Origin
Gas City, IN
Late night in Gas City on Wednesday
Local time
12:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gas City, IN to Indianapolis, IN
Data updated 3 minutes ago
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
63.6 mi
102 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
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6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 24m
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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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward trip through the heart of the Midwest, driving from Gas City to Indianapolis is a practical choice. Spanning 63.6 miles, this journey typically takes about 1 hour and 27 minutes to complete. Because it is a short, manageable distance, it works perfectly as a quick day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $10 on fuel for the trek, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. Since both locations are situated within Indiana, you will experience a consistent regional feel as you transition from the smaller community of Gas City toward the state capital.
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
31.8 miles from Gas City, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This drive offers a mixed-road experience rather than a monotonous interstate haul, as highways account for only 31% of the total distance. You will navigate a variety of surfaces, transitioning between Strawtown Pike, SR 37, and Binford Boulevard to reach your destination. Expect to settle in for a while during the longest uninterrupted stretch, which covers 30.5 miles along Strawtown Pike. Because the route shifts from smaller local roads to major arterials, the character of the drive changes as you approach the city. You should be prepared to adapt to these shifting road types throughout the 1-hour and 27-minute transit.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Strawtown Pike is the longest continuous segment at about 30.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 35; SR 22 / East Main Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.6 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (US 35; SR 22 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 35 miles (SR 37): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 35 miles (SR 37): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 35; SR 22 / East Main Street
Turn left onto US 35; SR 22 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
35 mi into trip
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~42m in
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SR 37
Enter roundabout onto SR 37
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
35 mi into trip
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~42m in
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SR 37
Right onto SR 37
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
63.5 mi into trip
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~1h 27m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
63.6 mi into trip
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~1h 27m in
At end of road, turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Strawtown Pike | 30.5 mi | 35m |
| SR 37 | 12.9 mi | 17m |
| Binford Boulevard | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| I 69 | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| East Hi Way Drive | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive | 3 mi | 5m |
| North Meridian Street | 2.4 mi | 6m |
| West 500 S | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Strawtown Pike
— 30.5 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gas City, IN and Indianapolis, IN.
1
Start on South 2nd Street
230 ft
·
15 sec
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South 2nd Street
2
Turn left onto US 35; SR 22
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
East Main Street
3
Continue on US 35; SR 22
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
East Hi Way Drive
4
Continue on US 35; SR 22
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West 500 S
5
Turn left onto SR 37
30 mi
·
35 min
·
Strawtown Pike
6
Enter roundabout onto SR 37
105 ft
·
1 sec
·
SR 37
7
Continue on SR 37
13 mi
·
17 min
·
SR 37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 69
3.1 mi
·
3 min
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I 69
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
10
Merge onto I 69
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 69
11
Continue on Binford Boulevard
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Binford Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
13
Continue on East Fall Creek Parkway, North Drive
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
East Fall Creek Parkway, North Drive
14
Turn left onto North Meridian Street
2.4 mi
·
6 min
·
North Meridian Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
15
Turn right onto Monument Circle
368 ft
·
46 sec
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Monument Circle
16
Turn left
76 ft
·
6 sec
17
At end of road, turn right
257 ft
·
28 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your own preferences. You won't need to worry about scheduling multiple rest stops, as the 63.6-mile distance is easily handled in one go. Keep in mind that with no official stops required, you can maintain a steady pace throughout the entire 1-hour and 27-minute trip. To ensure a smooth arrival in Indianapolis, check local traffic reports for Binford Boulevard before you head out, as city-bound traffic can vary. Budgeting around $10 for gas is sufficient for this direct route, allowing you to focus on the road ahead.
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 31.8 miles from Gas City, IN, or about 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.5 miles.
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 63.6 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.8 miles or 38m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Indianapolis, 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 63.6 miles and 1h 27m.
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.
The longest stretch is on Strawtown Pike for about 30.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.8 mi from Gas City, IN · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 63.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.8 miles from Gas City, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Indianapolis, IN
The final approach into Indianapolis, 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 Indianapolis, 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
$9.94 one way
$19.89 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.92 | $21.83 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.24 | $24.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.04 | $28.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.68 | $3.05 |
| Efficient EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.56 | $2.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.90 | $4.07 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Indianapolis, IN
Late night in Indianapolis on Wednesday
Local time
12:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 15 mph
33% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 14 at 4:22PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 14 at 1:19PM EDT until April 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
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
30 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
1h 27m 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 Gas City, IN to Indianapolis, IN covers 63.6 miles and takes about 1h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Strawtown Pike, SR 37, Binford Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.8 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 $9.94 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 63.6 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (US 35; SR 22 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 35 miles (SR 37): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 35 miles (SR 37): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Gas City, IN to Indianapolis, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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