Origin
Manchester, IN
Morning in Manchester on Wednesday
Local time
9:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Manchester, IN to Fishers, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
90.7 mi
146 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 41m
★
6 AM
1h 49m
8 AM
2h 6m
10 AM
1h 55m
12 PM
1h 53m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manchester, IN
Szymon Shields
Fishers, IN
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Trip Overview
This 90.7-mile drive from Manchester to Fishers, Indiana, is a straightforward trip designed for a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 49 minutes. You'll spend most of your time on interstates, with 92% of the journey on highways, making it a focused drive. The estimated fuel cost is around $14, which is quite budget-friendly for the distance. Given the relatively short duration and highway-focused nature, this route is perfectly suited as a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. Both your origin and destination are within the Midwest region, so expect a familiar landscape throughout your journey.
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
45.4 miles from Manchester, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 90.7-mile trip. You'll be on I-74 and I-69 for much of the drive, offering a consistent and efficient travel pace. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a significant 61.8 miles on I-74, so settle in for a good period of cruising. With 92% of the route on highways, this drive prioritizes speed and directness over varied scenery. You’ll experience the typical characteristics of interstate travel, with smooth pavement and clear directional signage guiding you toward Fishers.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Meridian Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,010 ft
776 ft
Total Climb
218 ft
Total Descent
322 ft
Highest Point
1,010 ft
~6.5 mi in
Elevation Range
235 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Manchester, IN to Fishers, IN is easy. At 1h 49m 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 Manchester, IN to Fishers, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Meridian Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 74 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 465 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 465 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 69 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| IN-37 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 116th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East 116th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Meridian Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manchester, IN and Fishers, IN.
1
Start on County Farm Road
102 ft
·
10 sec
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County Farm Road
2
Turn left
5.3 mi
·
9 min
3
Turn right onto North Meridian Street
6.3 mi
·
10 min
·
North Meridian Street
4
Take the ramp left toward I 74 West: Indianapolis
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
I 74 West: Indianapolis
5
Merge slight left
62 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 465, I 74 West: Shadeland Avenue
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
I 465, I 74 West: Shadeland Avenue
7
Keep slight right to continue on I 465 North: Shadeland Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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I 465 North: Shadeland Avenue
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 465 North
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
I 465 North
9
Merge slight left
10 mi
·
12 min
10
Keep slight right to continue on I 69 North: Fort Wayne
4.2 mi
·
5 min
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I 69 North: Fort Wayne
11
Keep slight right to continue on IN-37
0.8 mi
·
49 sec
·
IN-37
12
Take the exit slight right toward 116th Street
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
116th Street
13
Turn left onto East 116th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East 116th Street
14
Turn left onto Lantern Road
479 ft
·
16 sec
·
Lantern Road
15
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given this is a relatively short, highway-centric drive of under two hours, you have excellent flexibility. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid rush hour in the Indianapolis area as you approach Fishers. With no specific stops recommended, you can easily complete this 90.7-mile journey in one go, or take a brief break if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially before heading out, as the longest stretch on I-74 is 61.8 miles. The $14 fuel cost estimate is a good benchmark for planning your budget for this efficient trip.
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 45.4 miles from Manchester, IN, or about 54m 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 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.4 miles or 54m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fishers, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Manchester, 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 Manchester, IN
This is one driving day of about 90.7 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Manchester, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.4 mi from Manchester, IN · 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 45.4 miles from Manchester, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fishers, IN
The final approach into Fishers, 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 Fishers, 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
$14.18 one way
$28.36 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $15.57 | $31.14 |
| premium | $4.89 | $17.45 | $34.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.03 | $40.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.52 | $4.35 |
| Efficient EV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.94 | $3.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.3 | 0 | $12.70 | $5.80 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Fishers, IN
Morning in Fishers on Wednesday
Local time
9:01 AM
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
3 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
1h 49m 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 Manchester, IN to Fishers, IN covers 90.7 miles and takes about 1h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Meridian Street, I 74 West, I 465. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.4 miles from Manchester, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.18 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.
The drive from Manchester, IN to Fishers, IN is easy. At 1h 49m 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 Manchester, IN to Fishers, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Manchester, IN to Fishers, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 776 ft to 1,010 ft elevation with about 218 ft of total climbing.
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