Origin
Fishers, IN
Afternoon in Fishers on Saturday
Local time
12:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fishers, IN to Hamilton, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
59.1 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
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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Hamilton, IN
Petra Reid
Trip Overview
The drive from Fishers, IN to Hamilton, IN covers 59.1 miles and takes about 1h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, SR 39, I 465 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.9 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.24 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 59.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 17m highway drive covering 59.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and SR 39. The longest continuous stretch is about 15.9 miles on I 65.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 15.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and SR 39. 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
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.1 miles you will encounter 15 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 15 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
5
21.4 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
I 65; US 52
Merge onto I 65; US 52
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
37.7 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward SR 47: Thorntown, Sheridan
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 146
Toward SR 47: Thorntown, Sheridan
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Fishers, IN to Hamilton, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Sheridan along the way.
Sheridan
37.7 mi in
|
~44m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 15.9 mi | 17m |
| SR 39 | 11.5 mi | 16m |
| I 465 | 10.9 mi | 12m |
| I 865 | 5 mi | 5m |
| Rossville Avenue | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| I 69 | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| West County Road 400 North | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| IN-47 | 1.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 15.9 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fishers, IN and Hamilton, 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
12 mi
·
13 min
·
I 65; US 52
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit onto US 52
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
US 52
Exit 141
Toward US 52 West
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
13
Merge onto I 65
3.6 mi
·
3 min
·
I 65
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 146
Toward SR 47: Thorntown, Sheridan
15
Turn right onto SR 47
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
IN-47
16
Turn left onto SR 39
12 mi
·
16 min
·
SR 39
17
Turn left onto US 421; SR 39
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
West Kyger Street
18
Turn slight right onto US 421; SR 39
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Rossville Avenue
19
Turn left onto SR 38
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
West County Road 400 North
20
Turn right onto North County Road 600 West
51 ft
·
2 sec
·
North County Road 600 West
21
Arrive at destination
North County Road 600 West
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.6 mi from Fishers, IN · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.6 miles from Fishers, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hamilton, IN
The final approach into Hamilton, 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
$9.24 one way
$18.48 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.14 | $20.29 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.37 | $22.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.05 | $26.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.21 | $2.84 |
| Efficient EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.17 | $2.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.27 | $3.78 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% 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
Hamilton, IN
Afternoon in Hamilton on Saturday
Local time
12:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Lebanon, IN
30 mi in
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 17m 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 Hamilton, IN covers 59.1 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, SR 39, 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 29.6 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 $9.24 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 59.1 miles you will encounter 15 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.
On the drive from Fishers, IN to Hamilton, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Sheridan along the way.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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