Origin
Vienna, IN
Evening in Vienna on Tuesday
Local time
6:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Vienna, IN to Austin, IN
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
15m
Distance
9.7 mi
16 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 14m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Vienna, IN
Niklas Jeromin
Austin, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Vienna, IN to Austin, IN covers 9.7 miles and takes about 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, South Gardner Street, US 31 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 3.8 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.52 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
4.9 miles from Vienna, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 15m highway drive covering 9.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and South Gardner Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 3.8 miles on I 65.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 3.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and South Gardner Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 31 / US Highway 31.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 15m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 31 / US Highway 31): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (SR 56 / West McClain Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 31 / US Highway 31
Turn right onto US 31 / US Highway 31
Navigation decision point
5
2.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
SR 56 / West McClain Avenue
Turn left onto SR 56 / West McClain Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
7.3 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward SR 256: Austin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 34
Toward SR 256: Austin
5
7.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
8.2 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
US 31
Turn left onto US 31
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| South Gardner Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| US 31 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| US Highway 31 | 1 mi | 1m |
| State Road 256 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West McClain Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Booe Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| East Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 3.8 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vienna, IN and Austin, IN.
1
Start on SR 356
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 31
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 31
3
Continue on US 31
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Gardner Street
4
Turn left onto SR 56
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
West McClain Avenue
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
6
Merge onto I 65
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
I 65
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 34
Toward SR 256: Austin
8
Keep slight right at fork
140 ft
·
3 sec
9
Turn straight onto SR 256
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Road 256
10
Turn left onto US 31
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US 31
11
Turn right onto West Booe Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West Booe Road
12
Arrive at destination
West Booe Road
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 4.9 miles from Vienna, IN, or about 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.8 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 9.7 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.9 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Austin, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Vienna, 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 Vienna, IN
This is one driving day of about 9.7 miles and 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Vienna, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 3.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.9 mi from Vienna, IN · 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 9.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.9 miles from Vienna, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Austin, IN
The final approach into Austin, 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 Austin, 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
$1.52 one way
$3.03 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.67 | $3.33 |
| premium | $4.89 | $1.87 | $3.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.14 | $4.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.02 | $0.47 |
| Efficient EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.85 | $0.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.36 | $0.62 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Austin, IN
Evening in Austin on Tuesday
Local time
6:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
15m 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 Vienna, IN to Austin, IN covers 9.7 miles and takes about 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, South Gardner Street, US 31. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.9 miles from Vienna, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.52 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.
This is a straightforward 15m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 31 / US Highway 31): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (SR 56 / West McClain Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Vienna, IN to Austin, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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