Origin
Connersville, IN
Night in Connersville on Wednesday
Local time
10:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Connersville, IN to Fishers, IN
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 35m
Distance
65.3 mi
105 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 28m
★
6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 49m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Connersville, IN
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Fishers, IN
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Trip Overview
This 65.3-mile drive from Connersville, IN to Fishers, IN is a straightforward, single-day trip, estimated to take about 1 hour and 35 minutes. Traveling within the Midwest region, you'll primarily use United States Highway 52, along with West 3rd Street and East Main Street. With a projected fuel cost of just $10, this route is an economical option for a quick journey. It's perfectly suited for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. The mixed drive profile suggests a varied experience on the road, making it an accessible and convenient option for most travelers.
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
32.6 miles from Connersville, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this 65.3-mile journey, with 51% of the route utilizing highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 17.9 miles along United States Highway 52. This road doesn't seem to be a monotonous interstate grind; instead, it offers a blend of faster highway segments and potentially more local road sections as you transition between towns. You'll experience a variety of road types, keeping the driving engaging without being overly challenging. The profile suggests a comfortable pace suitable for enjoying the scenery along the way.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
United States Highway 52 is the longest continuous segment at about 17.9 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 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 4th Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.3 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 49.3 miles (US 52): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 59.5 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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West 4th Street
Turn right onto West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
7
49.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
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US 52
Turn left onto US 52 toward I 465 North, US 52 West
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 465 North, US 52 West
6
59.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
|
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
63.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m 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
64.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m 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 |
|---|---|---|
| United States Highway 52 | 17.9 mi | 26m |
| West 3rd Street | 16.7 mi | 24m |
| East Main Street | 14.4 mi | 21m |
| I 69 | 14 mi | 17m |
| IN-37 | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| US 52 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East 116th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West 2nd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
United States Highway 52
— 17.9 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Connersville, IN and Fishers, IN.
1
Start on Market Street
118 ft
·
7 sec
·
Market Street
2
Turn right onto West 4th Street
86 ft
·
9 sec
·
West 4th Street
3
Turn left onto North Grand Avenue
419 ft
·
23 sec
·
North Grand Avenue
4
Turn right onto SR 44
16 mi
·
24 min
·
West 3rd Street
5
Continue on US 52; SR 44
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
West 2nd Street
6
Turn slight right onto US 52
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
West 3rd Street
7
Continue on US 52
18 mi
·
26 min
·
United States Highway 52
8
Enter roundabout onto US 52
156 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Main Street
9
Continue on US 52
14 mi
·
21 min
·
East Main Street
10
Turn left onto US 52
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
US 52
Toward I 465 North, US 52 West
Use the left lane.
11
Merge onto I 69; I 465
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
I 69; I 465
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
I 69
Exit 37
Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
13
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.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 205
Toward 116th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn left onto East 116th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East 116th Street
Use the left lane.
16
Turn left onto Lantern Road
478 ft
·
16 sec
·
Lantern Road
17
Arrive at destination
Lantern Road
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 1 hour and 35-minute duration for this 65.3-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility for departure time and pacing. With a low fuel cost of around $10, you won't need to worry about frequent fill-ups. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid potential rush hour traffic in the Fishers area. Since there are no designated stops mentioned, you can easily pull over if needed, but the drive is short enough that significant breaks aren't necessary. A practical tip for this route: keep an eye on your GPS as you navigate through Connersville, as you'll be using local streets like West 3rd Street and East Main Street before merging onto United States Highway 52.
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 32.6 miles from Connersville, IN, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.9 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 14 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.6 miles or 49m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fishers, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Connersville, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Connersville, IN
This is one driving day of about 65.3 miles and 1h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Connersville, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on United States Highway 52 for about 17.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.6 mi from Connersville, IN · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.6 miles from Connersville, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.21 one way
$20.42 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.21 | $22.42 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.57 | $25.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.42 | $28.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.86 | $3.13 |
| Efficient EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.71 | $2.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.1 | 0 | $9.14 | $4.18 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Fishers, IN
Night in Fishers on Wednesday
Local time
10:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Cumberland, IN
33 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
17 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
1h 35m 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 Connersville, IN to Fishers, IN covers 65.3 miles and takes about 1h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are United States Highway 52, West 3rd Street, East Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.6 miles from Connersville, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.21 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 65.3 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 49.3 miles (US 52): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 59.5 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Connersville, IN to Fishers, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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