How far is Smithville-Sanders, IN from Evansville, IN?
The driving distance from Smithville-Sanders, IN to Evansville, IN is about 117.7 miles (189.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 93.9 miles (151.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 50m 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 55m.
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.
City in Daviess County, Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Smithville-Sanders and Evansville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smithville-Sanders and Evansville.
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Start on the route
913 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto South Strain Ridge Road
1.4 km · 2 min · South Strain Ridge Road
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Turn left onto East Smithville Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · East Smithville Road
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Turn right
2.8 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 69 South: Evansville
1.3 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
103.7 mi · 1 hr 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Lynch Road
2078 ft · 40 sec
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Turn slight right
47 m · 4 sec
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Turn straight onto Lynch Road
152 m · 16 sec · Lynch Road
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Turn left onto North Burkhardt Road
2.5 mi · 5 min · North Burkhardt Road
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Turn right onto East Lloyd Expressway
3.9 mi · 4 min · East Lloyd Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 41 South
1073 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
1374 ft · 34 sec
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Turn right onto East Walnut Street
1.1 km · 1 min · East Walnut Street
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Turn right
101 m · 26 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right
37 m · 9 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Smithville-Sanders and Evansville.
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 69 South
Merge slight left
104 mi · 01h 51m
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.
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Smithville-Sanders and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Evansville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Smithville-Sanders to Evansville?
The road trip is about 117.7 miles (189.5 km) and usually takes 01h 55m 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?
Washington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59 miles from Smithville-Sanders and 58.7 miles from Evansville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.9 miles (151.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.8 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 2:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.07 one way or $32.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Smithville-Sanders and Evansville, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms around Smithville-Sanders and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Evansville.
Stop Ideas Near Washington
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Evansville, IN
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Smithville-Sanders and Evansville. Straight-line distance: 93.86 mi (151.06 km).
#1 Smithville-Sanders
This unincorporated community in Monroe County, Indiana, is nestled in the rolling hills and dense forests characteristic of southern Indiana.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.0596900, -86.5107700 |
| Altitude | - |
| Country | United States |
#2 Evansville
The second most populous city in Indiana.
| Population | 118,407 |
| Coordinates | 37.9747600, -87.5558500 |
| Altitude | 118 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-87.555857, 37.974553)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 189 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 28m |
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 | $3.86 | $16.07 | $32.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $18.53 | $37.07 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $20.75 | $41.50 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $27.54 | $55.09 |
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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