Origin
Gas City, IN
Late night in Gas City on Wednesday
Local time
12:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gas City, IN to Fishers, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
56m
Distance
58.1 mi
93 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
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6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gas City, IN
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Fishers, IN
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Trip Overview
This 58.1-mile journey from Gas City, IN to Fishers, IN is a straightforward 56-minute drive, perfect for a single day trip. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $9, it's an economical option for a quick excursion within the Midwest region. The route primarily utilizes local roads like East Main Street, East Hi Way Drive, and West 500 S, offering a more connected feel to the communities you'll pass through. Given its short duration and lack of overnight requirements, you'll have plenty of flexibility to depart and arrive on your own schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
29 miles from Gas City, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 58.1-mile trip, with zero highway share. This means you'll be navigating a series of local roads, including East Main Street, East Hi Way Drive, and West 500 S, rather than high-speed highways. The absence of long highway stretches suggests frequent turns and a more intimate connection with the landscape. While there isn't a specified longest uninterrupted stretch, the 'turn-heavy' profile implies a dynamic driving experience that keeps you engaged with your surroundings.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Main 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 Gas City, IN to Fishers, IN is easy. At 56m 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 Gas City, IN to Fishers, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Hi Way Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West 500 S | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Strawtown Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| the route | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 116th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Fishers | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East 116th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
East Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gas City, IN and Fishers, IN.
1
Start on South 2nd Street
230 ft
·
15 sec
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South 2nd Street
2
Turn left onto East Main Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
East Main Street
3
Continue on East Hi Way Drive
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
East Hi Way Drive
4
Continue on West 500 S
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West 500 S
5
Turn left onto Strawtown Pike
30 mi
·
35 min
·
Strawtown Pike
6
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
105 ft
·
2 sec
·
the route
7
Exit the roundabout
12 mi
·
16 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward 116th Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
116th Street
9
Keep slight right to continue on Fishers, Conner Prairie
187 ft
·
5 sec
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Fishers, Conner Prairie
10
Turn right onto East 116th Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
East 116th Street
11
Turn left onto Lantern Road
479 ft
·
16 sec
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Lantern Road
12
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this drive is only 56 minutes and covers 58.1 miles, you have the luxury of flexibility with your departure time. Aim to leave when it's most convenient for you, as there are no specific timing considerations for this short hop. With an estimated fuel cost of just $9, you won't need to worry about extensive refueling stops. Pay close attention to the 'turn-heavy' nature of the route, which means being mindful of your navigation to avoid missing any of the turns onto roads like East Main Street, East Hi Way Drive, or West 500 S.
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 29 miles from Gas City, IN, or about 28m 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 58.1 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29 miles or 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fishers, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Gas City, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Gas City, IN
This is one driving day of about 58.1 miles and 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Gas City, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29 mi from Gas City, IN · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 58.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29 miles from Gas City, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fishers, IN
The final approach into Fishers, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Fishers, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.08 one way
$18.17 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.97 | $19.95 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.18 | $22.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.83 | $25.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.10 | $2.79 |
| Efficient EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.08 | $2.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.13 | $3.72 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Fishers, IN
Late night in Fishers on Wednesday
Local time
12:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
4 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
56m 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 Gas City, IN to Fishers, IN covers 58.1 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Main Street, East Hi Way Drive, West 500 S. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29 miles from Gas City, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.08 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 Gas City, IN to Fishers, IN is easy. At 56m 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 Gas City, IN to Fishers, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Gas City, IN to Fishers, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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