Origin
Broad Ripple, IN
Evening in Broad Ripple on Sunday
Local time
8:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Broad Ripple, IN to Fishers, IN
Drive Time
20m
Distance
11.2 mi
18 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 19m
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6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 24m
10 AM
0h 22m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 24m
8 PM
0h 19m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Broad Ripple, IN
Frederic Hancke
Fishers, IN
Quang Nguyen Vinh
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick commute between Broad Ripple and Fishers, this 11.2-mile journey is an incredibly efficient trip. Expect to spend about 20 minutes behind the wheel, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. With a fuel cost of just $2, it is a budget-friendly way to navigate these two Midwest communities. Since the entire drive stays within Indiana, you will experience a seamless transition between these local hubs. You won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay, as the distance is short enough to handle in one go. It is a straightforward route that prioritizes speed and utility over a leisurely pace.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
5.6 miles from Broad Ripple, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed drive profile that balances local roads with faster highway travel. You will spend about 32% of your time on the highway, utilizing I-69 to bridge the gap between your starting point and destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 3.5 miles on Binford Boulevard, providing a steady rhythm before you merge into faster-moving traffic. As you navigate through East 62nd Street, the character of the road shifts, requiring you to remain alert as you transition between urban street driving and interstate speeds. It is a functional route designed to get you from point A to point B without unnecessary complexity.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Binford Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 3.5 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 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Broad Ripple Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 11.2 miles you will encounter 7 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 0.2 miles (Broad Ripple Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles (Binford Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Broad Ripple Avenue
Turn right onto Broad Ripple Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
3.3 mi into trip
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~8m in
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Binford Boulevard
Turn left onto Binford Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / none lanes.
5
6.8 mi into trip
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~13m in
|
I 69
Merge onto I 69
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
9.6 mi into trip
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~17m 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
7
10.3 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward 116th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 205
Toward 116th Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Binford Boulevard | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| I 69 | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| East 62nd Street | 2 mi | 5m |
| Broad Ripple Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| IN-37 | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| East 116th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Winthrop Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Lantern Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Binford Boulevard
— 3.5 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Broad Ripple, IN and Fishers, IN.
1
Start on Winthrop Avenue
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
Winthrop Avenue
2
Turn right onto Broad Ripple Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Broad Ripple Avenue
Use the none lane.
3
Continue on East 62nd Street
2.0 mi
·
5 min
·
East 62nd Street
Use the none lane.
4
Turn left onto Binford Boulevard
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Binford Boulevard
Use the left / none lanes.
5
Merge onto I 69
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
I 69
Use the none lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37
0.8 mi
·
49 sec
·
IN-37
Exit 205
Toward SR 37 North: 116th Street
Use the slight right lane.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 205
Toward 116th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn left onto East 116th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East 116th Street
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto Lantern Road
478 ft
·
16 sec
·
Lantern Road
10
Arrive at destination
Lantern Road
Trip Plan
Because this is such a brief 20-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily head out whenever your schedule allows, as there are no required stops on this direct path. Since the total fuel cost is estimated at $2, you likely won't need to worry about refueling mid-trip. Keep in mind that you will be utilizing a mix of local roads and I-69, so pay close attention to signage as you switch from city streets to the highway. Use the short duration to your advantage by planning your arrival in Fishers well ahead of time, ensuring a stress-free transition from Broad Ripple.
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 5.6 miles from Broad Ripple, IN, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.5 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 11.2 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.6 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 17m
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 Broad Ripple, 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 Broad Ripple, IN
This is one driving day of about 11.2 miles and 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Broad Ripple, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Binford Boulevard for about 3.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.6 mi from Broad Ripple, IN · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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 11.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.6 miles from Broad Ripple, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fishers, IN
The final approach into Fishers, 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 Fishers, 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
$1.70 one way
$3.40 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $1.88 | $3.75 |
| premium | $4.80 | $2.11 | $4.23 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.49 | $4.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.18 | $0.54 |
| Efficient EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.98 | $0.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.57 | $0.72 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Fishers, IN
Evening in Fishers on Sunday
Local time
8:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
15 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
20m 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 Broad Ripple, IN to Fishers, IN covers 11.2 miles and takes about 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Binford Boulevard, I 69, East 62nd Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.6 miles from Broad Ripple, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.70 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 11.2 miles you will encounter 7 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 0.2 miles (Broad Ripple Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles (Binford Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Broad Ripple, IN to Fishers, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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