How far is Franklin, IN from Greenwood, IN?

Fastest route

The route from Franklin, Indiana 46131 to Greenwood, Indiana is approximately 10.1 miles and takes about 17 minutes via US 31 S.

Directions

  1. Head west on E Jefferson St toward N Main St (0.5 mi).
  2. Turn right onto Mortan St/N Morton St/US 31 S. Continue to follow US 31 S. Pass by White Castle (on the right in 0.8 mi) (8.9 mi).
  3. Turn right onto S Madison Ave (0.1 mi).
  4. At the traffic circle, take the 1st exit onto County Rd 900 N/W Smith Valley Rd (167 ft).
  5. Turn left onto S Meridian St (0.5 mi).
  6. Turn left onto West Main Street (92 ft).
  7. Arrive at Greenwood, Indiana.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Ensure you have enough fuel for the journey.
  • ⚠️ Pay attention to road signs and traffic signals.
  • 🛣️ Follow the directions provided to stay on the correct route.
  • ⏱️ Consider traffic conditions for possible delays.
  • 🗺️ Use a GPS or navigation app for real-time guidance.
  • 📱 Keep your phone charged in case you need to make emergency calls or access maps.
  • 🚦 Observe speed limits and drive safely.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
76.76 mi
01h 27m
Flight
54.61 mi
87.88 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
54.61 mi
Kilometers
87.88 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
76.76 mi
Kilometers
123.54 km
Drive Time
01h 27m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 27m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Greenwood
Fri, Apr 17, 8:20 AM EDT
Return by in Franklin
Fri, Apr 17, 9:47 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Franklin
2026-04-17T06:52
Arrive Greenwood
Fri, Apr 17, 8:20 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 27m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:28 AM to 11:28 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:34 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Franklin
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Riley
IN

Human settlement in Vigo County, Indiana, United States of America

From Franklin
33.6 mi
00h 43m
To Greenwood
43.2 mi
00h 43m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
80°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 7 mph SSE
Destination
84°F
Friday

Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 10 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Franklin and Greenwood.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Franklin and Greenwood.

  1. 1

    Start on Nobblett Road

    2865 ft · 2 min · Nobblett Road

  2. 2

    Continue on East 300 North Road

    6.7 mi · 16 min · East 300 North Road

  3. 3

    Turn slight left onto Hillsboro Road

    3123 ft · 1 min · Hillsboro Road

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Hillsboro Road

    1.4 mi · 3 min · Hillsboro Road

  5. 5

    Turn right onto East 150 N

    1 km · 2 min · East 150 N

  6. 6

    Turn left

    1.6 mi · 3 min

  7. 7

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Broad Street

    1.4 km · 1 min · Broad Street

  8. 8

    Turn left onto South Memorial Drive

    5.8 mi · 9 min · South Memorial Drive

  9. 9

    Take the ramp slight right

    2368 ft · 58 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    32.7 mi · 36 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward I 465 South, I 465 North

    1463 ft · 26 sec

  12. 12

    Keep slight left to continue on I 465 South

    1 mi · 2 min

  13. 13

    Merge slight left

    4.4 mi · 5 min

  14. 14

    Continue straight

    2.3 mi · 3 min

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward Emerson Avenue

    1296 ft · 32 sec

  16. 16

    Keep slight left

    1069 ft · 28 sec

  17. 17

    Turn straight onto South Emerson Avenue

    4.6 mi · 7 min · South Emerson Avenue

  18. 18

    Turn right onto East County Line Road South

    1.3 mi · 2 min · East County Line Road South

  19. 19

    Turn left onto North Meridian Street

    1.5 mi · 3 min · North Meridian Street

  20. 20

    Turn right onto Main Street West

    29 m · 2 sec · Main Street West

  21. 21

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street West

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Franklin and Greenwood.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
21 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
27.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
South Memorial Drive
39 mi · 51%
I 465 South
8.09 mi · 11%
East 300 North Road
6.68 mi · 9%
South Emerson Avenue
4.62 mi · 6%
Hillsboro Road
1.98 mi · 3%
North Meridian Street
1.52 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

South Memorial Drive

Merge slight left

32.7 mi · 00h 36m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 27m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 56m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+22.1 mi
54.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Riley
00h 43m from Franklin
Leave By
3:34 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Franklin and Sunny near Greenwood.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Franklin to Greenwood?

The road trip is about 76.7 miles (123.5 km) and usually takes 01h 27m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Riley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.6 miles from Franklin and 43.2 miles from Greenwood.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 54.6 miles (87.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:34 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.22 one way or $20.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Franklin and Sunny near Greenwood.

Stop Ideas Near Riley

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Riley, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Riley.

RAIL

Indianapolis Union Station

37 mi away
350 South Illinois Street
RAIL

Connersville station

53 mi away
1012 Eastern Avenue
RAIL

Crawfordsville

104 mi away
Spring and Green Streets
BUS

Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana

105 mi away
1000 Smith Ave

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Franklin and Greenwood. Straight-line distance: 54.61 mi (87.88 km).

Franklin

#1 Franklin

City in Johnson County, Indiana, United States

Population1,228
Coordinates39.9739400, -85.1910800
Altitude335
CountryUnited States
Greenwood

#2 Greenwood

The most populous city in Johnson County, Indiana.

Population60,279
Coordinates39.6136600, -86.1066500
Altitude245
CountryUnited States
Start: Nobblett Road (-85.191079, 39.974017)
End: Main Street West (-86.106655, 39.613734)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 124 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 33m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 55m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 32m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 16m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 05m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 57m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.71 gal
10.25 L · about $10.22
Round trip
$20.44
5.42 gal · 20.5 L
Estimated CO2
24.1 kg one way
Round trip: 48.2 kg / 106 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $10.22 $20.44
Mid-grade $4.25 $11.53 $23.05
Premium $4.65 $12.61 $25.22
Diesel $5.30 $14.37 $28.75

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Indiana · Apr 17, 2026

There is no time difference between Franklin and Greenwood. The current time is 06:52:27.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.