Origin
Indianapolis, IN
Night in Indianapolis on Tuesday
Local time
11:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Indianapolis, IN to Flora, IN
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 36m
Distance
65.7 mi
106 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 29m
★
6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Flora, IN
Beyzaa Yurtkuran
Trip Overview
The drive from Indianapolis, IN to Flora, IN covers 65.7 miles and takes about 1h 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, SR 39, State Route 75 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 31.6 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.27 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
32.8 miles from Indianapolis, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 41m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 36m highway drive covering 65.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and SR 39. The longest continuous stretch is about 31.6 miles on I 65.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 31.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and SR 39. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.7 miles you will encounter 14 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 1.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.3 miles (US 52): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 65 North: Chicago
Navigation decision point
Toward I 65 North: Chicago
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
29.3 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
US 52
Take the exit onto US 52 toward US 52 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 141
Toward US 52 West
5
29.5 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
33.3 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward SR 47: Thorntown, Sheridan
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 146
Toward SR 47: Thorntown, Sheridan
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Indianapolis, IN to Flora, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Sheridan along the way.
Sheridan
33.3 mi in
|
~42m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 31.6 mi | 37m |
| SR 39 | 11.5 mi | 16m |
| State Route 75 | 8 mi | 14m |
| County Road 100 West | 5 mi | 8m |
| Delphi Avenue | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| IN-47 | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| North Illinois Street | 1 mi | 3m |
| SR 75 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 31.6 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indianapolis, IN and Flora, IN.
1
Start on this road
257 ft
·
32 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto West Market Street
351 ft
·
18 sec
·
West Market Street
3
Turn right onto North Illinois Street
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Illinois Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 65 North: Chicago
5
Merge onto I 65
28 mi
·
33 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit onto US 52
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
US 52
Exit 141
Toward US 52 West
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
8
Merge onto I 65
3.6 mi
·
3 min
·
I 65
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 146
Toward SR 47: Thorntown, Sheridan
10
Turn right onto SR 47
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
IN-47
11
Turn left onto SR 39
12 mi
·
16 min
·
SR 39
12
Turn left onto US 421; SR 39
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
West Kyger Street
13
Turn right onto SR 75
4.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Delphi Avenue
14
Continue on SR 75
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
SR 75
15
Turn right onto SR 75
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
County Road 100 West
16
Continue on SR 75
8.0 mi
·
14 min
·
State Route 75
17
Turn right onto SR 18
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
East Division Line Road
18
Turn left
54 ft
·
3 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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 32.8 miles from Indianapolis, IN, or about 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.6 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 65.7 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.8 miles or 41m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Flora, 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 65.7 miles and 1h 36m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 31.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.8 mi from Indianapolis, IN · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 65.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.8 miles from Indianapolis, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Flora, IN
The final approach into Flora, 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 Flora, 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
$10.27 one way
$20.54 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.28 | $22.56 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.64 | $25.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.51 | $29.01 |
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: 23 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.90 | $3.15 |
| Efficient EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.75 | $2.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.20 | $4.20 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Flora, IN
Night in Flora on Tuesday
Local time
11:16 PM
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 36m 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 Flora, IN covers 65.7 miles and takes about 1h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, SR 39, State Route 75. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.8 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 $10.27 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 65.7 miles you will encounter 14 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 1.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.3 miles (US 52): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Indianapolis, IN to Flora, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Sheridan along the way.
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