Fishers, IN to Middlebury, IN is 89.4 miles and takes about 1 hour 53 minutes via I 70 and State Route 59, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive stays within the Midwest, making it a straightforward trip between two Indiana locations. You'll primarily be on interstate and state highway systems, offering a predictable travel experience. With a recommended one-day duration, this route is ideal for those looking for an efficient way to cover this distance without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.7 miles from Fishers, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 58m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 53m. Total distance: 89.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 83% of the journey utilizing major roadways like I 70 and State Route 59. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 58 miles on I 70, providing a consistent pace for a significant portion of your trip. Expect a driving experience characterized by steady speeds and relatively straightforward navigation. The transition from I 70 to State Route 59 will introduce a slight change in the road's character, but the overall feel remains centered on efficient travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 58 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and State Route 59. 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 Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 89.4 miles you will encounter 14 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: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 10.7 miles (North Keystone Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key points
These 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
4
3.6 mi into trip|~5m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
10.7 mi into trip|~15m in|North Keystone Avenue
Turn left onto North Keystone Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
17 mi into trip|~26m in|I 70
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70 toward I 70: St Louis, Indianapolis International Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 70: St Louis, Indianapolis Internation...
5
75 mi into trip|~1h 32m in
Take the exit toward SR 59: Linton, Brazil
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 59: Linton, Brazil
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 Middlebury, IN, road signs point toward Indianapolis International Airport and Brazil.
Indianapolis International Airport
17 mi in|~26m|via I 70
Brazil
75 mi in|~1h 32m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 70
58 mi
1h 5m
State Route 59
12.7 mi
18m
Binford Boulevard
6.4 mi
9m
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
3.4 mi
4m
I 69
3.2 mi
3m
North Keystone Avenue
2.5 mi
5m
West 14th Street
0.6 mi
1m
SR 59
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 58 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fishers, IN and Middlebury, 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 left at fork
0.2 mi·13 sec
6
Merge onto I 69
0.3 mi·23 sec·I 69
7
Continue on Binford Boulevard
6.4 mi·9 min·Binford Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
0.2 mi·22 sec·East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
9
Turn left onto North Keystone Avenue
2.5 mi·5 min·North Keystone Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·35 sec
Toward I 70 West
11
Merge onto I 70
3.4 mi·4 min·Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70
58 mi·1 hr 5 min·I 70
Toward I 70: St Louis, Indianapolis International AirportUse the slight right lane.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward SR 59: Linton, Brazil
14
Turn left onto SR 59
13 mi·18 min·State Route 59
Use the straight / left lanes.
15
Turn right onto SR 59; SR 246
0.1 mi·18 sec·West 8th Street
16
At end of road, turn left onto SR 59; SR 246
0.4 mi·44 sec·SR 59; SR 246
17
At end of road, turn right onto SR 59; SR 246
0.6 mi·1 min·West 14th Street
18
Turn left onto West Martz Market Street
0.1 mi·24 sec·West Martz Market Street
19
Arrive at destination
West Martz Market Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour 53 minute duration, you have considerable flexibility for when to depart. Leaving Fishers, IN in the morning will allow you to arrive in Middlebury, IN with plenty of time to spare. Since the longest stretch without a major road change is 58 miles, you likely won't need frequent stops for fuel or rest, though Binford Boulevard might present some local traffic. With a fuel cost estimated at $14, monitoring your fuel gauge before leaving is a good idea to ensure a smooth, uninterrupted 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 44.7 miles from Fishers, IN, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58 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 20 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.7 miles or 58m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Middlebury, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Fishers, IN
This is one driving day of about 89.4 miles and 1h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Fishers, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 70 for about 58 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.7 mi from Fishers, IN
· 58m into the drive
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26.8
0
$9.39
$4.29
Efficient EV
22.4
0
$7.82
$3.58
EV Truck/SUV
35.8
0
$12.52
$5.72
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Fishers, IN
Morning
in Fishers on Saturday
Local time
8:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Middlebury, IN
Morning
in Middlebury on Saturday
Local time
8:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 53m 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 Middlebury, IN covers 89.4 miles and takes about 1h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 70, State Route 59, Binford Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.7 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 $13.98 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 89.4 miles you will encounter 14 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: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 10.7 miles (North Keystone Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Between Fishers, IN and Middlebury, IN, road signs point toward Indianapolis International Airport and Brazil.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
