Origin
Indianapolis, IN
Late night in Indianapolis on Wednesday
Local time
5:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Indianapolis, IN to Hendricks, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
24m
Distance
12.7 mi
20 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
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6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hendricks, IN
Kei Scampa
Trip Overview
This short 12.7-mile journey from Indianapolis to Hendricks, Indiana, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 24 minutes to complete. Primarily utilizing South Meridian Street, South East Street, and Madison Avenue, this route offers a local driving experience with no highway time. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $2, it's an economical option for a quick trip within the Midwest region. The drive is characterized by frequent turns, making it best suited for those who prefer navigating local roads over straight-line highway cruising. Given its brevity, it’s an ideal addition to a larger itinerary or a standalone errand.
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
6.3 miles from Indianapolis, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy' local drive on this route, with no portion of the journey on highways. Your longest uninterrupted stretch will be about 3 miles along South Meridian Street. The roads you'll be on, including South Meridian Street, South East Street, and Madison Avenue, are typical of an urban and suburban environment, meaning you’ll likely encounter traffic lights and various intersections. The character of the drive is consistent throughout, focusing on navigating through established city and town infrastructure.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Meridian Street is the longest continuous segment at about 3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. 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.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 12.7 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: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Monument Circle): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (East Henry Street): Navigation decision point.
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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Turn left
Navigation decision point
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
4
0.7 mi into trip
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~2m in
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East Henry Street
Turn left onto East Henry Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.7 mi into trip
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~3m in
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South Pennsylvania Street
Turn right onto South Pennsylvania Street
Navigation decision point
4
1 mi into trip
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~3m in
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Madison Avenue
Keep slight left at fork onto Madison Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Meridian Street | 3 mi | 4m |
| South East Street | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Madison Avenue | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| County Road 300 West | 2 mi | 3m |
| West Smith Valley Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Edgewood Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Meridian Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South Pennsylvania Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Meridian Street
— 3 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indianapolis, IN and Hendricks, IN.
1
Start on this road
257 ft
·
32 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
37 ft
·
9 sec
3
Turn left onto Monument Circle
303 ft
·
12 sec
·
Monument Circle
4
Turn right onto North Meridian Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Meridian Street
5
Continue on Madison Avenue
499 ft
·
21 sec
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Madison Avenue
6
Turn left onto East Henry Street
347 ft
·
13 sec
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East Henry Street
7
Turn right onto South Pennsylvania Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
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South Pennsylvania Street
8
Continue on Madison Avenue
474 ft
·
18 sec
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Madison Avenue
9
Keep slight left at fork onto Madison Avenue
2.5 mi
·
4 min
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Madison Avenue
10
Keep slight right at fork onto South East Street
2.9 mi
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4 min
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South East Street
11
Turn right onto East Edgewood Avenue
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
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East Edgewood Avenue
12
Turn left onto SR 135
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
South Meridian Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on SR 135
2.0 mi
·
3 min
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County Road 300 West
14
Turn left onto West Smith Valley Road
0.6 mi
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1 min
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West Smith Valley Road
15
Turn left onto Schooley Drive
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
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Schooley Drive
16
Arrive at destination
Schooley Drive
Trip Plan
For this short 24-minute drive covering just 12.7 miles, flexibility is your greatest advantage. There’s no need to split this trip, and you can easily complete it within a single day. Given the low fuel cost of around $2, you won't need to worry about frequent refueling. Since this is a 'turn-heavy' local drive, pay close attention to navigation and be prepared for frequent stops at traffic signals and intersections, especially on main roads like South Meridian Street. Leaving at a time that avoids peak local traffic will make the experience smoother.
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 6.3 miles from Indianapolis, IN, or about 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3 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 12.7 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.3 miles or 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hendricks, 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 12.7 miles and 24m.
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 South Meridian Street for about 3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.3 mi from Indianapolis, IN · 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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 12.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.3 miles from Indianapolis, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hendricks, IN
The final approach into Hendricks, 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 Hendricks, 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
$1.99 one way
$3.97 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.18 | $4.36 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.44 | $4.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.80 | $5.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.33 | $0.61 |
| Efficient EV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.11 | $0.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.78 | $0.81 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Hendricks, IN
Late night in Hendricks on Wednesday
Local time
5:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°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
1 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
24m 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 Hendricks, IN covers 12.7 miles and takes about 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Meridian Street, South East Street, Madison Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.3 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 $1.99 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 12.7 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: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Monument Circle): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (East Henry Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Indianapolis, IN to Hendricks, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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