Origin
Mulberry, IN
Evening in Mulberry on Thursday
Local time
6:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mulberry, IN to Alaska, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 3m
Distance
84.7 mi
136 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 55m
★
6 AM
2h 3m
8 AM
2h 21m
10 AM
2h 10m
12 PM
2h 8m
3 PM
2h 10m
5 PM
2h 20m
8 PM
1h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mulberry, IN
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Alaska, IN
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Trip Overview
This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive covering 84.7 miles between Mulberry, Indiana, and Alaska, Indiana. Expect the journey to take approximately 2 hours and 3 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day road trip. The route is primarily on major interstates, including I-65 and I-465, with a significant 61% share of highway driving. With an estimated fuel cost of around $13, this trip is quite budget-friendly for those exploring within the Midwest region. It's a practical option for a quick transit or a focused drive without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.3 miles from Mulberry, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 3m. Total distance: 84.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The drive predominantly follows major highways, offering a consistent pace for most of the 84.7 miles. With 61% of the route on highways like I-65 and Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, you'll experience stretches of efficient travel. The longest uninterrupted segment is 34 miles on I-65, allowing for a solid period of cruising. While not exceptionally varied, this highway-focused profile means you can expect consistent road conditions and speeds, making it a predictable driving experience from start to finish.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 34 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 84.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 36.9 miles (I 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
6
36.9 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
I 65
Keep slight left at fork onto I 65
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
53.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport, Indianapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 9A-B
Toward I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis Internat...
9
53.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 9B
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis Int...
7
56 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 West: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Mulberry, IN and Alaska, IN, road signs point toward Indianapolis International Airport, Indianapolis and County Road 1100 West.
Indianapolis International Airport
53.1 mi in
|
~1h 13m
Indianapolis
53.1 mi in
|
~1h 13m
County Road 1100 West
75.5 mi in
|
~1h 40m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 34 mi | 37m |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 19.2 mi | 20m |
| I 465 | 9.5 mi | 10m |
| SR 42 | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| West Mulberry Jefferson Road | 4.2 mi | 12m |
| SR 28 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| North County Road 580 West | 1.2 mi | 4m |
| North Craver Road | 1.1 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 34 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mulberry, IN and Alaska, IN.
1
Start on this road
9 ft
·
2 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
36 ft
·
4 sec
3
Turn right onto South Main Street
458 ft
·
20 sec
·
South Main Street
4
Turn slight left onto Jefferson Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Jefferson Road
5
Continue on West Mulberry Jefferson Road
4.2 mi
·
12 min
·
West Mulberry Jefferson Road
6
Turn right onto North County Road 580 West
1.2 mi
·
4 min
·
North County Road 580 West
7
Turn right onto SR 28
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 28
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 65 South: Indianapolis
9
Merge onto I 65
28 mi
·
30 min
·
I 65
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 65
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 123
Toward I 465 South
12
Continue on this road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
Exit 123
Toward I 465 South
13
Merge onto I 465
9.5 mi
·
10 min
·
I 465
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 9A-B
Toward I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport, Indianapolis
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork
2.6 mi
·
5 min
Exit 9B
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis
Use the slight left lane.
17
Merge onto I 70
19 mi
·
20 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 51
Toward County Road 1100 West
19
Turn left onto North Little Point Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Little Point Road
20
At end of road, turn right onto SR 42
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
SR 42
21
Turn left onto SR 42
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
SR 42
22
Turn right onto SR 42
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
SR 42
23
Continue on North Craver Road
1.1 mi
·
4 min
·
North Craver Road
24
Continue on Awbrey Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Awbrey Road
25
Turn right onto North Wilson Road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Wilson Road
26
Turn right onto Lewisville Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Lewisville Road
27
Arrive at destination
Lewisville Road
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 2-hour duration and 84.7-mile distance, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. You have the flexibility to leave whenever suits you best, perhaps avoiding peak commuter times on I-465. With no designated stops provided, plan for a fuel and rest break around the halfway point or when you feel it's needed, keeping the $13 fuel cost in mind. A good tip for this route is to monitor traffic around the I-465 interchange, as it can become busy depending on the time of day.
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 42.3 miles from Mulberry, IN, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34 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 19 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.3 miles or 1h 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alaska, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mulberry, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Mulberry, IN
This is one driving day of about 84.7 miles and 2h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Mulberry, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 34 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42.3 mi from Mulberry, IN · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.3 miles from Mulberry, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Alaska, IN
The final approach into Alaska, 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 Alaska, 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
$13.24 one way
$26.48 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $14.54 | $29.08 |
| premium | $4.89 | $16.30 | $32.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.70 | $37.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.89 | $4.07 |
| Efficient EV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.41 | $3.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.9 | 0 | $11.86 | $5.42 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Alaska, IN
Evening in Alaska on Thursday
Local time
6:12 PM
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
21 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 3m 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 Mulberry, IN to Alaska, IN covers 84.7 miles and takes about 2h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, I 465. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42.3 miles from Mulberry, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.24 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 is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 84.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 36.9 miles (I 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Mulberry, IN and Alaska, IN, road signs point toward Indianapolis International Airport, Indianapolis and County Road 1100 West.
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