Origin
Cannelton, IN
Late night in Cannelton on Wednesday
Local time
5:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Cannelton, IN to Fishers, IN
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Drive Time
3h 46m
Distance
177.1 mi
285 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 34m
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6 AM
3h 46m
8 AM
4h 12m
10 AM
3h 55m
12 PM
3h 53m
3 PM
3h 56m
5 PM
4h 10m
8 PM
3h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cannelton, IN
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Fishers, IN
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Trip Overview
This 177.1-mile drive from Cannelton, Indiana, to Fishers, Indiana, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 46 minutes. You'll primarily be on I-69 and SR 37, making it a highway-focused trip through the heart of the Midwest. With a projected fuel cost of around $28, this route is budget-friendly for a day trip. The single recommended stop suggests a brief pause to break up the drive. It's a practical option for getting between these two Indiana locations without much fuss.
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
88.6 miles from Cannelton, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 2m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a drive that is 67% highway, primarily utilizing I-69 for extended stretches. The longest uninterrupted section covers 73.2 miles on I-69, offering a consistent pace for much of your journey. While the profile is highway-focused, you'll also navigate on North Gospel Street and SR 37, which may offer slightly different driving experiences as you transition between major routes. This blend means you'll have periods of steady cruising punctuated by moments of local road navigation.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 69 is the longest continuous segment at about 73.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and North Gospel Street. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 50.1 miles in near SR 56 / North Main Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 177.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 50.1 miles (SR 56 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 60.8 miles (SR 37 / North Gospel Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 171.3 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
50.1 mi into trip
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~1h 12m in
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SR 56 / North Main Street
Turn right onto SR 56 / North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
60.8 mi into trip
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~1h 27m in
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SR 37 / North Gospel Street
Enter roundabout onto SR 37 / North Gospel Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
171.3 mi into trip
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~3h 37m in
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I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 37
Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
8
175.5 mi into trip
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~3h 43m in
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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
176.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 43m 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 |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 73.2 mi | 1h 23m |
| North Gospel Street | 41.5 mi | 51m |
| SR 37 | 27.3 mi | 37m |
| SR 145 | 16.2 mi | 24m |
| State Road 56 | 8.9 mi | 12m |
| Indiana State Road 237 | 5 mi | 7m |
| North Main Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| SR 64 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 73.2 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cannelton, IN and Fishers, IN.
1
Start on Washington Street
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
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Washington Street
2
Turn right onto SR 66
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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State Road 66
3
Turn left onto SR 237
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Indiana State Road 237
4
Turn right onto SR 37
27 mi
·
37 min
·
SR 37
5
Turn straight onto SR 64
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 64
6
Continue on SR 145
16 mi
·
24 min
·
SR 145
7
Turn right onto SR 56
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
Use the right lane.
8
Continue on SR 56
8.9 mi
·
12 min
·
State Road 56
9
Continue on US 150; SR 37; SR 56
259 ft
·
4 sec
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West Main Street
10
Enter roundabout onto SR 37
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
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North Gospel Street
11
Continue on SR 37
41 mi
·
51 min
·
North Gospel Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 69
57 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
I 69
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on I 69; I 465
12 mi
·
13 min
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I 69; I 465
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
I 69
Exit 37
Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
15
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.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 205
Toward 116th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn left onto East 116th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East 116th Street
Use the left lane.
18
Turn left onto Lantern Road
478 ft
·
16 sec
·
Lantern Road
19
Arrive at destination
Lantern Road
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 46-minute duration, this drive is well-suited for a single-day trip. Consider an early morning departure from Cannelton to maximize your daylight and arrive in Fishers with plenty of time. With only one recommended stop and a manageable distance, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on fuel, especially before embarking on the 73.2-mile stretch on I-69, to ensure you don't need to detour for gas. The $28 fuel cost estimate is helpful for budgeting your expenses for this straightforward Indiana commute.
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 88.6 miles from Cannelton, IN, or about 2h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.2 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 80 miles or 1h 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88.6 miles or 2h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 7m
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 Cannelton, 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 Cannelton, IN
This is one driving day of about 177.1 miles and 3h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cannelton, 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 I 69 for about 73.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 88.6 mi from Cannelton, IN · 2h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
89 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 88.6 miles from Cannelton, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.2 miles.
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
$27.69 one way
$55.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
62 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $30.40 | $60.80 |
| premium | $4.89 | $34.08 | $68.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.10 | $78.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.1 | 0 | $18.60 | $8.50 |
| Efficient EV | 44.3 | 0 | $15.50 | $7.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 70.8 | 0 | $24.79 | $11.33 |
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Fishers, IN
Morning in Fishers on Wednesday
Local time
6:06 AM
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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
5 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 46m 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 Cannelton, IN to Fishers, IN covers 177.1 miles and takes about 3h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, North Gospel Street, SR 37. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 88.6 miles from Cannelton, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.69 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 177.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 50.1 miles (SR 56 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 60.8 miles (SR 37 / North Gospel Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 171.3 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Cannelton, IN to Fishers, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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