How far is Spencer, IN from Greenwood, IN?

Fastest route

The route from Spencer, Indiana 47460, USA to Greenwood, Indiana, USA takes approximately 1 hour and 1 minute, covering a distance of 48.5 miles. The fastest route currently available avoids road closures on West Main Street.

Directions

  1. Start by heading north on N Main St toward E Morgan St.
  2. Follow the route by taking US-231 N, IN-67 N, and I-69 to County Rd 900 N/W Smith Valley Rd in White River Township.
  3. Turn right at the first cross street onto E Morgan St, then left onto US-231 N/Fletcher Ave.
  4. Continue on US-231 N, then turn right onto IN-39 S/Indiana 39 Byp S.
  5. Make a left onto W Morgan St, followed by a right onto Reuben Dr.
  6. Merge left onto I-69 and continue until you reach County Rd 900 N/W Smith Valley Rd.
  7. Turn right onto County Rd 900 N/W Smith Valley Rd and proceed straight, passing Hertz Car Rental.
  8. At the traffic circle, take the second exit to stay on County Rd 900 N/W Smith Valley Rd.
  9. Continue straight, passing Steak 'n Shake, to remain on County Rd 900 N/W Smith Valley Rd.
  10. Continue straight until you reach another traffic circle. Take the second exit to stay on County Rd 900 N/W Smith Valley Rd.
  11. Finally, turn left onto S Meridian St, then left again onto West Main Street.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Make sure to follow the road signs and obey traffic rules.
  • ⚠️ Check for any updated road closures or construction before starting your journey.
  • ⛽ Consider refueling your vehicle before the trip to ensure you have enough gas.
  • 📱 Use navigation apps or a GPS device to assist you during the journey.
  • 🍽️ If you need to take a break or grab a meal, there are various dining options available along the route.
  • 🛣️ Be prepared for potential traffic congestion, especially during peak travel times.
  • 🕑 Allow for extra time in case of unexpected delays or detours.
Trip Tools

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.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
51.19 mi
01h 08m
Flight
41.65 mi
67.03 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
41.65 mi
Kilometers
67.03 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
51.19 mi
Kilometers
82.39 km
Drive Time
01h 08m

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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 01h 08m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Greenwood
Tue, May 12, 10:26 PM EDT
Return by in Spencer
Tue, May 12, 11:35 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Spencer
2026-05-12T21:17
Arrive Greenwood
Tue, May 12, 10:26 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 08m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:09 AM to 11:09 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:12 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Spencer
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Martinsville
IN

City in Morgan County, Indiana

From Spencer
24.2 mi
00h 34m
To Greenwood
27 mi
00h 34m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
78°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
1 to 10 mph SSE
Destination
77°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 16 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Spencer and Greenwood.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Spencer and Greenwood.

  1. 1

    Start on North Main Street

    140 m · 17 sec · North Main Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto East North Street

    1735 ft · 55 sec · East North Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Fletcher Avenue

    1286 ft · 37 sec · Fletcher Avenue

  4. 4

    Continue on US Highway 231

    5.1 mi · 8 min · US Highway 231

  5. 5

    Turn right

    43 m · 6 sec

  6. 6

    Turn right onto State Road 67

    17 mi · 24 min · State Road 67

  7. 7

    Turn right onto State Road 39

    1.5 km · 2 min · State Road 39

  8. 8

    Turn left onto West Morgan Street

    2 mi · 6 min · West Morgan Street

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Reuben Drive

    1955 ft · 43 sec · Reuben Drive

  10. 10

    Continue on State Road 44

    629 ft · 16 sec · State Road 44

  11. 11

    Take the ramp left toward I 69 North: Indianapolis

    2573 ft · 1 min

  12. 12

    Merge slight left

    15 mi · 16 min

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward Smith Valley Road

    1648 ft · 46 sec

  14. 14

    Turn slight right onto West Smith Valley Road

    560 ft · 24 sec · West Smith Valley Road

  15. 15

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Smith Valley Road

    46 m · 8 sec · West Smith Valley Road

  16. 16

    Exit the roundabout onto West Smith Valley Road

    3.1 mi · 5 min · West Smith Valley Road

  17. 17

    Turn left onto County Road 300 West

    2669 ft · 52 sec · County Road 300 West

  18. 18

    Turn right onto Main Street West

    1 mi · 2 min · Main Street West

  19. 19

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Main Street West

    26 m · 2 sec · Main Street West

  20. 20

    Exit the roundabout onto Main Street West

    1.6 km · 2 min · Main Street West

  21. 21

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Main Street West

    31 m · 2 sec · Main Street West

  22. 22

    Exit the roundabout onto Main Street West

    1.2 km · 1 min · Main Street West

  23. 23

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street West

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Spencer and Greenwood.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
23 steps
16 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
9
1 merges, 8 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
44.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
State Road 67
17 mi · 33%
I 69 North
15.5 mi · 30%
US Highway 231
5.06 mi · 10%
West Smith Valley Road
3.19 mi · 6%
Main Street West
2.78 mi · 5%
West Morgan Street
2.02 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

State Road 67

Turn right onto State Road 67

17 mi · 00h 24m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 08m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 18m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.6 mi
41.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Martinsville
00h 34m from Spencer
Leave By
4:12 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Spencer and Sunny near Greenwood.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Spencer to Greenwood?

The road trip is about 51.2 miles (82.4 km) and usually takes 01h 08m 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?

Martinsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.2 miles from Spencer and 27 miles from Greenwood.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 41.6 miles (67 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.6 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 4:12 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.83 one way or $13.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Spencer and Sunny near Greenwood.

Stop Ideas Near Martinsville

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Martinsville, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Martinsville.

RAIL

Indianapolis Union Station

44 mi away
350 South Illinois Street
RAIL

Crawfordsville

80 mi away
Spring and Green Streets
BUS

Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana

83 mi away
1000 Smith Ave
RAIL

Connersville station

114 mi away
1012 Eastern Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Spencer and Greenwood. Straight-line distance: 41.65 mi (67.03 km).

Spencer

#1 Spencer

Town in Washington Township, Owen County, Indiana, United States

Population2,262
Coordinates39.2867100, -86.7625100
Altitude171
CountryUnited States
Greenwood

#2 Greenwood

The most populous city in Johnson County, Indiana.

Population60,279
Coordinates39.6136600, -86.1066500
Altitude245
CountryUnited States
Start: North Main Street (-86.762556, 39.286709)
End: Main Street West (-86.106655, 39.613734)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 82 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 42m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 16m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 01m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 51m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 43m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 38m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.81 gal
6.84 L · about $6.83
Round trip
$13.65
3.62 gal · 13.68 L
Estimated CO2
16.1 kg one way
Round trip: 32.2 kg / 71 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $6.83 $13.65
Mid-grade $4.25 $7.70 $15.40
Premium $4.65 $8.42 $16.85
Diesel $5.30 $9.60 $19.20

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Indiana · May 13, 2026

There is no time difference between Spencer and Greenwood. The current time is 21:17:31.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.