Origin
Fishers, IN
Evening in Fishers on Sunday
Local time
8:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fishers, IN to Broad Ripple, IN
Drive Time
19m
Distance
10.9 mi
18 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good 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 18m
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6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 18m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fishers, IN
Quang Nguyen Vinh
Broad Ripple, IN
Frederic Hancke
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick commute between Fishers and Broad Ripple, this 10.9-mile trip is an efficient way to navigate the Midwest. You can comfortably complete the journey in about 19 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel cost of just $2, it is a highly economical route that requires zero stops along the way. Since both locations are situated within Indiana, you will experience a seamless transition between these two local communities. This drive is designed for practicality rather than sightseeing, offering a straightforward connection for your daily travel needs.
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
5.4 miles from Fishers, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged rather than lulled by a monotonous interstate grind. While your journey utilizes I-69, East 62nd Street, and Binford Boulevard, the highway portion accounts for only 29% of the total distance. You will find your longest uninterrupted stretch on Binford Boulevard, which lasts for 3.5 miles. The road’s personality shifts from faster highway speeds to more technical, localized maneuvering as you approach Broad Ripple. It is a functional, balanced route that keeps you alert through constant navigation rather than long-distance cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 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?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East 116th Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 6 significant decision points across 10.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East 116th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East 116th Street
Turn right onto East 116th Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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I 69
Merge onto I 69
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
3.6 mi into trip
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~5m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
7.6 mi into trip
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~10m in
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East 62nd Street
Turn right onto East 62nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
10.7 mi into trip
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~18m in
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Winthrop Avenue
Turn left onto Winthrop Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Binford Boulevard | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| I 69 | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| East 62nd Street | 2 mi | 5m |
| Broad Ripple Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Winthrop Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East 116th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Lantern Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Binford Boulevard
— 3.5 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fishers, IN and Broad Ripple, IN.
1
Start on Lantern Road
494 ft
·
21 sec
·
Lantern Road
2
Turn right onto East 116th Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
East 116th Street
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
4
Merge onto I 69
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
I 69
Use the none lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
Use the none lane.
6
Merge onto I 69
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 69
7
Continue on Binford Boulevard
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Binford Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn right onto East 62nd Street
2.0 mi
·
5 min
·
East 62nd Street
Use the right lane.
9
Continue on Broad Ripple Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Broad Ripple Avenue
Use the none lane.
10
Turn left onto Winthrop Avenue
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
Winthrop Avenue
Use the left lane.
11
Arrive at destination
Winthrop Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 19-minute drive, you have the advantage of total flexibility in your departure time. You do not need to worry about planning for rest stops or overnight stays, as the duration is minimal. Keep an eye on your navigation during the transition between Binford Boulevard and East 62nd Street to ensure you stay on track through the turns. Because the fuel cost is only $2, you can easily manage your budget without needing to factor in extra refilling stops. Plan your departure based on local traffic patterns to ensure you maintain that quick 19-minute travel time.
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 5.4 miles from Fishers, IN, or about 7m 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 10.9 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.4 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Broad Ripple, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fishers, 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 Fishers, IN
This is one driving day of about 10.9 miles and 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fishers, 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 5.4 mi from Fishers, IN · 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 10.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.4 miles from Fishers, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Broad Ripple, IN
The final approach into Broad Ripple, 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 Broad Ripple, 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
$1.66 one way
$3.31 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $1.83 | $3.65 |
| premium | $4.80 | $2.06 | $4.12 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.42 | $4.84 |
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: 3.8 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 | 3.3 | 0 | $1.14 | $0.52 |
| Efficient EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.95 | $0.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.53 | $0.70 |
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
Broad Ripple, IN
Evening in Broad Ripple on Sunday
Local time
8:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
19m 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 Fishers, IN to Broad Ripple, IN covers 10.9 miles and takes about 19m 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 5.4 miles from Fishers, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.66 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 is a demanding drive. With 6 significant decision points across 10.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East 116th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Fishers, IN to Broad Ripple, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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