Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
39.3 mi
63 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alaska, IN
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Indianapolis, IN to Alaska, IN is 39.3 miles and takes about 1h 1m via Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a short drive entirely within the Midwest, specifically Indiana. It's a local trip, meaning you'll be navigating through towns and local roads rather than long stretches of open highway. Plan for a straightforward journey that should be easy to complete in a single day, offering a convenient option for a quick local excursion.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 1m. Total distance: 39.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (14%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
This drive leans towards a turn-heavy local experience, with only 14% of the route on highways. You'll encounter a mix of roads including Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, SR 42, and North Craver Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 28.7 miles on the Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, giving you some consistent driving time before you need to navigate local turns. Expect a varied driving feel as you transition between these different road types.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Market Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 39.3 miles you will encounter 12 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 (West Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (North Capitol Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto West Market Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto North Capitol Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward County Road 1100 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
At end of road, turn right onto SR 42
Navigation decision point
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Indianapolis, IN to Alaska, IN, road signs begin pointing toward County Road 1100 West along the way.
County Road 1100 West
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 28.7 mi | 33m |
| SR 42 | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| North Craver Road | 1.1 mi | 4m |
| North Wilson Road | 1 mi | 3m |
| Lewisville Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North Little Point Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South Capitol Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Awbrey Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Indianapolis, IN and Alaska, IN.
Start on this road
Turn left onto West Market Street
At end of road, turn left onto North Capitol Avenue
Keep slight right at fork onto South Capitol Avenue
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 70
Take the exit
Turn left onto North Little Point Road
At end of road, turn right onto SR 42
Turn left onto SR 42
Turn right onto SR 42
Continue on North Craver Road
Continue on Awbrey Road
Turn right onto North Wilson Road
Turn right onto Lewisville Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.6 mi from Indianapolis, IN · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 19.6 miles from Indianapolis, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Alaska, 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.
Regular Gas
$6.14 one way
$12.29 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.75 | $13.49 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.56 | $15.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.68 | $17.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.13 | $1.89 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.44 | $1.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.50 | $2.52 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Morning in Indianapolis on Friday
Local time
10:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Clear
Destination
Morning in Alaska on Friday
Local time
10:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°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.
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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