10 Johnson
Cafe
Near the end, short detour
Indianapolis
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
48.4 mi
78 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Warren Park, IN
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The drive from Alaska, IN to Warren Park, IN covers 48.4 miles and takes about 1h 11m 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, I 74, SR 42 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17.2 miles on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.57 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 48.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (40%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
The drive from Alaska, IN to Warren Park, IN covers 48.4 miles and takes about 1h 11m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
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 26.2 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 48.4 miles you will encounter 13 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 26.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.5 miles (SR 67): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward Indianapolis International Airport, Ronald Reagan Parkway, Ameriplex Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward South Ameriplex Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp onto SR 67 toward I 74 East, I 465 East, SR 67 North
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto I 74; I 465
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Shadeland Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Alaska, IN to Warren Park, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Indianapolis International Airport along the way.
Indianapolis International Airport
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 17.2 mi | 18m |
| I 74 | 12.3 mi | 14m |
| SR 42 | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| South Shadeland Avenue | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Kentucky Avenue | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Ameriplex Parkway | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| West Belle Union Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| North Craver Road | 1.1 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Alaska, IN and Warren Park, IN.
Start on Lewisville Road
Turn left onto North Wilson Road
Turn left onto Awbrey Road
Continue on North Craver Road
Continue on SR 42
Continue on SR 42
Continue on SR 42
Turn left onto North Little Point Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 70
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto Ameriplex Parkway
At end of road, turn left onto SR 67
Take the ramp onto SR 67
Merge onto I 74; I 465
Continue on I 69; I 465
Take the exit
Continue on South Shadeland Avenue
Turn left onto East 10th Street
Turn right onto North Edmondson Avenue
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.2 mi from Alaska, IN · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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.
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 24.2 miles from Alaska, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Warren Park, 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.
Interesting stops within a short detour of your drive.
Cafe
Near the end, short detour
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Cuisine: pizza
Hours: Mo-Th 10:00-24:00; Fr-Sa 10:00-01:00; Su...
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Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: 08:00-22:00
Visit websiteFast_food
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Indianapolis, IN
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: Mo-Fr 08:00-22:00; Sa-Su 08:00-20:00
Visit websiteRestaurant
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Cuisine: american
Fast_food
Around the midpoint, short detour
Camby, IN
Cuisine: pizza
Hours: Mo-Th 10:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 10:00-24:00; Su...
Visit websitePark
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Park
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Park
Near the end, short detour
Park
Later in the drive, short detour
Park
Near the end, short detour
Park
Around the midpoint, short detour
Artwork
Later in the drive, short detour
IN
Museum
Near the end, short detour
Indianapolis, IN
Hours: Tu-Th 10:00-15:00
Visit websiteYes
Later in the drive, short detour
Artwork
Later in the drive, short detour
Memorial
Near the end, short detour
Memorial
Near the end, short detour
Hotel
Near the end, short detour
Indianapolis, IN
Hours: 24/7
Visit websiteMotel
Near the end, short detour
Motel
Near the end, short detour
Hotel
Near the end, short detour
Motel
Near the end, short detour
Motel
Later in the drive, short detour
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
Regular Gas
$7.57 one way
$15.13 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.31 | $16.62 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.31 | $18.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.69 | $21.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.08 | $2.32 |
| Efficient EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.23 | $1.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.78 | $3.10 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Alaska on Friday
Local time
1:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Warren Park on Friday
Local time
1:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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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