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Trip from Alaska, IN to Rome City, IN

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 7m

Distance

194.6 mi

313 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

Good

7 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 54m ★
6 AM
4h 7m
8 AM
4h 33m
10 AM
4h 16m
12 PM
4h 14m
3 PM
4h 18m
5 PM
4h 32m
8 PM
3h 59m

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

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human settlement in Owen County, Indiana, United States

Alaska, IN

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town in Noble County, Indiana, United States of America

Rome City, IN

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Trip Overview

The drive from Alaska, IN to Rome City, IN covers 194.6 miles and takes about 4h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 69, Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, Lima Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 109.9 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $30.42 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

97.3 miles from Alaska, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 9m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 69 109.9 mi 1h 59m
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway 31.3 mi 37m
Lima Road 13.5 mi 19m
SR 3 11.1 mi 14m
Binford Boulevard 6.4 mi 9m
SR 42 4.2 mi 7m
SR 9 3.1 mi 4m
County Road 700 North 2.9 mi 4m
Longest stretch: I 69 — 109.9 mi, about 1h 59m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Lewisville Road

0.5 mi · 1 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 on SR 42

3.0 mi · 5 min · SR 42
6

Continue on SR 42

1.2 mi · 2 min · SR 42
7

Continue on SR 42

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

0.3 mi · 39 sec
10

Merge onto I 70

31 mi · 37 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight lane.
11

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70

2.3 mi · 3 min · I 70
12

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 37 sec
Exit 85B Toward North Keystone Avenue Use the right lane.
13

Turn slight right onto North Rural Street

171 ft · 4 sec · North Rural Street
14

Continue on North Keystone Avenue

2.7 mi · 5 min · North Keystone Avenue
15

Turn right onto East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive

0.2 mi · 20 sec · East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
16

Continue on Binford Boulevard

6.4 mi · 9 min · Binford Boulevard
Use the right lane.
17

Merge onto I 69

2.8 mi · 3 min · I 69
18

Keep slight left at fork onto I 69

107 mi · 1 hr 55 min · I 69
Use the straight lane.
19

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 41 sec
Exit 311B Toward SR 3 North: Lima Road Use the slight right lane.
20

Merge onto US 27

14 mi · 19 min · Lima Road
21

Continue on SR 3

11 mi · 14 min · SR 3
22

Turn left onto US 6

1.6 mi · 2 min · West North Street
23

Continue on US 6

2.9 mi · 4 min · County Road 700 North
24

Turn right onto SR 9

3.1 mi · 4 min · SR 9
25

Turn right onto Lake Street

22 ft · 0 sec · Lake Street
26

Arrive at destination

Lake Street

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 97.3 miles from Alaska, IN, or about 2h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 109.9 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 43 miles or 1h 5m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 97.3 miles or 2h 9m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 17m

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

Before You Leave

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

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

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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 194.6 miles and 4h 7m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 miles from Alaska, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 69 for about 109.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Hamilton County, Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Fishers, IN

97 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

Indianapolis, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Pendleton, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 97.3 miles from Alaska, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 109.9 miles.

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

Cafe Patachou Nickel Plate

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Fishers, Indiana

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 55.6

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+13178637530

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Petra Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Indianapolis, Indiana

1.3 mi

Sahm's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fishers, Indiana

1.5 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Five Lakes Coffee

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 152.9

Hours: 5:30 am–7 pm

+12602220366

Visit website

Falls Perk Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Pendleton, Indiana

1.5 mi

Well Grounded Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fort Wayne, Indiana

1.8 mi

McDonald's

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 55.6

Fishers, Indiana

Hours: 5 am–1 pm

+13178420013

Visit website

Cafe Patachou Nickel Plate

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 55.6

Fishers, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+13178637530

Visit website

Petra Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 41.7

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+13176023535

Visit website

Sahm's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 55.6

Fishers, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13178421577

Visit website

Catello’s Italian Art Cuisine

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $30 to $40 mile 69.5

Pendleton, Indiana

Hours: 11:30 am–2 pm

+17652219052

Visit website

Vinatellis Italian Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 139

Markle, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12607589011

Visit website

Cafe Korea

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 55.6

Fishers, Indiana

Hours: 5–9:30 pm

+13175781987

Visit website

Invited To The Table

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 69.5

Pendleton, Indiana

Hours: 8 am–2:30 pm

+17652219470

Visit website

Five Lakes Coffee

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 152.9

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 5:30 am–7 pm

+12602220366

Visit website

Falls Perk Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 69.5

Pendleton, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+17657783423

Visit website

Well Grounded Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 166.8

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+12606376622

Visit website

The Hive Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 152.9

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–5:30 pm

+12602409911

Visit website

Good Vibes Cafe Indy

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 41.7

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 8:30 am–7 pm

+14632022117

Visit website

Georgia Street Grind

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 41.7

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+13173719949

Visit website

The Light House coffee bar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 166.8

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+12604333710

Visit website

Capstone Cafe & Bookstore

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 55.6

Carmel, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13175669132

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 152.9

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 152.9

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 152.9

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 152.9

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Later in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 152.9

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

InCharge Energy Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 166.8

Fort Wayne, Indiana

+18333994638

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

Later in the drive, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 152.9

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Indy with Kids

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 41.7

Indianapolis, IN

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13174555289

Visit website

Mississinewa 1812

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 111.2

Marion, Indiana

+17656139248

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 162.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0.5 mi into trip | ~2m in | North Wilson Road

Turn left onto North Wilson Road

Navigation decision point

5
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.
7
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
6
55 mi into trip | ~1h 24m in | I 69

Keep slight left at fork onto I 69

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
7
162.1 mi into trip | ~3h 20m in

Take the exit toward SR 3 North: Lima Road

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 311B Toward SR 3 North: Lima Road

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$30.42 one way

$60.85 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 68 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $33.40 $66.81
premium $4.89 $37.45 $74.90
diesel $5.61 $42.97 $85.93

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$30

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 68.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 58.4 0 $20.43 $9.34
Efficient EV 48.7 0 $17.03 $7.78
EV Truck/SUV 77.8 0 $27.24 $12.45

Gas CO2

68 kg

EV CO2

23 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 18, 2026

Origin

Alaska, IN

Afternoon in Alaska on Saturday

Local time

4:07 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Showers And Thunderstorms

W 10 to 14 mph 90% chance Live forecast

Flood Watch

Flood Watch issued April 18 at 4:46AM CDT until April 23 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

Flood Watch

Flood Watch issued April 18 at 4:46AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

Destination

Rome City, IN

Afternoon in Rome City on Saturday

Local time

4:07 PM

EDT

Current temp

50°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

13 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

4h 7m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

194.6 mi in 4h 7m, mostly highway — 109.9 mi of that is on I 69.

67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 109.9 mi on I 69.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near North Wilson Road.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 194.6 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (North Wilson Road): Navigation decision point; 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.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 7m. Total distance: 194.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 109.9 miles on I 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Rome City, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (North Wilson Road): Navigation decision point; 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.

Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Rome City, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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