Origin
Indianapolis, IN
Morning in Indianapolis on Tuesday
Local time
9:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Indianapolis, IN to Concord, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 1m
Distance
145.2 mi
234 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 50m
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6 AM
3h 2m
8 AM
3h 25m
10 AM
3h 10m
12 PM
3h 8m
3 PM
3h 11m
5 PM
3h 24m
8 PM
2h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Concord, IN
Michiel Meurs
Trip Overview
The drive from Indianapolis, IN to Concord, IN covers 145.2 miles and takes about 3h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 69, Leo Road, Binford Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 114.5 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.05 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
72.6 miles from Indianapolis, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 29m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 3h 1m highway drive covering 145.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and Leo Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 114.5 miles on I 69.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 69 is the longest continuous segment at about 114.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and Leo Road. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Monument Circle.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 145.2 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: at 0.1 miles (Monument Circle): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (East Fall Creek Parkway, North Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 15 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Monument Circle
Turn left onto Monument Circle
Navigation decision point
5
2.6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
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East Fall Creek Parkway, North Drive
Turn right onto East Fall Creek Parkway, North Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
15 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
I 69
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
126.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m in
Take the exit toward SR 1 North: Dupont Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 316
Toward SR 1 North: Dupont Road
5
126.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 114.5 mi | 2h 4m |
| Leo Road | 13.5 mi | 20m |
| Binford Boulevard | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive | 3 mi | 5m |
| North Meridian Street | 2.4 mi | 6m |
| County Road 56 | 2 mi | 7m |
| East Dupont Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| County Road 59 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 114.5 mi, about 2h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indianapolis, IN and Concord, IN.
1
Start on this road
257 ft
·
32 sec
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this road
2
Turn left
37 ft
·
9 sec
3
Turn left onto Monument Circle
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Monument Circle
4
Continue on North Meridian Street
2.4 mi
·
6 min
·
North Meridian Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn right onto East Fall Creek Parkway, North Drive
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
East Fall Creek Parkway, North Drive
Use the right lane.
6
Continue on East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on Binford Boulevard
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Binford Boulevard
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto I 69
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
I 69
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
111 mi
·
2 hr
·
I 69
Use the straight lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
0.8 mi
·
53 sec
·
I 69
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 316
Toward SR 1 North: Dupont Road
12
Keep slight right at fork
351 ft
·
10 sec
13
Turn straight onto SR 1
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East Dupont Road
14
Continue on SR 1
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Leo Road
15
Continue on SR 1
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Saint Joseph Street
16
Continue on SR 1
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Main Street
17
Continue on SR 1
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Leo Road
18
Continue on SR 1
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Center Street
19
Continue on SR 1
9.1 mi
·
13 min
·
Leo Road
20
Continue on CR 59
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 59
21
Turn left onto CR 56
2.0 mi
·
7 min
·
County Road 56
22
At end of road, turn left onto CR 51
181 ft
·
8 sec
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County Road 51
23
Arrive at destination
CR 51
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.6 miles from Indianapolis, IN, or about 1h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 114.5 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 80 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.6 miles or 1h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Concord, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Indianapolis, 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 Indianapolis, IN
This is one driving day of about 145.2 miles and 3h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Indianapolis, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 69 for about 114.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 72.6 mi from Indianapolis, IN · 1h 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 72.6 miles from Indianapolis, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 114.5 miles.
Arriving in Concord, IN
The final approach into Concord, 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 Concord, IN.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.05 one way
$44.11 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $24.31 | $48.62 |
| premium | $4.80 | $27.41 | $54.82 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $32.26 | $64.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.6 | 0 | $15.25 | $6.97 |
| Efficient EV | 36.3 | 0 | $12.70 | $5.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.1 | 0 | $20.33 | $9.29 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% 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
Concord, IN
Morning in Concord on Tuesday
Local time
9:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 1m 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 Indianapolis, IN to Concord, IN covers 145.2 miles and takes about 3h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, Leo Road, Binford Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 72.6 miles from Indianapolis, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.05 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 145.2 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: at 0.1 miles (Monument Circle): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (East Fall Creek Parkway, North Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 15 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Indianapolis, IN to Concord, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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