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Trip from Fishers, IN to Montpelier, IN

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

1h 22m

Distance

74.3 mi

120 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 19 min
4 AM
1h 16m ★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Hamilton County, Indiana, United States

Fishers, IN

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city in Indiana, United States

Montpelier, IN

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Trip Overview

This 74.3-mile drive from Fishers, Indiana, to Montpelier, Indiana, is a straightforward 1 hour and 22-minute journey. With a projected fuel cost of around $12, it's an economical option for a single day trip, making it easy to complete without needing an overnight stay. The route is primarily highway-focused, offering a direct path through the Midwest. You'll be spending most of your time on major roads, so expect a fairly consistent driving experience. This is a convenient option if you're looking for a quick and uncomplicated trip within Indiana.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 74.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (79%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 74.3-mile trip, with 79% of the route utilizing major roadways like I-69 and IN-37. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a significant 58.1 miles on I-69. This means you'll experience longer periods of consistent speed and less interaction with local traffic. While the bulk of the journey is on these faster roads, you will transition onto East North 00 South and IN-37 as you get closer to your destination. The character of the road remains predominantly high-speed for the majority of the drive.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 69 is the longest continuous segment at about 58.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and East North 00 South. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East 116th Street.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Fishers, IN to Montpelier, IN is easy. At 1h 22m with 79% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East 116th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.7 miles (SR 37 / IN-37): Merge point - match speed before joining. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 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

5
0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in

Take the ramp toward I 69 North, SR 37 North: Fort Wayne

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 69 North, SR 37 North: Fort Wayne
6
0.7 mi into trip | ~1m in | SR 37 / IN-37

Merge onto SR 37 / IN-37 toward SR 37 North, I 69 North

Merge point - match speed before joining. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward SR 37 North, I 69 North
6
1 mi into trip | ~1m in

Take the exit toward I 69 North

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 69 North
6
59.6 mi into trip | ~1h 5m in

Take the exit toward SR 18: Marion, Montpelier

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 264 Toward SR 18: Marion, Montpelier

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 69 58.1 mi 1h 2m
East North 00 South 14.4 mi 16m
IN-37 0.3 mi <1m
East 116th Street 0.3 mi <1m
Lantern Road <0.1 mi <1m
SR 18 — —

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: I 69 — 58.1 mi, about 1h 2m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Fishers, IN and Montpelier, IN.

1

Start on Lantern Road

494 ft · 21 sec · Lantern Road
2

Turn right onto East 116th Street

0.3 mi · 39 sec · East 116th Street
3

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Toward I 69 North, SR 37 North: Fort Wayne
4

Merge onto SR 37

0.3 mi · 19 sec · IN-37
Toward SR 37 North, I 69 North
5

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 52 sec
Toward I 69 North Use the slight right lane.
6

Merge onto I 69

58 mi · 1 hr 2 min · I 69
7

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Exit 264 Toward SR 18: Marion, Montpelier
8

Turn right onto SR 18

14 mi · 16 min · East North 00 South
9

Arrive at destination

SR 18

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 37.1 mi from Fishers, IN · 41m into the drive

city and county seat of Madison County, Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Anderson, IN

37 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

Pendleton, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Anderson, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 37.1 miles from Fishers, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Montpelier, IN

The final approach into Montpelier, 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

$11.62 one way

$23.23 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 26 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $12.75 $25.51
premium $4.89 $14.30 $28.60
diesel $5.61 $16.40 $32.81

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$12

Estimated CO2 emission: 26 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 22.3 0 $7.80 $3.57
Efficient EV 18.6 0 $6.50 $2.97
EV Truck/SUV 29.7 0 $10.40 $4.76

Gas CO2

26 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (65% 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 16, 2026

Origin

Fishers, IN

Late night in Fishers on Friday

Local time

12:14 AM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Mostly Clear

WSW 2 to 9 mph 8% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 16 at 3:01PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

Flood Watch

Flood Watch issued April 16 at 12:24PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

Destination

Montpelier, IN

Late night in Montpelier on Friday

Local time

12:14 AM

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

2 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 22m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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 Montpelier, IN covers 74.3 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, East North 00 South, IN-37. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.1 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 $11.62 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 Fishers, IN to Montpelier, IN is easy. At 1h 22m with 79% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East 116th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.7 miles (SR 37 / IN-37): Merge point - match speed before joining. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Fishers, IN to Montpelier, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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