How far is Greenwood, IN from Scottsburg, IN?
The driving distance from Greenwood, IN to Scottsburg, IN is about 73 miles (117.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 66.6 miles (107.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 22m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
The most populous city in Bartholomew County, Indiana.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Greenwood and Scottsburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenwood and Scottsburg.
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Start on Main Street West
1.7 mi · 3 min · Main Street West
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Take the ramp right toward I 65 South
1704 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
69.7 mi · 1 hr 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 56 East: Scottsburg
1197 ft · 41 sec
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Turn straight onto West McClain Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · West McClain Avenue
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Turn right onto East Railroad Street
108 m · 21 sec · East Railroad Street
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Turn left onto West Wardell Street
80 m · 17 sec · West Wardell Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
91 m · 13 sec · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Greenwood and Scottsburg.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 65 South
Merge slight left
69.7 mi · 01h 15m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Sunny leaving Greenwood and Sunny near Scottsburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Greenwood to Scottsburg?
The road trip is about 73 miles (117.5 km) and usually takes 01h 22m 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?
Columbus is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36.5 miles from Greenwood and 36.5 miles from Scottsburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 66.6 miles (107.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.4 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 3:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.73 one way or $19.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Greenwood and Sunny near Scottsburg.
Stop Ideas Near Columbus
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Columbus.
Indianapolis Union Station
Connersville station
Louisville, Kentucky
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Greenwood and Scottsburg. Straight-line distance: 66.6 mi (107.19 km).
#1 Greenwood
The most populous city in Johnson County, Indiana.
| Population | 60,279 |
| Coordinates | 39.6136600, -86.1066500 |
| Altitude | 245 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Scottsburg
County seat in Indiana
| Population | 6,674 |
| Coordinates | 38.6856100, -85.7702500 |
| Altitude | 172 |
| Country | United States |
End: Scottsburg (-85.77025, 38.68561)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 118 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 54m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $9.73 | $19.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.97 | $21.95 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.01 | $24.01 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.68 | $27.37 |
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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