How far is Clayton, IN from Greenwood, IN?
Fastest route
The route from Clayton, Indiana 46118, USA to Greenwood, Indiana, USA takes approximately 49 minutes and covers a distance of 30.3 miles. The directions involve multiple turns and road transitions.
Directions
- Head south toward Kentucky St.
- Follow IN-39 S to County Rd 1000 S.
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto IN-39 S/Kentucky St.
- Continue to follow IN-39 S, then turn left onto IN-39 S/Market St.
- Turn right onto IN-39 S/Morgan St, and continue to follow IN-39 S.
- Take W Greencastle Rd to IN-42 E/E High St in Mooresville.
- Turn left onto County Rd 1000 S, then continue onto W Greencastle Rd.
- Turn right onto S Indiana St.
- Follow E S R 144, IN-144 E, and I-69 to County Rd 900 N/W Smith Valley Rd in White River Township.
- Turn left onto IN-42 E/E High St.
- At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit and stay on E S R 144.
- Use the left lane to turn slightly right to stay on IN-144 E.
- At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto the I-69 ramp.
- Follow County Rd 900 N/W Smith Valley Rd to West Main Street in Greenwood.
- Turn right onto County Rd 900 N/W Smith Valley Rd.
- Pass by Hertz Car Rental - Greenwood - South State Road 135 HLE (on the left in 3.2 mi).
- At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit and stay on County Rd 900 N/W Smith Valley Rd.
- Continue straight to stay on County Rd 900 N/W Smith Valley Rd.
- Continue straight past Steak 'n Shake to stay on County Rd 900 N/W Smith Valley Rd.
- Continue straight to stay on County Rd 900 N/W Smith Valley Rd.
- At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit and stay on County Rd 900 N/W Smith Valley Rd.
- Turn left onto S Meridian St.
- Turn left onto West Main Street.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 It's recommended to follow the given route for the most efficient and accurate directions.
- ⏱️ Allow for additional travel time based on traffic conditions.
- 🗺️ Familiarize yourself with the roads and intersections mentioned in the directions.
- 🛣️ Pay attention to road signs and follow the specified turns and transitions.
- ⛽ Make sure to have enough fuel for the journey.
- 📍 Use a GPS navigation system or map application to assist with the route.
- 🚦 Observe traffic regulations and exercise caution while driving.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 44m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Wayne Township, Marion County, Indiana
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clayton and Greenwood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clayton and Greenwood.
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Start on the route
53 m · 15 sec
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Turn right onto Michigan Street
51 m · 9 sec · Michigan Street
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3
Turn right onto Pennsylvania Street
76 m · 16 sec · Pennsylvania Street
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Turn left onto Kentucky Street
2 mi · 3 min · Kentucky Street
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Turn slight right onto Morgan Street
113 m · 6 sec · Morgan Street
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Turn left onto Old National Road
4 mi · 6 min · Old National Road
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Continue on West Main Street
4.2 mi · 7 min · West Main Street
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Continue on West Washington Street
4.5 mi · 7 min · West Washington Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 465 South, I 74 East
2783 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
8.9 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 31 South: East Street
1612 ft · 41 sec
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Turn right onto South East Street
6.3 mi · 10 min · South East Street
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Turn left onto Main Street West
2629 ft · 54 sec · Main Street West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Clayton and Greenwood.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
I 465 South
Merge slight left
8.85 mi · 00h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Clayton and Sunny near Greenwood.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clayton to Greenwood?
The road trip is about 33.8 miles (54.4 km) and usually takes 00h 44m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Speedway is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.7 miles from Clayton and 18.1 miles from Greenwood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.7 miles (36.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.49 one way or $8.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Clayton and Sunny near Greenwood.
Stop Ideas Near Speedway
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Avon Town Hall Park
Woodruff Place Town Hall
City Centre
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Speedway.
Indianapolis Union Station
Crawfordsville
Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana
Lafayette station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clayton and Greenwood. Straight-line distance: 22.73 mi (36.58 km).
#1 Clayton
Town in Indiana, United States
| Population | 1,032 |
| Coordinates | 39.6892100, -86.5225000 |
| Altitude | 267 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Greenwood
The most populous city in Johnson County, Indiana.
| Population | 60,279 |
| Coordinates | 39.6136600, -86.1066500 |
| Altitude | 245 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street West (-86.106655, 39.613734)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 54 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $4.49 | $8.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.06 | $10.12 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.54 | $11.08 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.31 | $12.62 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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