Trip from Alaska, IN to Frankton, IN

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

2h 1m

Distance

82.6 mi

133 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

23 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min

4 AM

1h 53m ★

6 AM

2h 2m

8 AM

2h 19m

10 AM

2h 8m

12 PM

2h 6m

3 PM

2h 9m

5 PM

2h 18m

8 PM

1h 57m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Frankton, IN

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Trip Overview

The drive from Alaska, IN to Frankton, IN covers 82.6 miles and takes about 2h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, IN-37, SR 37 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 31.3 miles on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.91 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

41.3 miles from Alaska, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 1m. Total distance: 82.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (39%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

The drive from Alaska, IN to Frankton, IN covers 82.6 miles and takes about 2h 1m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Dwight D Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 31.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9 miles in near I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 82.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 9 miles (I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 42.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 55 miles (SR 37 / IN-37): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 18 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

9 mi into trip | ~22m in | I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway

Merge onto I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

42.7 mi into trip | ~1h 4m in

Take the exit toward North Keystone Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Exit 85B Toward North Keystone Avenue

55 mi into trip | ~1h 24m in | SR 37 / IN-37

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37 / IN-37 toward SR 37 North: 116th Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 205 Toward SR 37 North: 116th Street

82.3 mi into trip | ~2h 1m in | SR 128 / Center Road

Turn left onto SR 128 / Center Road

Navigation decision point

82.4 mi into trip | ~2h 1m in | SR 128 / West Sigler Street

Turn right onto SR 128 / West Sigler Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway	31.3 mi	37m
IN-37	13.7 mi	18m
SR 37	9.3 mi	11m
Binford Boulevard	6.4 mi	9m
SR 42	4.2 mi	7m
800 North	4 mi	7m
I 69	2.8 mi	3m
North Keystone Avenue	2.7 mi	5m

Longest stretch: Dwight D Eisenhower Highway — 31.3 mi, about 37m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Alaska, IN and Frankton, IN.

Start on Lewisville Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Lewisville Road

Turn left onto North Wilson Road

1.0 mi · 3 min · North Wilson Road

Turn left onto Awbrey Road

0.4 mi · 1 min · Awbrey Road

Continue on North Craver Road

1.1 mi · 4 min · North Craver Road

Continue on SR 42

3.0 mi · 5 min · SR 42

Continue on SR 42

1.2 mi · 2 min · SR 42

Continue on SR 42

1.2 mi · 2 min · West Belle Union Road

Turn left onto North Little Point Road

0.3 mi · 46 sec · North Little Point Road

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 39 sec

Merge onto I 70

31 mi · 37 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70

2.3 mi · 3 min · I 70

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 37 sec

Exit 85B Toward North Keystone Avenue Use the right lane.

Turn slight right onto North Rural Street

171 ft · 4 sec · North Rural Street

Continue on North Keystone Avenue

2.7 mi · 5 min · North Keystone Avenue

Turn right onto East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive

0.2 mi · 20 sec · East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive

Continue on Binford Boulevard

6.4 mi · 9 min · Binford Boulevard

Use the right lane.

Merge onto I 69

2.8 mi · 3 min · I 69

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37

3.4 mi · 4 min · IN-37

Exit 205 Toward SR 37 North: 116th Street Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto SR 37

0.6 mi · 56 sec · IN-37

Keep slight left at fork onto SR 37

9.7 mi · 13 min · IN-37

Enter roundabout onto SR 37

93 ft · 1 sec · SR 37

Continue on SR 37

9.3 mi · 11 min · SR 37

Turn right onto SR 128

4.0 mi · 7 min · 800 North

At end of road, turn left onto SR 128

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Highland Avenue

Turn right onto SR 128

0.2 mi · 27 sec · West Plum Street

Turn left onto SR 128

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Center Road

Turn right onto SR 128

0.2 mi · 16 sec · West Sigler Street

Arrive at destination

SR 128

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.

