Origin
Fairfield, IN
Afternoon in Fairfield on Thursday
Local time
2:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fairfield, IN to Cedar Grove, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
37m
Distance
19.1 mi
31 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
★
6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairfield, IN
Soran Ali
Trip Overview
The drive from Fairfield, IN to Cedar Grove, IN covers 19.1 miles and takes about 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Road 101, US 52, Indiana Highway 101 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 9.6 miles on State Road 101. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.99 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 37m. Total distance: 19.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (36%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
The drive from Fairfield, IN to Cedar Grove, IN covers 19.1 miles and takes about 37m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Road 101 is the longest continuous segment at about 9.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in near SR 101 / Indiana Highway 101.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Fairfield, IN to Cedar Grove, IN is easy. At 37m with 36% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles (SR 101 / Indiana Highway 101): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 19.1 miles (4th Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.5 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
SR 101 / Indiana Highway 101
Turn sharp right onto SR 101 / Indiana Highway 101
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
3
19.1 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
4th Street
Turn right onto 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Road 101 | 9.6 mi | 16m |
| US 52 | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| Indiana Highway 101 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| 4th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Road 101
— 9.6 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairfield, IN and Cedar Grove, IN.
1
Start on this road
2.5 mi
·
9 min
·
this road
2
Turn sharp right onto SR 101
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Indiana Highway 101
3
Continue on SR 101
9.6 mi
·
16 min
·
State Road 101
4
Continue on US 52; SR 1
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
US 52; SR 1
5
Continue on US 52; SR 1
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
US 52; SR 1
6
Turn right onto 4th Street
80 ft
·
3 sec
·
4th Street
7
Arrive at destination
4th Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.99 one way
$5.97 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.28 | $6.56 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.68 | $7.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.22 | $8.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.7 | 0 | $2.01 | $0.92 |
| Efficient EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.67 | $0.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.67 | $1.22 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Cedar Grove, IN
Afternoon in Cedar Grove on Thursday
Local time
2:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
37m 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 Fairfield, IN to Cedar Grove, IN covers 19.1 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Road 101, US 52, Indiana Highway 101. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.5 miles from Fairfield, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.99 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 Fairfield, IN to Cedar Grove, IN is easy. At 37m with 36% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles (SR 101 / Indiana Highway 101): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 19.1 miles (4th Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Fairfield, IN to Cedar Grove, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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