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Trip from Saint John, IN to Fishers, IN

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

2h 54m

Distance

150.7 mi

243 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 43m ★
6 AM
2h 54m
8 AM
3h 17m
10 AM
3h 2m
12 PM
3h 0m
3 PM
3h 3m
5 PM
3h 15m
8 PM
2h 48m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

town in Lake County, Indiana, United States

Saint John, IN

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city in Hamilton County, Indiana, United States

Fishers, IN

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Trip Overview

This 150.7-mile journey from Saint John, IN to Fishers, IN takes approximately 2 hours and 54 minutes, making it a manageable one-day trip. The route primarily utilizes Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway and I-465, with a brief portion on West 109th Avenue. You can expect a fuel cost of around $24 for this drive. The overall feel is a turn-heavy local experience, suitable for those who prefer a more involved drive over a straightforward interstate cruise. Since both Saint John and Fishers are located in the Midwest region of Indiana, you'll remain within familiar territory throughout your travels.

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

75.4 miles from Saint John, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 54m. Total distance: 150.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile.

Drive Character

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' on this route, with only 13% of it being highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 117.6 miles on Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway, offering a significant period of consistent travel before transitions occur. This drive is characterized by frequent turns and local road segments, so staying attentive to navigation is key. The road will likely evolve from more rural or suburban local roads to potentially busier stretches as you approach your destination in Fishers.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 117.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 41 / Wicker Avenue.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 16 significant decision points across 150.7 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 (US 41 / Wicker Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.5 miles (US 231; SR 55 / West Joliet Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 144 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 41 / Wicker Avenue

Turn left onto US 41 / Wicker Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
7.5 mi into trip | ~12m in | US 231; SR 55 / West Joliet Street

Turn left onto US 231; SR 55 / West Joliet Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.
8
144 mi into trip | ~2h 43m in

Take the exit toward Binford Boulevard, 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 37A Toward Binford Boulevard, Indianapolis
8
149.1 mi into trip | ~2h 51m in | SR 37 / IN-37

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37 / IN-37 toward SR 37 North: 116th Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 205 Toward SR 37 North: 116th Street
7
149.9 mi into trip | ~2h 52m in

Take the exit toward 116th Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 205 Toward 116th Street

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway 117.6 mi 2h 6m
I 465 10.7 mi 12m
West 109th Avenue 5.5 mi 9m
I 865 5.1 mi 6m
I 69 2.8 mi 3m
West Joliet Street 2.7 mi 4m
Wicker Avenue 2 mi 3m
Binford Boulevard 1.1 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway — 117.6 mi, about 2h 6m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Saint John, IN and Fishers, IN.

1

Start on West 93rd Avenue

39 ft · 8 sec · West 93rd Avenue
2

Turn left onto US 41

2.0 mi · 3 min · Wicker Avenue
Use the left lane.
3

Turn left onto US 231

5.5 mi · 9 min · West 109th Avenue
4

At end of road, turn right onto US 231; SR 55

139 ft · 7 sec · South Court Street
5

Turn left onto US 231; SR 55

2.7 mi · 4 min · West Joliet Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
6

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 65 South
7

Merge onto I 65

118 mi · 2 hr 6 min · Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight right at fork onto I 865

5.1 mi · 6 min · I 865
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Merge onto I 465

11 mi · 12 min · I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 37A Toward Binford Boulevard, Indianapolis Use the slight right lane.
11

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 37B Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
12

Merge onto Binford Boulevard

1.1 mi · 1 min · Binford Boulevard
13

Merge onto I 69

2.8 mi · 3 min · I 69
14

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37

0.8 mi · 49 sec · IN-37
Exit 205 Toward SR 37 North: 116th Street Use the slight right lane.
15

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 56 sec
Exit 205 Toward 116th Street Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Turn left onto East 116th Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · East 116th Street
Use the left lane.
17

Turn left onto Lantern Road

478 ft · 16 sec · Lantern Road
18

Arrive at destination

Lantern Road

Trip Plan

Given the 2-hour, 54-minute duration and 150.7-mile distance, this route is best tackled as a single-day adventure. Consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic, especially as you approach I-465. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of approximately $24, planning is straightforward. Pay close attention to your navigation, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests numerous changes in direction. A good tip for this route is to ensure your GPS is up-to-date, as local road configurations can sometimes be tricky.

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 75.4 miles from Saint John, IN, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 117.6 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 33 miles or 42m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 75.4 miles or 1h 27m 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 19m

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 Saint John, 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 Saint John, IN

This is one driving day of about 150.7 miles and 2h 54m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Saint John, 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.
The longest stretch is on Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway for about 117.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 75.4 mi from Saint John, IN · 1h 27m into the drive

Downtown Lafayette, IN, IN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lafayette, IN

75 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

Orland Park, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

West Lafayette, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 75.4 miles from Saint John, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 117.6 miles.

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.

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.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$23.56 one way

$47.12 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 53 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $25.87 $51.74
premium $4.89 $29.00 $58.00
diesel $5.61 $33.27 $66.55

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: 52.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 45.2 0 $15.82 $7.23
Efficient EV 37.7 0 $13.19 $6.03
EV Truck/SUV 60.3 0 $21.10 $9.64

Gas CO2

53 kg

EV CO2

18 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Saint John, IN

Evening in Saint John on Thursday

Local time

7:55 PM

CDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fishers, IN

Evening in Fishers on Thursday

Local time

8:55 PM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

73°F

Lafayette, IN

75 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

1 hour later

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

15 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

2h 54m 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 Saint John, IN to Fishers, IN covers 150.7 miles and takes about 2h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway, I 465, West 109th Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 75.4 miles from Saint John, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.56 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 150.7 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 (US 41 / Wicker Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.5 miles (US 231; SR 55 / West Joliet Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 144 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Saint John, IN to Fishers, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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