The halfway point lands around 41.3 miles from Alaska, IN, or about 1h 2m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.3 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 18 miles or 33m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 41.3 miles or 1h 2m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 44m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Frankton, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Alaska, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Alaska, IN

This is one driving day of about 82.6 miles and 2h 1m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Alaska, IN.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway for about 31.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 41.3 mi from Alaska, IN · 1h 2m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Indianapolis, IN

41 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

Miller, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Indianapolis, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 41.3 miles from Alaska, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Frankton, IN

The final approach into Frankton, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Frankton, IN.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Namaste Biryani Indian Restaurant (Takeout/Delivery)

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Indianapolis, Indiana

Around the midpoint, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 41.3

Hours: 11 am–3 pm

+13176696848

Visit website

Super Pollo Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Indianapolis, Indiana

1.4 mi

The Capital Grille

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Indianapolis, Indiana

1.7 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Good Vibes Cafe Indy

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Indianapolis, Indiana

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 41.3

Hours: 8:30 am–7 pm

+14632022117

Visit website

Georgia Street Grind

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Indianapolis, Indiana

1.9 mi

Founders Grounds Coffee Company

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Speedway, Indiana

2.8 mi

Namaste Biryani Indian Restaurant (Takeout/Delivery)

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 41.3

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–3 pm

+13176696848

Visit website

Super Pollo Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 53.1

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm

+13175372478

Visit website

The Capital Grille

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour Very expen mile 41.3

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm

+13174238790

Visit website

Bugambilias Mexican Cuisine

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 53.1

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13175165978

Visit website

Five Guys

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 41.3

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+13173533422

Visit website

Denny's Restaurant

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 53.1

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13178494867

Visit website

Honest Indianapolis Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 53.1

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13178272137

Visit website

Tacos Toluca

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 53.1

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+14632445372

Visit website

Good Vibes Cafe Indy

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 41.3

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 8:30 am–7 pm

+14632022117

Visit website

Georgia Street Grind

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 41.3

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+13173719949

Visit website

Founders Grounds Coffee Company

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 35.4

Speedway, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+13179815358

Visit website

Capstone Cafe & Bookstore

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 59

Carmel, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13175669132

Visit website

Indy with Kids

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 41.3

Indianapolis, IN

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13174555289

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.91 one way

$25.83 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 29 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$14.18	$28.36
premium	$4.89	$15.90	$31.79
diesel	$5.61	$18.24	$36.47

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 28.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

23 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

The Amp at 16 Tech - Tesla Supercharger

Indianapolis, IN

Tesla

16 DCFC

Target - Tesla Supercharger

Indianapolis, IN

Tesla

16 DCFC

Circle K - Tesla Supercharger

Indianapolis, IN

Tesla

12 DCFC

Plaza Garage - Tesla Supercharger

Indianapolis, IN

Tesla

12 DCFC

GetGo Cafe & Market - Tesla Supercharger

Speedway, IN

Tesla

8 DCFC

La Quinta South Indianapolis - Tesla Supercharger

Indianapolis, IN

Tesla

8 DCFC

Walmart 5443 (Indianapolis, IN)

Indianapolis, IN

Electrify America

8 DCFC

Flying J Travel Center 649

Indianapolis, IN

eVgo Network

6 DCFC

Tesla: 6 Non-Networked: 4 Electrify America: 3 EV Connect: 2 eVgo Network: 2 ChargePoint Network: 2 Blink Network: 1 LOOP: 1 FORD_CHARGE: 1 CHARGELAB: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	24.8	$8.67	$3.96
Efficient EV	20.7	$7.23	$3.30
EV Truck/SUV	33	$11.56	$5.29

Gas CO2

29 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Alaska, IN

Evening in Alaska on Thursday

Local time

6:15 PM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Frankton, IN

Evening in Frankton on Thursday

Local time

6:15 PM

EDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

20 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 1m 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 Frankton, IN covers 82.6 miles and takes about 2h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, IN-37, SR 37. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 41.3 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 $12.91 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 route from Alaska, IN to Frankton, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Alaska, IN to Frankton, IN

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Frankton, IN

Nearby Places

Namaste Biryani Indian Restaurant (Takeout/Delivery)

Good Vibes Cafe Indy

Namaste Biryani Indian Restaurant (Takeout/Delivery)

Super Pollo Restaurant

The Capital Grille

Bugambilias Mexican Cuisine

Five Guys

Denny's Restaurant

Honest Indianapolis Restaurant

Tacos Toluca

Good Vibes Cafe Indy

Georgia Street Grind

Founders Grounds Coffee Company

Capstone Cafe & Bookstore

Indy with Kids

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

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Frankton, IN

Same local time

20 degrees cooler at arrival

2h 1m on the road

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