Origin
Alaska, IN
Evening in Alaska on Sunday
Local time
5:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alaska, IN to Sweetser, IN
Drive Time
2h 34m
Distance
110 mi
177 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 24m
★
6 AM
2h 34m
8 AM
2h 55m
10 AM
2h 41m
12 PM
2h 39m
3 PM
2h 42m
5 PM
2h 54m
8 PM
2h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alaska, IN
John De Leon
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward Midwestern excursion, the 110-mile trek from Alaska, Indiana to Sweetser, Indiana fits the bill perfectly as a one-day trip. You should budget approximately 2 hours and 34 minutes for the drive, which is entirely localized since the route features zero highway miles. With an estimated fuel cost of $17, this is an affordable journey that stays strictly within the state. Because the duration is relatively short, you can easily complete the trip in a single day without needing to book an overnight stay. It is a practical, no-fuss option for travelers who prefer navigating local roads over high-speed interstates.
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
55 miles from Alaska, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy experience as you navigate your way across Indiana. Instead of a monotonous interstate grind, you will be traveling along North Wilson Road, Awbrey Road, and North Craver Road. Since the route has a highway share of 0%, your focus will remain on technical, local driving rather than high-speed cruising. The road’s personality is defined by constant adjustments and attention to local intersections rather than long, uninterrupted stretches. Plan for a hands-on driving experience where the pace is dictated by the local network of roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Alaska, IN to Sweetser, IN is easy. At 2h 34m 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 Sweetser, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Wilson Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Awbrey Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Craver Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Belle Union Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Little Point Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Keystone Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Rural Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Wilson Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alaska, IN and Sweetser, 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
31 mi
·
37 min
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Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
11
Keep slight left
2.3 mi
·
3 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward North Keystone Avenue
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
North Keystone Avenue
13
Turn slight right onto North Rural Street
171 ft
·
4 sec
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North Rural Street
14
Continue on North Keystone Avenue
2.7 mi
·
6 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
17
Merge slight left
2.8 mi
·
3 min
18
Keep slight right to continue on IN-37
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
IN-37
19
Merge slight left onto IN-37
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
IN-37
20
Keep slight left to continue on IN-37
9.7 mi
·
13 min
·
IN-37
21
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
92 ft
·
1 sec
·
the route
22
Exit the roundabout
33 mi
·
38 min
23
Continue on South Western Avenue
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
South Western Avenue
24
Continue on South Baldwin Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Baldwin Avenue
25
Turn left onto West 2nd Street
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
West 2nd Street
26
Continue on West Delphi Pike
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
West Delphi Pike
27
Turn right onto North Main Street
56 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Main Street
28
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy route, you should aim to depart during daylight hours to ensure you can easily navigate the local intersections. You will only need to account for one planned stop along the way, giving you plenty of flexibility to manage your own pace. Keep in mind that since you are relying entirely on local roads, you should double-check your GPS settings to ensure it does not attempt to reroute you to faster, non-local highways. Factor the $17 fuel estimate into your budget before you head out, and try to fill up your tank before leaving Alaska to avoid searching for stations on smaller roads. Because the drive is under three hours, you have the advantage of being able to head back or arrive at your destination with plenty of time left in your day.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 55 miles from Alaska, IN, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55 miles or 1h 17m 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 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sweetser, 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 110 miles and 2h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55 mi from Alaska, IN · 1h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55 miles from Alaska, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sweetser, IN
The final approach into Sweetser, 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 Sweetser, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.71 one way
$33.42 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $18.42 | $36.84 |
| premium | $4.80 | $20.77 | $41.53 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $24.44 | $48.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33 | 0 | $11.55 | $5.28 |
| Efficient EV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.63 | $4.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44 | 0 | $15.40 | $7.04 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Destination
Sweetser, IN
Evening in Sweetser on Sunday
Local time
5:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
51°F
Allen, IN
55 mi in
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
1 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 34m 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 Sweetser, IN covers 110 miles and takes about 2h 34m 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 55 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 $16.71 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Alaska, IN to Sweetser, IN is easy. At 2h 34m 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 Sweetser, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Alaska, IN to Sweetser, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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