Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
55m
Distance
43.6 mi
70 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Spiceland, IN
Wolfgang Weiser
The drive from Indianapolis, IN to Spiceland, IN covers 43.6 miles and takes about 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 70, SR 3, East Market Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 40.1 miles on I 70. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.82 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 43.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 55m highway drive covering 43.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 70 and SR 3. The longest continuous stretch is about 40.1 miles on I 70.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and SR 3. 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.
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 43.6 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 1.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Monument Circle
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 East: Dayton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 70
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 3: New Castle, Spiceland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 40.1 mi | 45m |
| SR 3 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| East Market Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| East Ohio Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Pine Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Monument Circle | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Park Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Indianapolis, IN and Spiceland, IN.
Start on this road
Turn left
Turn left onto Monument Circle
Turn right onto East Market Street
Turn left onto North Park Avenue
Turn right onto East Ohio Street
Continue on North Pine Street
Take the ramp
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 70
Take the exit
Turn right onto SR 3
Turn slight right onto East Main Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.8 mi from Indianapolis, IN · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 21.8 miles from Indianapolis, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Spiceland, IN if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$6.82 one way
$13.63 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.48 | $14.97 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.39 | $16.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.63 | $19.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.58 | $2.09 |
| Efficient EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.82 | $1.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.10 | $2.79 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Indianapolis on Thursday
Local time
9:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Night in Spiceland on Thursday
Local time
9:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°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.
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