Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
2h 31m
Distance
118.5 mi
191 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Utah, IN
Airam Dato-on
Lebanon, IN
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The drive from Utah, IN to Lebanon, IN covers 118.5 miles and takes about 2h 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 74, I 65, SR 48 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 61.6 miles on I 74. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.53 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
59.3 miles from Utah, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 31m. Total distance: 118.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 2h 31m highway drive covering 118.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 74 and I 65. The longest continuous stretch is about 61.6 miles on I 74.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and I 65. 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.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 118.5 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: at 0.1 miles (US 50 / Green Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (SR 148 / Sunnyside Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.9 miles (I 74): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn right onto US 50 / Green Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto SR 148 / Sunnyside Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 74
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward I 65 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 39: Lebanon, Lizton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 61.6 mi | 1h 5m |
| I 65 | 26.6 mi | 32m |
| SR 48 | 10.1 mi | 17m |
| North Meridian Street | 6.3 mi | 10m |
| Sunnyside Avenue | 5.1 mi | 9m |
| Southeastern Avenue | 5 mi | 7m |
| South Lebanon Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Dickson Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Utah, IN and Lebanon, IN.
Start on George Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 50
Turn left onto SR 148
At end of road, turn left onto SR 48
Turn right onto SR 101
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 74
Continue on this road
Continue on Southeastern Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Southeastern Avenue
Continue on Southeastern Avenue
Continue on Cruse Street
Turn right onto East Market Street
Turn left onto Dickson Street
Turn left onto East Ohio Street
Turn right onto Dickson Street
Turn left onto East New York Street
Turn right onto North Pine Street
Take the ramp
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 65
Take the exit
Turn right onto SR 39
Arrive at destination
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.
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 26 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.3 miles or 1h 18m 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 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lebanon, IN than in the middle of the route.
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 118.5 miles and 2h 31m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.3 mi from Utah, IN · 1h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 59.3 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 61.6 miles.
The final approach into Lebanon, 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 Lebanon, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$18.53 one way
$37.05 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.34 | $40.68 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.80 | $45.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.16 | $52.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.6 | 0 | $12.44 | $5.69 |
| Efficient EV | 29.6 | 0 | $10.37 | $4.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.4 | 0 | $16.59 | $7.58 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Utah on Thursday
Local time
10:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Night in Lebanon on Thursday
Local time
10:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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