Origin
Indianapolis, IN
Morning in Indianapolis on Monday
Local time
8:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Indianapolis, IN to Wakarusa, IN
Drive Time
3h 14m
Distance
141 mi
227 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
19 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 3m
★
6 AM
3h 14m
8 AM
3h 38m
10 AM
3h 23m
12 PM
3h 20m
3 PM
3h 24m
5 PM
3h 37m
8 PM
3h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wakarusa, IN
Min An
Trip Overview
The drive from Indianapolis, IN to Wakarusa, IN covers 141 miles and takes about 3h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Meridian Street, Grand Army of the Republic Highway, Plymouth Goshen Trail for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 120.7 miles on North Meridian Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.42 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
70.5 miles from Indianapolis, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 14m drive with frequent turns across 141 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Meridian Street is the longest continuous segment at about 120.7 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
899 ft
828 ft
Total Climb
60 ft
Total Descent
124 ft
Highest Point
899 ft
~20.1 mi in
Elevation Range
72 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Indianapolis, IN to Wakarusa, IN is easy. At 3h 14m with 1% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 122.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Monument Circle
Turn left onto Monument Circle
Navigation decision point
5
122.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 43m in
Take the exit toward US 6: Walkerton, Bremen
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 6: Walkerton, Bremen
4
133.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 58m in
|
Plymouth Goshen Trail
Turn left onto Plymouth Goshen Trail
Navigation decision point
4
137.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 6m in
|
CR 46 / County Road 46
At end of road, turn right onto CR 46 / County Road 46
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Indianapolis, IN to Wakarusa, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Bremen along the way.
Bremen
122.2 mi in
|
~2h 43m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Meridian Street | 120.7 mi | 2h 40m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 10.6 mi | 14m |
| Plymouth Goshen Trail | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| County Road 3 | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| County Road 146 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| US Highway 31 North | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| South Elkhart Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| County Road 46 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North Meridian Street
— 120.7 mi, about 2h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indianapolis, IN and Wakarusa, IN.
1
Start on the route
256 ft
·
33 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left
36 ft
·
10 sec
3
Turn left onto Monument Circle
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Monument Circle
4
Continue on North Meridian Street
11 mi
·
23 min
·
North Meridian Street
5
Continue on North Meridian Street
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
North Meridian Street
6
Continue on US Highway 31 North
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 31 North
7
Continue on North Meridian Street
107 mi
·
2 hr 12 min
·
North Meridian Street
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 6: Walkerton, Bremen
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
US 6: Walkerton, Bremen
9
Turn right onto Grand Army of the Republic Highway
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
10
Turn left onto Plymouth Goshen Trail
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Plymouth Goshen Trail
11
Continue on County Road 146
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
County Road 146
12
At the end of the road, turn right onto County Road 46
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
County Road 46
13
Turn left onto County Road 3
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 3
14
At the end of the road, turn right onto County Road 42
197 ft
·
14 sec
·
County Road 42
15
Turn left onto County Road 3
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 3
16
Continue on South Elkhart Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Elkhart Street
17
Turn right onto East Waterford Street
39 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Waterford Street
18
Arrive at your destination
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 70.5 miles from Indianapolis, IN, or about 1h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 120.7 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 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70.5 miles or 1h 39m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wakarusa, 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 141 miles and 3h 14m.
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 North Meridian Street for about 120.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 70.5 mi from Indianapolis, IN · 1h 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
71 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 70.5 miles from Indianapolis, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before North Meridian Street if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 120.7 miles.
Arriving in Wakarusa, IN
The final approach into Wakarusa, 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 Wakarusa, 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
$21.42 one way
$42.83 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $23.61 | $47.22 |
| premium | $4.80 | $26.62 | $53.24 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $31.33 | $62.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
EV Charging Along Route
19 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
The Amp at 16 Tech - Tesla Supercharger
Indianapolis, IN
Tesla
16 DCFC
Target - Tesla Supercharger
Indianapolis, IN
Tesla
16 DCFC
Plaza Garage - Tesla Supercharger
Indianapolis, IN
Tesla
12 DCFC
Meijer - Tesla Supercharger
Carmel, IN
Tesla
10 DCFC
GetGo Café and Market - Tesla Supercharger
Carmel, IN
Tesla
8 DCFC
Simon Fashion Mall at Keystone (Indianapolis, IN)
Indianapolis, IN
Electrify America
6 DCFC
Meijer #130 (Carmel, IN)
Carmel, IN
Electrify America
6 DCFC
Tom Wood Ford
Indianapolis, IN
FORD_CHARGE
4 DCFC
Tesla: 5
ChargePoint Network: 4
eVgo Network: 2
Electrify America: 2
Non-Networked: 2
FORD_CHARGE: 2
CHARGELAB: 2
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42.3 | 0 | $14.80 | $6.77 |
| Efficient EV | 35.3 | 0 | $12.34 | $5.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 56.4 | 0 | $19.74 | $9.02 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Wakarusa, IN
Morning in Wakarusa on Monday
Local time
8:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
8 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 14m 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 Wakarusa, IN covers 141 miles and takes about 3h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Meridian Street, Grand Army of the Republic Highway, Plymouth Goshen Trail. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 70.5 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 $21.42 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.
The drive from Indianapolis, IN to Wakarusa, IN is easy. At 3h 14m with 1% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Monument Circle): Navigation decision point; at 122.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Indianapolis, IN to Wakarusa, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Bremen along the way.
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