The drive from Utah, IN to Rockport, IN covers 165.3 miles and takes about 3h 43m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 74, West Pearl Street, State Road 236 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 98 miles on I 74.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.84 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
82.7 miles from Utah, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 43m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 43m. Total distance: 165.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 43m highway drive covering 165.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 74 and West Pearl Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 98 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 30 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 98 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and West Pearl Street. 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 Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 165.3 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 24 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|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|~1h 44m in|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|~1h 56m in|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|~2h 8m in|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
119.9 mi into trip|~2h 26m in
Take the exit toward SR 39: Lizton, Lebanon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 58
Toward SR 39: Lizton, Lebanon
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Utah, IN to Rockport, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Lebanon along the way.
Lebanon
119.9 mi in|~2h 26m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 74
98 mi
1h 48m
West Pearl Street
13.8 mi
21m
State Road 236
11.6 mi
19m
SR 48
10.1 mi
17m
North Meridian Street
6.3 mi
10m
Sunnyside Avenue
5.1 mi
9m
SR 236
4.2 mi
6m
B'Dale Road
2.7 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 98 mi, about 1h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Utah, IN and Rockport, 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 WestUse 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
16 mi·17 min·I 74
Use the slight right lane.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Exit 58Toward SR 39: Lizton, Lebanon
13
Turn left onto SR 39
0.2 mi·13 sec·County Road 50 W
14
Continue on SR 39
0.5 mi·48 sec·North State Street
15
Turn right onto US 136
0.9 mi·1 min·West Main Street
16
Turn left onto West County Road 850 North
2.5 mi·3 min·West County Road 850 North
17
Continue on North County Road 400 West
0.5 mi·48 sec·North County Road 400 West
18
Turn right onto West County Road 800 North
2.0 mi·3 min·West County Road 800 North
19
Turn left onto SR 75
1.6 mi·3 min·Main Street
20
Turn right onto SR 236
14 mi·21 min·West Pearl Street
21
At end of road, turn left onto US 231; SR 236
0.5 mi·46 sec·US 231; SR 236
22
Turn right onto SR 236
12 mi·19 min·State Road 236
23
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 236
4.2 mi·6 min·SR 236
24
At end of road, turn right onto SR 236
176 ft·10 sec·Main Street
25
Turn left onto SR 236
2.6 mi·3 min·Guion Road
26
At end of road, turn right onto US 41
0.6 mi·1 min·US 41
27
Turn left onto Annapolis Road
0.8 mi·2 min·Annapolis Road
28
Continue on County Road 625N
0.1 mi·30 sec·County Road 625N
29
Turn right onto B'Dale Road
2.7 mi·7 min·B'Dale Road
30
Arrive at destination
B'Dale Road (Cord 25)
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 82.7 miles from Utah, IN, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98 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 36 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 82.7 miles or 1h 43m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rockport, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Utah, 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 Utah, IN
This is one driving day of about 165.3 miles and 3h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 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 98 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 82.7 mi from Utah, IN
· 1h 43m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.84 one way
$51.69 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg58 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$28.37
$56.75
premium
$4.89
$31.81
$63.62
diesel
$5.61
$36.50
$72.99
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
49.6
0
$17.36
$7.93
Efficient EV
41.3
0
$14.46
$6.61
EV Truck/SUV
66.1
0
$23.14
$10.58
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 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 as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Utah, IN
Late night
in Utah on Saturday
Local time
3:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Rockport, IN
Late night
in Rockport on Saturday
Local time
3:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Lawrence, IN
83 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
2 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 43m 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 Rockport, IN covers 165.3 miles and takes about 3h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 74, West Pearl Street, State Road 236. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 82.7 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 $25.84 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 24 significant decision points across 165.3 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.
On the drive from Utah, IN to Rockport, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Lebanon along the way.
