Origin
Olive, IN
Morning in Olive on Wednesday
Local time
8:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
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Drive Time
3h 4m
Distance
142.8 mi
230 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Olive, IN
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Fishers, IN
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This 142.8-mile drive from Olive, Indiana to Fishers, Indiana is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 3 hours and 4 minutes. With 88% of the route on highways, it's designed for efficient travel, making it an ideal day trip. You can expect a fuel cost of around $22 for this trip. The drive stays within the Midwest region, offering a familiar landscape as you make your way south. Given the relatively short duration and highway nature, it's a practical option for a quick visit or transit between these Indiana locations.
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
71.4 miles from Olive, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 29m into the drive .
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Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 88% of your travel occurring on major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch spans an impressive 111.6 miles, primarily on US 31, which means you'll have extended periods of consistent driving. The Saint Joseph Valley Parkway and IN-37 also contribute to this highway character. This profile suggests a drive where you can maintain steady speeds for significant portions, with fewer distractions from local traffic or frequent town passages.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 31 and Saint Joseph Valley Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.3 miles in near US 31.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 142.8 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: at 14.3 miles (US 31): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 126.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 133.7 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit onto US 31 toward US 31 South: Plymouth, Indianapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward SR 38: Sheridan, Noblesville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Take the exit toward 116th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward Fishers, Conner Prairie
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Olive, IN and Fishers, IN, road signs point toward Indianapolis and Noblesville.
Indianapolis
Noblesville
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 31 | 111.6 mi | 2h 17m |
| Saint Joseph Valley Parkway | 7.7 mi | 8m |
| IN-37 | 6.1 mi | 8m |
| East Michigan Street | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| Sheridan Avenue | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Westfield Road | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Little Chicago Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| West Conner Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Olive, IN and Fishers, IN.
Start on Smilax Road
Turn right onto US 20
Continue on US 20
Take the ramp onto US 20
Merge onto US 20; US 31
Take the exit onto US 31
Merge onto US 31
Turn slight right
Continue on US 31
Turn right onto East 226th Street
Turn left
Continue on this road
Turn right onto East 226th Street
Turn right onto US 31
Take the exit
Turn left onto SR 38
Turn right onto Little Chicago Road
Enter roundabout onto Little Chicago Road
Continue on Little Chicago Road
Turn left onto SR 32
Enter roundabout
Continue
Continue on SR 32
Enter roundabout onto Westfield Road
Continue on Westfield Road
Enter roundabout onto SR 32; SR 38
Continue on SR 32; SR 38
Continue on SR 32; SR 38
Turn right onto SR 37
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn right onto East 116th Street
Turn left onto Lantern Road
Arrive at destination
With a total duration of just over 3 hours, this drive is perfectly suited for a single day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. You'll encounter one primary road, US 31, for a substantial portion of the journey, so keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 111.6-mile stretch. While there's only one suggested stop, consider breaking up your drive with a brief rest or fuel stop around the halfway point to stay refreshed. The estimated fuel cost of $22 is a helpful budget point for planning.
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.
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 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 71.4 miles or 1h 29m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fishers, IN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Olive, 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 Olive, IN
This is one driving day of about 142.8 miles and 3h 4m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 71.4 mi from Olive, IN · 1h 29m 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 71.4 miles from Olive, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 31 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 111.6 miles.
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.
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.
Regular Gas
$22.33 one way
$44.65 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $24.51 | $49.02 |
| premium | $4.89 | $27.48 | $54.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.53 | $63.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42.8 | 0 | $14.99 | $6.85 |
| Efficient EV | 35.7 | 0 | $12.50 | $5.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 57.1 | 0 | $19.99 | $9.14 |
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Olive on Wednesday
Local time
8:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Fishers on Wednesday
Local time
8:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
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.
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