The drive from Alaska, IN to South Whitley, IN covers 145.5 miles and takes about 3h 22m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SR 37, Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, Marion Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32.9 miles on SR 37.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.75 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
72.7 miles from Alaska, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 47m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 22m. Total distance: 145.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Alaska, IN to South Whitley, IN covers 145.5 miles and takes about 3h 22m, 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 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 37 is the longest continuous segment at about 32.9 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 0.5 miles in near North Wilson Road.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 145.5 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 0.5 miles (North Wilson Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.4 miles (North Little Point Road): Navigation decision point; at 9 miles (I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.5 mi into trip|~2m in|North Wilson Road
Turn left onto North Wilson Road
Navigation decision point
4
8.4 mi into trip|~21m in|North Little Point Road
Turn left onto North Little Point 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
8
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
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
SR 37
32.9 mi
38m
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
31.3 mi
37m
Marion Road
18.6 mi
21m
N Goshen Rd
14.1 mi
24m
IN-37
13.7 mi
18m
Binford Boulevard
6.4 mi
9m
Huntington Road
5.3 mi
5m
SR 42
4.2 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
SR 37
— 32.9 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alaska, IN and South Whitley, 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 85BToward North Keystone AvenueUse 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 right at fork onto SR 37
3.4 mi·4 min·IN-37
Exit 205Toward SR 37 North: 116th StreetUse the slight right lane.
19
Merge onto SR 37
0.6 mi·56 sec·IN-37
20
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 37
9.7 mi·13 min·IN-37
21
Enter roundabout onto SR 37
93 ft·1 sec·SR 37
22
Continue on SR 37
33 mi·38 min·SR 37
23
Continue on SR 9
2.4 mi·4 min·South Western Avenue
24
Continue on SR 9; SR 15
2.9 mi·3 min·South Baldwin Avenue
25
Continue on SR 9
5.3 mi·5 min·Huntington Road
26
Continue on SR 9
19 mi·21 min·Marion Road
27
Turn left onto SR 5
0.5 mi·58 sec·North Jefferson Street
28
Continue on SR 5
14 mi·24 min·N Goshen Rd
29
Turn right onto SR 5
0.1 mi·11 sec·SR 5
30
Arrive at destination
SR 5
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 72.7 miles from Alaska, IN, or about 1h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.9 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 32 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.7 miles or 1h 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Whitley, 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 145.5 miles and 3h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 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 SR 37 for about 32.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 72.7 mi from Alaska, IN
· 1h 47m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.75 one way
$45.49 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg51 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$24.98
$49.95
premium
$4.89
$28.00
$56.00
diesel
$5.61
$32.12
$64.25
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
1 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: fair
ChargePoint Charging Station
Marion, Indiana
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
43.7
0
$15.28
$6.98
Efficient EV
36.4
0
$12.73
$5.82
EV Truck/SUV
58.2
0
$20.37
$9.31
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% 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
Night
in Alaska on Friday
Local time
9:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
South Whitley, IN
Night
in South Whitley on Friday
Local time
9:55 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
23 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
3h 22m 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 South Whitley, IN covers 145.5 miles and takes about 3h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 37, Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, Marion Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 72.7 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 $22.75 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 145.5 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (North Wilson Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.4 miles (North Little Point Road): Navigation decision point; at 9 miles (I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Alaska, IN to South Whitley, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
