How far is Progress, IN from Eaton, IN?
The driving distance from Progress, IN to Eaton, IN is about 21.3 miles (34.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16 miles (25.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 25m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
County seat of Delaware County, Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain
Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Progress and Eaton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Progress and Eaton.
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Start on South 300 W
1.4 km · 3 min · South 300 W
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At the end of the road, turn right
11.5 mi · 16 min
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Turn straight
7.8 mi · 11 min
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Turn right onto East Eaton-Albany Pike
1069 ft · 29 sec · East Eaton-Albany Pike
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Continue on West Indiana Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · West Indiana Avenue
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Turn left onto South Meridian Street
731 ft · 32 sec · South Meridian Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Meridian Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Progress and Eaton.
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.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn right
11.5 mi · 00h 16m
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.
Chance Light Rain leaving Progress and Showers And Thunderstorms near Eaton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Progress to Eaton?
The road trip is about 21.3 miles (34.3 km) and usually takes 00h 25m 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?
Muncie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.6 miles from Progress and 10.7 miles from Eaton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16 miles (25.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.3 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 7:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.83 one way or $5.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Progress and Showers And Thunderstorms near Eaton.
Stop Ideas Near Muncie
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Daleville Town Hall Park and Splash Pad
City of Muncie
Housing Authority
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Muncie.
Connersville station
Indianapolis Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Progress and Eaton. Straight-line distance: 15.95 mi (25.67 km).
#1 Progress
Progress is a place in Indiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.1203200, -85.4424700 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Eaton
Human settlement in Delaware County, Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 1,726 |
| Coordinates | 40.3403200, -85.3508000 |
| Altitude | 277 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Meridian Street (-85.350718, 40.34032)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 34 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.83 | $5.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.19 | $6.38 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.49 | $6.98 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.98 | $7.96 |
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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