How far is Rockport, IN from Charlestown, IN?
The driving distance from Rockport, IN to Charlestown, IN is about 106.3 miles (171.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 84.6 miles (136.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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.
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 07m.
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.
Town in Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Widespread Frost then Sunny
Areas Of Frost
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rockport and Charlestown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rockport and Charlestown.
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Start on South 5th Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · South 5th Street
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Continue straight
2491 ft · 47 sec
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Take the exit left
2503 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto County Road 100
20.8 mi · 26 min · County Road 100
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Take the exit right
3135 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
64.5 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 265 East, SR 62 East
6.4 mi · 8 min
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Continue straight
2.8 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 62: Jeffersonville, Charlestown
1337 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight left
99 m · 6 sec
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Turn slight right
7.3 mi · 11 min
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Turn left onto Market Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Market Street
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Turn left onto County Road 403
11 m · 1 sec · County Road 403
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 403
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rockport and Charlestown.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
County Road 100
Merge slight left
64.5 mi · 01h 10m
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.
Widespread Frost then Sunny leaving Rockport and Areas Of Frost near Charlestown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rockport to Charlestown?
The road trip is about 106.3 miles (171.1 km) and usually takes 02h 07m 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?
Sulphur Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.1 miles from Rockport and 53.3 miles from Charlestown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 84.6 miles (136.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.7 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 2:16 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.66 one way or $27.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Rockport and Charlestown, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Sunny around Rockport and Areas Of Frost near Charlestown.
Stop Ideas Near Sulphur Springs
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 Sulphur Springs.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rockport and Charlestown. Straight-line distance: 84.64 mi (136.21 km).
#1 Rockport
Rockport is a place in Indiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.8831100, -87.0494400 |
| Altitude | 134 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Charlestown
City in Clark County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 8,544 |
| Coordinates | 38.4531200, -85.6702400 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
End: Charlestown (-85.67024, 38.45312)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 171 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 19m |
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 | $3.64 | $13.66 | $27.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.94 | $31.88 |
| Premium | $4.79 | $17.95 | $35.89 |
| Diesel | $6.65 | $24.95 | $49.89 |
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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