How far is Patoka, IN from Greenwood, IN?
The driving distance from Patoka, IN to Greenwood, IN is about 155.5 miles (250.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 115.1 miles (185.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 35m.
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.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Patoka and Greenwood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Patoka and Greenwood.
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Start on Main Street
2827 ft · 57 sec · Main Street
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Turn right
19.8 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 50 East, US 150 East: Washington
2247 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left
21.4 mi · 25 min
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Turn left
2424 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
93.3 mi · 1 hr 41 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Smith Valley Road
1648 ft · 45 sec
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Turn slight right onto West Smith Valley Road
560 ft · 23 sec · West Smith Valley Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Smith Valley Road
46 m · 8 sec · West Smith Valley Road
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Exit the roundabout onto West Smith Valley Road
3.1 mi · 5 min · West Smith Valley Road
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Turn left onto County Road 300 West
2669 ft · 52 sec · County Road 300 West
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Turn right onto Main Street West
1 mi · 2 min · Main Street West
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Main Street West
26 m · 2 sec · Main Street West
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Exit the roundabout onto Main Street West
1.6 km · 2 min · Main Street West
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Main Street West
31 m · 2 sec · Main Street West
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Exit the roundabout onto Main Street West
1.2 km · 1 min · 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 Patoka and Greenwood.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 50 East
Merge slight left
93.3 mi · 01h 41m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Patoka and Mostly Sunny near Greenwood.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Patoka to Greenwood?
The road trip is about 155.5 miles (250.3 km) and usually takes 02h 35m 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?
Crane is a useful midpoint, sitting about 71.3 miles from Patoka and 84.2 miles from Greenwood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 115.1 miles (185.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.4 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:20 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.91 one way or $41.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.8 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Patoka and Greenwood, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Patoka and Mostly Sunny near Greenwood.
Stop Ideas Near Crane
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 Crane.
Indianapolis Union Station
Evansville, IN
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Patoka and Greenwood. Straight-line distance: 115.13 mi (185.28 km).
#1 Patoka
Township in Gibson County, Indiana
| Population | 784 |
| Coordinates | 38.4069900, -87.5855800 |
| Altitude | 133 |
| 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: 250 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 56m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.81 | $20.91 | $41.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.39 | $24.10 | $48.20 |
| Premium | $4.92 | $27.02 | $54.03 |
| Diesel | $6.76 | $37.08 | $74.17 |
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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