Bolivar, IN to Fishers, IN is 75.6 miles and takes about 1h 48m via SR 13 and SR 37, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, traversing Indiana for a straightforward drive. Expect a mixed driving experience that's manageable for a single day, making it a convenient option for getting between these two points. The route offers a practical way to cover the distance without requiring an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.8 miles from Bolivar, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 57m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 48m. Total distance: 75.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (47%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This is a mixed drive, with 47% of it on highways. You'll experience a blend of faster road sections and more local driving. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 20.8 miles on SR 13. As you progress, the roads will transition, offering a varied feel behind the wheel. It's not a monotonous journey, but rather a dynamic route that keeps things interesting.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 13 is the longest continuous segment at about 20.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near SR 13.
Driving Effort5/10
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 75.6 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.3 miles (SR 13): Navigation decision point; at 28.3 miles (SR 13; SR 19 / North 800 West): Lane positioning matters here; at 75.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|SR 13
At end of road, turn left onto SR 13
Navigation decision point
5
28.3 mi into trip|~42m in|SR 13; SR 19 / North 800 West
Turn left onto SR 13; SR 19 / North 800 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
75.1 mi into trip|~1h 47m in
Take the exit toward 116th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 205
Toward 116th Street
9
75.3 mi into trip|~1h 47m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Fishers, Conner Prairie
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Fishers, Conner Prairie
5
75.4 mi into trip|~1h 47m in|East 116th Street
Turn right onto East 116th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
SR 13
20.8 mi
28m
SR 37
14.8 mi
19m
Southwood Drive
14.4 mi
20m
North 900 West
6 mi
8m
South 800 West
5.6 mi
8m
North 800 West
4.1 mi
5m
State Road 13
3.2 mi
4m
North Anderson Street
2.9 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
SR 13
— 20.8 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bolivar, IN and Fishers, IN.
1
Start on East 950 North
0.3 mi·1 min·East 950 North
2
At end of road, turn left onto SR 13
12 mi·17 min·SR 13
3
Turn left onto SR 13
1.6 mi·2 min·North Wabash Street
4
Turn slight right onto SR 13
14 mi·20 min·Southwood Drive
5
At end of road, turn right onto SR 13; SR 18
0.4 mi·41 sec·East Marion Street
6
Turn left onto SR 13; SR 19
4.1 mi·5 min·North 800 West
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on SR 13; SR 19
0.8 mi·2 min·North Washington Street
8
Continue on SR 13; SR 19
5.6 mi·8 min·South 800 West
9
Continue on SR 13
3.2 mi·4 min·State Road 13
10
Continue on SR 13
6.0 mi·8 min·North 900 West
11
Continue on SR 13
2.9 mi·4 min·North Anderson Street
12
Turn right onto SR 37; SR 13
2.4 mi·2 min·SR 37; SR 13
13
Continue on SR 13; SR 37
9.3 mi·11 min·SR 13; SR 37
14
Enter roundabout onto SR 37
105 ft·1 sec·SR 37
15
Continue on SR 37
12 mi·16 min·SR 37
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·33 sec
Exit 205Toward 116th StreetUse the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
186 ft·4 sec
Toward Fishers, Conner PrairieUse the slight right lane.
18
Turn right onto East 116th Street
0.2 mi·36 sec·East 116th Street
Use the right lane.
19
Turn left onto Lantern Road
478 ft·16 sec·Lantern Road
20
Arrive at destination
Lantern Road
Trip Plan
Given the 1h 48m duration, this is a very manageable one-day trip, so you have flexibility with your departure time. Aim to leave in the morning to take advantage of daylight and potentially lighter traffic. With a total distance of 75.6 miles and a fuel cost estimated at $12, you won't need extensive planning for fuel stops. Keep an eye out for changes in speed limits as you move from SR 13 onto SR 37 and eventually Southwood Drive, as these transitions can sometimes catch drivers off guard.
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 37.8 miles from Bolivar, IN, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.8 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 17 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.8 miles or 57m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fishers, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bolivar, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bolivar, IN
This is one driving day of about 75.6 miles and 1h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Bolivar, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on SR 13 for about 20.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.8 mi from Bolivar, IN
· 57m into the drive
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.7
0
$7.94
$3.63
Efficient EV
18.9
0
$6.61
$3.02
EV Truck/SUV
30.2
0
$10.58
$4.84
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Bolivar, IN
Morning
in Bolivar on Saturday
Local time
6:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fishers, IN
Morning
in Fishers on Saturday
Local time
6:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Elwood, IN
38 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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 48m 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 Bolivar, IN to Fishers, IN covers 75.6 miles and takes about 1h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 13, SR 37, Southwood Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.8 miles from Bolivar, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.82 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 75.6 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (SR 13): Navigation decision point; at 28.3 miles (SR 13; SR 19 / North 800 West): Lane positioning matters here; at 75.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bolivar, IN to Fishers, 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.
