Origin
Fishers, IN
Evening in Fishers on Wednesday
Local time
7:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fishers, IN to Dale, IN
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
39m
Distance
28.5 mi
46 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 46m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
The drive from Fishers, IN to Dale, IN covers 28.5 miles and takes about 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East 116th Street, I 465 South, I 465 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.46 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
14.2 miles from Fishers, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 39m drive with frequent turns across 28.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East 116th Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Fishers, IN to Dale, IN is easy. At 39m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Fishers, IN to Dale, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East 116th Street | — | — |
| I 465 South | — | — |
| I 465 West | — | — |
| I 865 West | — | — |
| SR 267 South | — | — |
| Albert South White Drive | — | — |
| Albert S | — | — |
| South 400 East | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East 116th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fishers, IN and Dale, IN.
1
Start on Lantern Road
495 ft
·
22 sec
·
Lantern Road
2
Turn right onto East 116th Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
East 116th Street
3
Take the ramp slight right
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
4
Merge slight left
2.9 mi
·
3 min
5
Keep slight right
1.0 mi
·
1 min
6
Continue on I 465 South, I 69 South
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 465 South, I 69 South
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 465 West
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 465 West
8
Continue straight
11 mi
·
12 min
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 865 West: Chicago
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
I 865 West: Chicago
10
Merge slight left
3.8 mi
·
4 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward SR 267 South: Albert S. White Drive
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
SR 267 South: Albert S. White Drive
12
Keep slight right to continue on Albert South White Drive
371 ft
·
9 sec
·
Albert South White Drive
13
Turn straight onto Albert S. White Drive
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Albert S. White Drive
14
Turn left onto South 400 East
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
South 400 East
15
Turn left onto Holmes Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Holmes Road
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 14.2 miles from Fishers, IN, or about 19m into the drive.
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 28.5 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.2 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dale, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Fishers, IN.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Fishers, IN
This is one driving day of about 28.5 miles and 39m.
At 28.5 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.2 mi from Fishers, IN · 19m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 28.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.2 miles from Fishers, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dale, IN
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Dale, IN if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.46 one way
$8.91 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.89 | $9.78 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.48 | $10.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.29 | $12.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.99 | $1.37 |
| Efficient EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.49 | $1.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.99 | $1.82 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Dale, IN
Evening in Dale on Wednesday
Local time
7:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
3 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
39m 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 Dale, IN covers 28.5 miles and takes about 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East 116th Street, I 465 South, I 465 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.2 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 $4.46 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 Dale, IN is easy. At 39m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Fishers, IN to Dale, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Fishers, IN to Dale, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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