Origin
Fishers, IN
Evening in Fishers on Thursday
Local time
6:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fishers, IN to Eugene, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 59m
Distance
96.5 mi
155 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 51m
★
6 AM
2h 0m
8 AM
2h 17m
10 AM
2h 6m
12 PM
2h 4m
3 PM
2h 6m
5 PM
2h 16m
8 PM
1h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fishers, IN
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Eugene, IN
Zach LeBlanc
Trip Overview
This straightforward 96.5-mile drive from Fishers, Indiana, to Eugene, Indiana, is easily manageable in under two hours, making it a perfect day trip. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, with a 96% highway share, so expect a quick journey. The estimated fuel cost is around $15, which is quite budget-friendly for a trip of this length. Given the short duration and focus on interstate travel, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion without needing an overnight stay. It's a practical, no-fuss drive primarily within the Midwest region of Indiana.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.3 miles from Fishers, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 59m. Total distance: 96.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for this trip, with 96% of the route utilizing major interstates. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 34.6 miles on I-74. This means you'll primarily be on fast-paced roads like I-74, SR 32, and I-465. While the highway share is high, the drive isn't entirely monotonous, as you'll transition between these key arteries. The character is one of efficient travel, designed for covering ground quickly rather than leisurely sightseeing.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 74 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and SR 32. 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.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 96.5 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.1 miles (East 116th Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.4 miles (I 865): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East 116th Street
Turn right onto East 116th Street
Navigation decision point
6
3.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
16.4 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
I 865
Keep slight left at fork onto I 865 toward I 865 West: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 25
Toward I 865 West: Chicago
6
32.1 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward SR 32: Lebanon, Crawfordsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 140
Toward SR 32: Lebanon, Crawfordsville
6
84.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
Take the exit toward SR 63: Newport, Terre Haute
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 4
Toward SR 63: Newport, Terre Haute
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Fishers, IN and Eugene, IN, road signs point toward Crawfordsville, Illinois and Terre Haute.
Crawfordsville
32.1 mi in
|
~38m
Illinois
49.7 mi in
|
~1h 4m
Terre Haute
84.5 mi in
|
~1h 42m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 34.6 mi | 37m |
| SR 32 | 17.5 mi | 26m |
| I 465 | 10.9 mi | 12m |
| I 65 | 10.7 mi | 11m |
| SR 63 | 10.2 mi | 13m |
| I 865 | 5 mi | 5m |
| I 69 | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| East County Road 600 North | 1.2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 34.6 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fishers, IN and Eugene, 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
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 69
Use the slight right lane.
6
Continue on I 69
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
I 69
Exit 200
Toward I 465 South, I 69 South
7
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 465 West
8
Continue on I 465
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 465
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 865
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
I 865
Exit 25
Toward I 865 West: Chicago
10
Merge onto I 65; US 52
11 mi
·
11 min
·
I 65; US 52
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 140
Toward SR 32: Lebanon, Crawfordsville
12
Turn left onto SR 32
17 mi
·
26 min
·
SR 32
13
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 74 West: Peoria, Illinois
14
Merge onto I 74
35 mi
·
37 min
·
I 74
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 4
Toward SR 63: Newport, Terre Haute
16
Turn left onto SR 63
10 mi
·
13 min
·
SR 63
17
Turn right onto East County Road 600 North
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
East County Road 600 North
18
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
19
Continue on North Main Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
North Main Street
20
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just under two hours, this is a flexible trip. You can easily depart Fishers in the morning and arrive in Eugene with plenty of daylight left. Since the drive is short, consider leaving later in the morning to avoid the peak rush hour on I-465. You won't need many stops, but keep an eye on your fuel level, as the longest stretch without a major exit is 34.6 miles on I-74. The $15 fuel cost is a good estimate, but it's always wise to have a little extra buffer.
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 48.3 miles from Fishers, IN, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.6 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 21 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.3 miles or 1h 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 1h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eugene, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Fishers, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Fishers, IN
This is one driving day of about 96.5 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Fishers, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 74 for about 34.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.3 mi from Fishers, IN · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.3 miles from Fishers, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Eugene, IN
The final approach into Eugene, 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
$15.09 one way
$30.17 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.56 | $33.13 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.57 | $37.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.31 | $42.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29 | 0 | $10.13 | $4.63 |
| Efficient EV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.44 | $3.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.6 | 0 | $13.51 | $6.18 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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
Eugene, IN
Evening in Eugene on Thursday
Local time
6:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Mulberry, IN
48 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
1 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 59m 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 Eugene, IN covers 96.5 miles and takes about 1h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 74, SR 32, I 465. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 48.3 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 $15.09 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 96.5 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.1 miles (East 116th Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.4 miles (I 865): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Between Fishers, IN and Eugene, IN, road signs point toward Crawfordsville, Illinois and Terre Haute.
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