Evansville to Merrillville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

242.6 miles 390.5 km · straight line
303.3 miles estimated 488.1 km · driving distance
6h 6min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
3° N bearing direction

How far is Evansville from Merrillville?

The distance from Evansville to Merrillville is 242.6 miles (390.5 km) as the crow flies. Merrillville is located N of Evansville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 303.3 miles, taking about 6h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee.

Coordinates come from public place data for Evansville and Merrillville. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Evansville to Merrillville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 6min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 19min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 48min $36–$106* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Evansville & Merrillville

Quick Facts

Evansville
37.97°N, 87.56°W
America/Chicago
118m elevation
Merrillville
41.48°N, 87.33°W
America/Chicago
200m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients