Origin
Delaware, IN
Morning in Delaware on Wednesday
Local time
7:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Delaware, IN to Fishers, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
83.9 mi
135 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
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6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Delaware, IN
Christopher Santiago
Fishers, IN
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Trip Overview
This 83.9-mile journey from Delaware, Indiana, to Fishers, Indiana, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes to complete. You'll be navigating primarily local roads, with no significant highway driving, making it a relaxed pace for your trip. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $13. Given its manageable distance and duration, this drive is perfect for a day trip, allowing you ample time to reach your destination without feeling rushed. Both your origin and destination are located within the Midwest region, so you can expect a familiar driving environment throughout.
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
42 miles from Delaware, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, characterized by its lack of highway segments (0% highway share). You'll be on roads like North Delaware College Street and Highway 129, with North County Road 300 East also playing a role. Since there's no information on the longest uninterrupted stretch, anticipate frequent changes in direction and speed as you navigate through local areas. This profile suggests a drive where you'll be actively engaged with the road, making it feel more like a scenic exploration than a monotonous highway cruise.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Delaware College Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Delaware, IN to Fishers, IN is easy. At 1h 24m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Delaware, IN to Fishers, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Delaware College Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 129 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North County Road 300 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 74 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 465 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 465 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 69 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| IN-37 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Delaware College Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Delaware, IN and Fishers, IN.
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Start on East Delaware 2nd Street
43 ft
·
5 sec
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East Delaware 2nd Street
2
Turn right onto North Delaware College Street
276 ft
·
18 sec
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North Delaware College Street
3
At the end of the road, turn left
427 ft
·
15 sec
4
Turn left onto North State Highway 129
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
North State Highway 129
5
Continue on North County Road 300 East
5.8 mi
·
10 min
·
North County Road 300 East
6
Turn left
1.5 mi
·
2 min
7
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
8
Take the ramp left toward I 74 West: Indianapolis
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
I 74 West: Indianapolis
9
Merge slight left
55 mi
·
58 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 465, I 74 West: Shadeland Avenue
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
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I 465, I 74 West: Shadeland Avenue
11
Keep slight right to continue on I 465 North: Shadeland Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 465 North: Shadeland Avenue
12
Keep slight right to continue on I 465 North
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
I 465 North
13
Merge slight left
10 mi
·
12 min
14
Keep slight right to continue on I 69 North: Fort Wayne
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
I 69 North: Fort Wayne
15
Keep slight right to continue on IN-37
0.8 mi
·
49 sec
·
IN-37
16
Take the exit slight right toward 116th Street
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
116th Street
17
Turn left onto East 116th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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East 116th Street
18
Turn left onto Lantern Road
479 ft
·
16 sec
·
Lantern Road
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 83.9-mile trip, flexibility is your best friend. Since it's a turn-heavy local drive, consider leaving mid-morning to avoid potential rush hour congestion around Delaware and Fishers. With a duration of just 1 hour and 24 minutes and an estimated fuel cost of $13, you won't need to worry about extensive stops for gas or long breaks. However, keep an eye out for the specific turnoffs onto North County Road 300 East, as local roads can sometimes be less clearly marked than major highways, ensuring a smooth continuation of your journey.
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 42 miles from Delaware, IN, or about 42m into the drive.
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 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42 miles or 42m 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 11m
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 Delaware, 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 Delaware, IN
This is one driving day of about 83.9 miles and 1h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Delaware, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42 mi from Delaware, IN · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 42 miles from Delaware, 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
$13.12 one way
$26.23 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $14.40 | $28.80 |
| premium | $4.89 | $16.15 | $32.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.52 | $37.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.81 | $4.03 |
| Efficient EV | 21 | 0 | $7.34 | $3.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.6 | 0 | $11.75 | $5.37 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 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
7:49 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 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 24m 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 Delaware, IN to Fishers, IN covers 83.9 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Delaware College Street, Highway 129, North County Road 300 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42 miles from Delaware, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.12 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.
The drive from Delaware, IN to Fishers, IN is easy. At 1h 24m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Delaware, IN to Fishers, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Delaware, IN to Fishers, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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