Origin
Alaska, IN
Afternoon in Alaska on Thursday
Local time
1:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alaska, IN to Carmel, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
57.3 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alaska, IN
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Carmel, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Alaska, IN to Carmel, IN covers 57.3 miles and takes about 1h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Wilson Road, Awbrey Road, North Craver Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.96 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 57.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 27m drive with frequent turns across 57.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 39 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Wilson Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Alaska, IN to Carmel, IN is easy. At 1h 27m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Alaska, IN to Carmel, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Wilson Road | — | — |
| Awbrey Road | — | — |
| North Craver Road | — | — |
| West Belle Union Road | — | — |
| North Little Point Road | — | — |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | — | — |
| I 465 | — | — |
| I 465 North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North Wilson Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alaska, IN and Carmel, IN.
1
Start on Lewisville Road
0.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Lewisville Road
2
Turn left onto North Wilson Road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Wilson Road
3
Turn left onto Awbrey Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Awbrey Road
4
Continue on North Craver Road
1.1 mi
·
4 min
·
North Craver Road
5
Continue straight
3.0 mi
·
5 min
6
Continue straight
1.2 mi
·
2 min
7
Continue on West Belle Union Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Belle Union Road
8
Turn left onto North Little Point Road
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
North Little Point Road
9
Take the ramp right
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
10
Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
18 mi
·
19 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 465, I 74
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
I 465, I 74
12
Keep slight right to continue on I 465, I 74
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
I 465, I 74
13
Keep slight left to continue on I 465 North, I 74 West: Peoria
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 465 North, I 74 West: Peoria
14
Merge slight left
5.5 mi
·
6 min
15
Keep slight left
14 mi
·
17 min
16
Take the exit slight right toward US 31 North: Meridian Street South, Westfield, Kokomo
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
US 31 North: Meridian Street South, Westfield, Kokomo
17
Keep slight right to continue on US 31 North: Westfield, Kokomo
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 31 North: Westfield, Kokomo
18
Keep slight left to continue on US 31 North: Westfield, Kokomo
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
US 31 North: Westfield, Kokomo
19
Merge slight left onto North Meridian Street
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
North Meridian Street
20
Take the exit slight right toward Old Meridan Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Old Meridan Street
21
Turn straight onto Old Meridian Street
492 ft
·
14 sec
·
Old Meridian Street
22
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Old Meridian Street
210 ft
·
12 sec
·
Old Meridian Street
23
Exit the roundabout onto Old Meridian Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Old Meridian Street
24
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Old Meridian Street
108 ft
·
6 sec
·
Old Meridian Street
25
Exit the roundabout onto Old Meridian Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Old Meridian Street
26
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Old Meridian Street
112 ft
·
7 sec
·
Old Meridian Street
27
Exit the roundabout onto Old Meridian Street
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Old Meridian Street
28
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward West Main Street
75 ft
·
4 sec
·
West Main Street
29
Exit the roundabout onto West Main Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Main Street
30
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Main Street
121 ft
·
7 sec
·
West Main Street
31
Exit the roundabout onto West Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
32
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Main Street
69 ft
·
4 sec
·
West Main Street
33
Exit the roundabout onto West Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
34
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Main Street
89 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Main Street
35
Exit the roundabout onto East Main Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
East Main Street
36
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
108 ft
·
3 sec
·
the route
37
Exit the roundabout
66 ft
·
1 sec
38
Turn straight onto East Main Street
23 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Main Street
39
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.7 mi from Alaska, IN · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.7 miles from Alaska, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Carmel, IN
The final approach into Carmel, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.96 one way
$17.92 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.84 | $19.67 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.03 | $22.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.65 | $25.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.02 | $2.75 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.02 | $3.67 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Carmel, IN
Afternoon in Carmel on Thursday
Local time
1:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 27m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Alaska, IN to Carmel, IN covers 57.3 miles and takes about 1h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Wilson Road, Awbrey Road, North Craver Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.7 miles from Alaska, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.96 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Alaska, IN to Carmel, IN is easy. At 1h 27m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Alaska, IN to Carmel, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Alaska, IN to Carmel, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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