Origin
Hall, IN
Morning in Hall on Friday
Local time
10:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hall, IN to Carmel, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
47.3 mi
76 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hall, IN
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Carmel, IN
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Trip Overview
This 47.3-mile drive from Hall, IN to Carmel, IN is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 14 minutes. You'll primarily be on I-65 and I-74, with a 16% highway share, making it a fairly direct journey. The estimated fuel cost is around $7, which is quite economical. This route offers a straightforward commute rather than an extensive exploration, best suited for a quick transit between these two Midwest locations. Given its short distance, you won't need to worry about overnight stops.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 47.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' on this 47.3-mile route. While you'll touch on highways like I-65 and I-74 for about 16% of the journey, much of the drive involves navigating local roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 14.5 miles on I-65. This means you'll be adjusting your speed and direction more frequently than on a pure interstate trip, requiring a bit more active engagement behind the wheel. The character of the road will shift between faster highway segments and more stop-and-go local traffic.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 40 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
65 is the longest continuous segment at about 14.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 17.1 miles in.
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 47.3 miles you will encounter 28 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 17.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 28 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
17.1 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward I 465, I 74
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 69
Toward I 465, I 74
8
19.4 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 465, I 74
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 465, I 74
8
20.6 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 465 North, I 74 West: Peoria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 465 North, I 74 West: Peoria
8
41.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward US 31 North: Meridian Street South, Westfield, Kokomo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 31
Toward US 31 North: Meridian Street South, West...
7
44.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward Old Meridan Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 126
Toward Old Meridan Street
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hall, IN and Carmel, IN, road signs point toward Westfield and Kokomo.
Westfield
41.6 mi in
|
~1h 3m
Kokomo
41.6 mi in
|
~1h 3m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 65 | 14.5 mi | 17m |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 9.4 mi | 10m |
| I 74 | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| West Main Street | 3.7 mi | 8m |
| SR 39 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| North Meridian Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Lake Ditch Road | 1.5 mi | 5m |
| Old Meridian Street | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
65
— 14.5 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hall, IN and Carmel, IN.
1
Start on West Hurt Road
10 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Hurt Road
2
Turn right onto North Hall Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Hall Road
3
Turn right onto Yale Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Yale Road
4
Turn left onto Lake Ditch Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Ditch Road
5
Turn slight right onto Ira Hinshaw
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Ira Hinshaw
6
Turn left onto Lake Ditch Road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Lake Ditch Road
7
Turn right onto SR 42
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
West Main Street
8
Turn left onto SR 39
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Chestnut Street
9
Continue on SR 39
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
SR 39
Use the left lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I 70: Indianapolis
Use the right lane.
11
Merge onto I 70
9.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
12
Take the exit
2.3 mi
·
4 min
Exit 69
Toward I 465, I 74
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 465, I 74
Use the straight lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 465 North, I 74 West: Peoria
Use the slight left lane.
15
Merge onto I 74; I 465
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
I 74; I 465
16
Keep slight left at fork onto 65
14 mi
·
17 min
·
65
Use the straight lane.
17
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 31
Toward US 31 North: Meridian Street South, Westfield, Kokomo
Use the slight right lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 31 North: Westfield, Kokomo
19
Keep slight left at fork onto US 31
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
US 31
Toward US 31 North: Westfield, Kokomo
20
Merge onto US 31
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
North Meridian Street
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 126
Toward Old Meridan Street
Use the slight right lane.
22
Turn straight onto Old Meridian Street
490 ft
·
13 sec
·
Old Meridian Street
23
Enter roundabout onto Old Meridian Street
209 ft
·
12 sec
·
Old Meridian Street
24
Continue on Old Meridian Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Old Meridian Street
25
Enter roundabout onto Old Meridian Street
109 ft
·
6 sec
·
Old Meridian Street
26
Continue on Old Meridian Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Old Meridian Street
27
Enter roundabout onto Old Meridian Street
112 ft
·
6 sec
·
Old Meridian Street
28
Continue on Old Meridian Street
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Old Meridian Street
29
Enter roundabout onto West Main Street
76 ft
·
4 sec
·
West Main Street
30
Continue on West Main Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Main Street
31
Enter roundabout onto West Main Street
122 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Main Street
32
Continue on West Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
33
Enter roundabout onto West Main Street
70 ft
·
4 sec
·
West Main Street
34
Continue on West Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
35
Enter roundabout onto East Main Street
87 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Main Street
36
Continue on East Main Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
East Main Street
37
Enter roundabout
107 ft
·
2 sec
38
Continue
67 ft
·
1 sec
39
Turn straight onto East Main Street
22 ft
·
0 sec
·
East Main Street
40
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.6 mi from Hall, IN · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.6 miles from Hall, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Carmel, IN
The final approach into Carmel, 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
$7.39 one way
$14.79 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.12 | $16.24 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.10 | $18.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.44 | $20.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.97 | $2.27 |
| Efficient EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.14 | $1.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.62 | $3.03 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Carmel, IN
Morning in Carmel on Friday
Local time
10:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 14m 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 Hall, IN to Carmel, IN covers 47.3 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 65, Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, I 74. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.6 miles from Hall, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.39 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 47.3 miles you will encounter 28 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 17.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Hall, IN and Carmel, IN, road signs point toward Westfield and Kokomo.
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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