Origin
Noblesville, IN
Afternoon in Noblesville on Friday
Local time
4:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 16m
Distance
93.9 mi
151 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Noblesville, IN
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Pulaski County, IN
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Noblesville, IN to Pulaski County, IN is 93.9 miles and takes about 2 hours 16 minutes via US 31 and US 35, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest, keeping you in Indiana for the entire journey. Expect a mixed drive with a significant portion on highways, offering a blend of efficiency and local road navigation. It's a straightforward trip, ideal for a single day of travel without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.9 miles from Noblesville, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 16m. Total distance: 93.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Straightforward navigation.
This route is a mixed drive, with 58% of it being highway, so you'll experience both faster-paced travel and more local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 31.6 miles on US 31. As you progress, the drive shifts between efficient highway segments and sections that will likely feel more like navigating through smaller towns and rural areas. This variety means you won't be stuck in a monotonous interstate grind, but you'll also need to stay aware of changing speed limits and road conditions.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near SR 38 / Sheridan Avenue.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Noblesville, IN to Pulaski County, IN is easy. At 2h 16m with 58% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (SR 38 / Sheridan Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.4 miles (Sheridan Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Enter roundabout onto SR 38 / Sheridan Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Enter roundabout onto Sheridan Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Take the ramp toward US 31 North: Kokomo
Navigation decision point
Take the exit onto US 35 toward US 35 North: Galveston, Logansport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit onto US 24; US 35 toward US 24 West, US 35 North, SR 25 North: Monticello, La Porte, Rochester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Noblesville, IN and Pulaski County, IN, road signs point toward Logansport, La Porte and Rochester.
Logansport
La Porte
Rochester
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 31 | 31.6 mi | 38m |
| Logansport Bypass Road | 24.8 mi | 36m |
| US 35 | 22.5 mi | 32m |
| Sheridan Avenue | 6.3 mi | 9m |
| East 11th Street | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| South Monticello Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| 500 W | 0.9 mi | 3m |
| East Conner Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Noblesville, IN and Pulaski County, IN.
Start on SR 32; SR 38
Continue on SR 32; SR 38
Enter roundabout onto SR 38
Continue on SR 38
Enter roundabout onto Sheridan Avenue
Continue on Sheridan Avenue
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 31
Take the exit onto US 35
At end of road, turn left onto US 35
Take the exit onto US 24; US 35
Turn right onto US 24; US 35
Continue on US 35
Turn left onto SR 14
Turn left onto 500 W
Arrive at destination
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours 16 minutes, this trip is perfectly suited for a same-day adventure, offering plenty of flexibility. You can easily depart in the morning and arrive with ample time for activities in Pulaski County. With a fuel cost estimated around $15, it's an economical trip to plan for. While there are no specific stops noted, the longest stretch is over 31 miles, so consider a quick break before or during that segment to stay refreshed. Keep an eye out for the transition from US 31 to US 35, as this is a key point where the road character might change.
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.
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 21 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.9 miles or 1h 2m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pulaski County, IN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Noblesville, 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 Noblesville, IN
This is one driving day of about 93.9 miles and 2h 16m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.9 mi from Noblesville, IN · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 46.9 miles from Noblesville, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Pulaski County, 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 Pulaski County, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$14.68 one way
$29.36 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.12 | $32.24 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.07 | $36.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.73 | $41.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.2 | 0 | $9.86 | $4.51 |
| Efficient EV | 23.5 | 0 | $8.22 | $3.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.6 | 0 | $13.15 | $6.01 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Afternoon in Noblesville on Friday
Local time
4:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Pulaski County on Friday
Local time
4:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
72°F
Miami, IN
47 mi in
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
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
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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