Origin
Utah, IN
Evening in Utah on Thursday
Local time
5:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Utah, IN to Jamestown, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 36m
Distance
127.4 mi
205 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 26m
★
6 AM
2h 36m
8 AM
2h 57m
10 AM
2h 43m
12 PM
2h 41m
3 PM
2h 44m
5 PM
2h 56m
8 PM
2h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Utah, IN
Airam Dato-on
Jamestown, IN
Writchid Snipes
Trip Overview
The drive from Utah, IN to Jamestown, IN covers 127.4 miles and takes about 2h 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 74, SR 48, North Meridian Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 103.5 miles on I 74. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.92 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
63.7 miles from Utah, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 22m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 36m. Total distance: 127.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 36m highway drive covering 127.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 74 and SR 48. The longest continuous stretch is about 103.5 miles on I 74.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 74 is the longest continuous segment at about 103.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and SR 48. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 50 / Green Boulevard.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 127.4 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 0.1 miles (US 50 / Green Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 83.7 miles (I 74): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 93.1 miles (I 74; I 465): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 50 / Green Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto US 50 / Green Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
83.7 mi into trip
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~1h 44m in
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I 74
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74 toward I 465 South, I 74 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 465 South, I 74 West
6
93.1 mi into trip
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~1h 56m in
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I 74; I 465
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; I 465
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
103.9 mi into trip
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~2h 8m in
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I 74
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
125.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 32m in
Take the exit toward SR 75: Jamestown, Advance
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 52
Toward SR 75: Jamestown, Advance
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 103.5 mi | 1h 54m |
| SR 48 | 10.1 mi | 17m |
| North Meridian Street | 6.3 mi | 10m |
| Sunnyside Avenue | 5.1 mi | 9m |
| SR 75 | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Green Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| W Main St | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| George Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 103.5 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Utah, IN and Jamestown, IN.
1
Start on George Street
444 ft
·
22 sec
·
George Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 50
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Green Boulevard
Use the right lane.
3
Turn left onto SR 148
5.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Sunnyside Avenue
Use the left lane.
4
At end of road, turn left onto SR 48
10 mi
·
17 min
·
SR 48
5
Turn right onto SR 101
6.3 mi
·
10 min
·
North Meridian Street
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 74 West: Indianapolis
7
Merge onto I 74
62 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
I 74
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit onto I 74; US 421
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
I 74; US 421
Toward I 465, I 74 West: Shadeland Avenue
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74
9.4 mi
·
11 min
·
I 74
Toward I 465 South, I 74 West
Use the slight left lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; I 465
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 74; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
21 mi
·
23 min
·
I 74
Use the slight right lane.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 52
Toward SR 75: Jamestown, Advance
13
Turn left onto SR 75
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
SR 75
Use the straight / left lanes.
14
Turn right onto US 136
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
W Main St
15
Turn right onto North Darlington Street
91 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Darlington Street
16
Arrive at destination
North Darlington Street
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 63.7 miles from Utah, IN, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 103.5 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 28 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.7 miles or 1h 22m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jamestown, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Utah, 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 Utah, IN
This is one driving day of about 127.4 miles and 2h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Utah, 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 74 for about 103.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63.7 mi from Utah, IN · 1h 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 63.7 miles from Utah, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 74 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 103.5 miles.
Arriving in Jamestown, IN
The final approach into Jamestown, 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 Jamestown, IN.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.92 one way
$39.84 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $21.87 | $43.74 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.52 | $49.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.13 | $56.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.2 | 0 | $13.38 | $6.12 |
| Efficient EV | 31.9 | 0 | $11.15 | $5.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51 | 0 | $17.84 | $8.15 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Jamestown, IN
Evening in Jamestown on Thursday
Local time
5:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Hope, IN
64 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 36m 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 Utah, IN to Jamestown, IN covers 127.4 miles and takes about 2h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 74, SR 48, North Meridian Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63.7 miles from Utah, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.92 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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 14 significant decision points across 127.4 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: at 0.1 miles (US 50 / Green Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 83.7 miles (I 74): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 93.1 miles (I 74; I 465): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Utah, IN to Jamestown, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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