Embarking on a journey from Winfield, IN to Evansville, IN covers 263.1 miles and will take approximately 5 hours and 38 minutes of driving time. This drive is well-suited for a single day, with an estimated fuel cost of around $40. You'll primarily travel on US 41 and SR 63, with a significant portion on Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway, making it a highway-focused experience. The Midwest scenery forms the backdrop for this straightforward trip between two Indiana locations. Plan for one stop along the way to break up the nearly 5.5-hour drive.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
131.6 miles from Winfield, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 47m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 38m. Total distance: 263.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly highway-focused, with 84% of the journey utilizing major roadways. Expect long stretches of consistent driving, including a significant 157.9-mile segment on US 41 where you can settle into a rhythm. The character of the drive is largely consistent, offering a straightforward path through Indiana's landscape. While not explicitly scenic, the highway nature means you'll maintain good speeds for most of the 263.1 miles.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 41 is the longest continuous segment at about 157.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 41 and SR 63. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near Iowa Street.
Driving Effort7/10
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 263.1 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 1.8 miles (Iowa Street): Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (East 109th Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 3.6 miles (I 65 / Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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1.8 mi into trip|~4m in|Iowa Street
Turn right onto Iowa Street
Navigation decision point
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3 mi into trip|~7m in|East 109th Avenue
Keep slight right at fork onto East 109th Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
3.6 mi into trip|~9m in|I 65 / Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 65 / Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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31.5 mi into trip|~38m in
Take the exit toward SR 14: Winamac
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 220
Toward SR 14: Winamac
5
263.1 mi into trip|~5h 38m in
At end of road, turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 41
157.9 mi
3h 23m
SR 63
63.4 mi
1h 20m
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
27.9 mi
29m
State Road 14
9.2 mi
12m
Winfield Road
1.1 mi
2m
East 109th Avenue
0.9 mi
1m
East Walnut Street
0.7 mi
1m
Iowa Street
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
US 41
— 157.9 mi, about 3h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winfield, IN and Evansville, IN.
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Start on East 117th Avenue
0.2 mi·27 sec·East 117th Avenue
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Continue on Winfield Road
1.1 mi·2 min·Winfield Road
3
Continue on East 113th Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·East 113th Avenue
4
Turn right onto Iowa Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Iowa Street
5
Enter roundabout onto East 109th Avenue
175 ft·3 sec·East 109th Avenue
6
Continue on East 109th Avenue
0.4 mi·45 sec·East 109th Avenue
7
Enter roundabout onto East 109th Avenue
124 ft·2 sec·East 109th Avenue
8
Continue on East 109th Avenue
0.2 mi·27 sec·East 109th Avenue
9
Continue on East 109th Avenue
76 ft·2 sec·East 109th Avenue
10
Keep slight right at fork onto East 109th Avenue
0.2 mi·24 sec·East 109th Avenue
11
Continue on East 109th Avenue
136 ft·4 sec·East 109th Avenue
12
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·50 sec
Toward I 65 South: Indianapolis
13
Merge onto I 65
28 mi·29 min·Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.5 mi·46 sec
Exit 220Toward SR 14: WinamacUse the slight right lane.
15
Turn right onto SR 14
9.2 mi·12 min·State Road 14
16
Turn left onto US 41
26 mi·32 min·US 41
17
Keep slight left at fork onto US 41
22 mi·26 min·US 41
18
Continue on SR 63
63 mi·1 hr 20 min·SR 63
19
Continue on US 41
58 mi·1 hr 17 min·US 41
Use the straight lane.
20
Take the exit onto US 41; US 150
0.2 mi·28 sec·US 41; US 150
21
Merge onto US 41; US 50; US 150
0.9 mi·1 min·US 41; US 50; US 150
22
Keep slight right at fork onto US 41
52 mi·1 hr 4 min·US 41
23
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
0.7 mi·1 min·East Walnut Street
24
Turn right
332 ft·25 sec
25
At end of road, turn right
123 ft·9 sec
26
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 5-hour and 38-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Winfield to maximize daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic. With a single recommended stop, plan it strategically around the halfway point or before the longest stretch on US 41. The fuel cost is estimated at $40, so ensure your tank is full before leaving Winfield. Given the 263.1-mile distance, a brief stop for fuel and a stretch is likely sufficient to complete the journey to Evansville comfortably within one day.
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 131.6 miles from Winfield, IN, or about 2h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 157.9 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 58 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 131.6 miles or 2h 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Evansville, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Winfield, 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 Winfield, IN
This is one driving day of about 263.1 miles and 5h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Winfield, 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 US 41 for about 157.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 131.6 mi from Winfield, IN
· 2h 47m into the drive
The midpoint is around 131.6 miles from Winfield, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before US 41 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 157.9 miles.
Arriving in Evansville, IN
The final approach into Evansville, 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 Evansville, 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
George Rogers Clark National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The British flag would not be raised above Fort Sackville Feb. 25, 1779. At 10 A.M., the garrison surrendered to American Colonel George Rogers Clark. His American army, aided by French residents of t...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 208.7
Lake Michigan's might has influenced Indiana Dunes for millennia. Wind and waves have shaped the land, leaving a rich mosaic of habitats along these 15 miles of Indiana coast. Over 50 miles of trails...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$41.13 one way
$82.27 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg92 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$45.16
$90.32
premium
$4.89
$50.63
$101.26
diesel
$5.61
$58.09
$116.18
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 92.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
78.9
0
$27.63
$12.63
Efficient EV
65.8
0
$23.02
$10.52
EV Truck/SUV
105.2
1
$36.83
$16.84
Gas CO2
92 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 15, 2026
Origin
Winfield, IN
Evening
in Winfield on Thursday
Local time
5:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Evansville, IN
Evening
in Evansville on Thursday
Local time
5:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°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
26 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 38m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Winfield, IN to Evansville, IN covers 263.1 miles and takes about 5h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 41, SR 63, Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 131.6 miles from Winfield, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.13 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 263.1 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 1.8 miles (Iowa Street): Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (East 109th Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 3.6 miles (I 65 / Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Winfield, IN to Evansville, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Indiana Dunes National Park.
