Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
49m
Distance
36.2 mi
58 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
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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Pittsboro, IN
Jay Brand
The drive from Fishers, IN to Pittsboro, IN covers 36.2 miles and takes about 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 465, East Main Street, I 69 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 18.8 miles on I 465. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.66 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
18.1 miles from Fishers, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
This is a 49m highway drive covering 36.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 465 and East Main Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 18.8 miles on I 465.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 465 and East Main Street. 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.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 36.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.
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 465): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto East 116th Street
Navigation decision point
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 465 toward I 465 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the exit toward 38th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 465 | 18.8 mi | 22m |
| East Main Street | 6 mi | 9m |
| I 69 | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Crawfordsville Road | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Dandy Trail | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| West 38th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| East 116th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Lantern Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Fishers, IN and Pittsboro, IN.
Start on Lantern Road
Turn right onto East 116th Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
Continue on I 69
Take the exit
Continue on I 465
Keep slight right at fork onto I 465
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto West 38th Street
Continue on Dandy Trail
Turn right onto US 136
Continue on US 136
Turn right onto North Maple Street
Arrive at destination
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.
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 36 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.1 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pittsboro, IN than in the middle of the route.
Have your navigation ready before leaving Fishers, IN.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Fishers, IN
This is one driving day of about 36.2 miles and 49m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.1 mi from Fishers, IN · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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.
A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18.1 miles from Fishers, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Pittsboro, 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.
Regular Gas
$5.66 one way
$11.32 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.21 | $12.43 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.97 | $13.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.99 | $15.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.80 | $1.74 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.17 | $1.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.07 | $2.32 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Fishers on Wednesday
Local time
7:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Evening in Pittsboro on Wednesday
Local time
7:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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