Origin
Long Beach, IN
Afternoon in Long Beach on Monday
Local time
2:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Long Beach, IN to Carmel, IN
Drive Time
2h 42m
Distance
156.4 mi
252 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 31m
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6 AM
2h 42m
8 AM
3h 3m
10 AM
2h 50m
12 PM
2h 47m
3 PM
2h 51m
5 PM
3h 2m
8 PM
2h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Long Beach, IN
Wolfgang Weiser
Carmel, IN
Kinley Lindsey
Trip Overview
The drive from Long Beach, IN to Carmel, IN covers 156.4 miles and takes about 2h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Somerset Road, Oriole Trail, Avondale Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.76 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
78.2 miles from Long Beach, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 42m drive with frequent turns across 156.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Somerset Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Long Beach, IN to Carmel, IN is easy. At 2h 42m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Long Beach, IN to Carmel, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Somerset Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Oriole Trail | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Avondale Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Karwick Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Warnke Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Michigan Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Jefferson Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Monroe Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Somerset Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Long Beach, IN and Carmel, IN.
1
Start on Claremont Avenue
138 ft
·
6 sec
·
Claremont Avenue
2
Keep slight left to continue on Somerset Road
121 ft
·
6 sec
·
Somerset Road
3
Continue on Somerset Road
210 ft
·
14 sec
·
Somerset Road
4
Turn right onto Oriole Trail
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
Oriole Trail
5
Turn right onto Avondale Drive
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Avondale Drive
6
Continue on North Karwick Road
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
North Karwick Road
7
Continue on Warnke Road
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Warnke Road
8
Continue on Warnke Road
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
Warnke Road
9
At the end of the road, turn left onto East Michigan Boulevard
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East Michigan Boulevard
10
Continue straight
1.2 mi
·
1 min
11
Turn right
7.5 mi
·
12 min
12
Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Jefferson Avenue
13
Turn right onto Monroe Street
6.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Monroe Street
14
Continue straight
9.5 mi
·
13 min
15
Turn left onto Grand Army of the Republic Highway
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
16
Continue on Roosevelt Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Roosevelt Road
17
Continue on Grand Army of the Republic Highway
9.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
18
Take the ramp slight right
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
19
Merge slight left
11 mi
·
13 min
20
Merge slight left
0.9 mi
·
1 min
21
Turn slight right
512 ft
·
7 sec
22
Continue straight
85 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
23
Turn right onto East 226th Street
269 ft
·
10 sec
·
East 226th Street
24
Turn left
322 ft
·
51 sec
25
Continue straight
322 ft
·
25 sec
26
Turn right onto East 226th Street
269 ft
·
10 sec
·
East 226th Street
27
Turn right
8.0 mi
·
10 min
28
Take the exit slight right toward Keystone Parkway, Rangeline Road, Clay Terrace Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Keystone Parkway, Rangeline Road, Clay Terrace Boulevard
29
Keep slight left to continue on Keystone Parkway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Keystone Parkway
30
Take the exit slight right toward Main Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Main Street
31
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Main Street
23 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Main Street
32
Exit the roundabout onto East Main Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
East Main Street
33
Arrive at your 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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 78.2 miles from Long Beach, IN, or about 1h 21m into the drive.
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 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78.2 miles or 1h 21m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Carmel, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Long Beach, 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 Long Beach, IN
This is one driving day of about 156.4 miles and 2h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Long Beach, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 78.2 mi from Long Beach, IN · 1h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 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 78.2 miles from Long Beach, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Carmel, IN
The final approach into Carmel, 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 Carmel, 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
$23.76 one way
$47.51 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
55 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $26.19 | $52.38 |
| premium | $4.80 | $29.53 | $59.05 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $34.75 | $69.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.9 | 0 | $16.42 | $7.51 |
| Efficient EV | 39.1 | 0 | $13.69 | $6.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62.6 | 0 | $21.90 | $10.01 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Carmel, IN
Afternoon in Carmel on Monday
Local time
3:28 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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
7 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 42m 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 Long Beach, IN to Carmel, IN covers 156.4 miles and takes about 2h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Somerset Road, Oriole Trail, Avondale Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 78.2 miles from Long Beach, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.76 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.
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 Long Beach, IN to Carmel, IN is easy. At 2h 42m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Long Beach, IN to Carmel, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Long Beach, IN to Carmel, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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