.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 79 mi from Troy, IN · 1h 46m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Plainfield, IL

79 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

Champaign, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Champaign, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 79 miles from Troy, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.2 miles.

Arriving in Indianapolis, IN

The final approach into Indianapolis, 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 Indianapolis, IN.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial

National Memorial

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...

3 mi from route ~7 min detour Free near mile 16.3

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$24.70 one way

$49.40 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 55 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$27.12	$54.24
premium	$4.89	$30.41	$60.81
diesel	$5.61	$34.88	$69.77

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$25

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$50–$75

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 55.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	47.4	$16.59	$7.58
Efficient EV	39.5	$13.83	$6.32
EV Truck/SUV	63.2	$22.12	$10.11

Gas CO2

55 kg

EV CO2

18 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 data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Troy, IN

Afternoon in Troy on Tuesday

Local time

2:16 PM

CDT

Current temp

81°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Indianapolis, IN

Afternoon in Indianapolis on Tuesday

Local time

3:16 PM

EDT

Current temp

57°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

24 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 21m 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 Troy, IN to Indianapolis, IN covers 158 miles and takes about 3h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 69, Newton Street, US 231. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 79 miles from Troy, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.70 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.