Origin
Southport, IN
Evening in Southport on Sunday
Local time
8:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Southport, IN to Fishers, IN
Drive Time
35m
Distance
27.1 mi
44 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
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6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Southport, IN
Harrison Reilly
Fishers, IN
Quang Nguyen Vinh
Trip Overview
Navigating the 27.1-mile stretch from Southport to Fishers is a straightforward commute that typically takes about 35 minutes. Since this is an efficient, highway-focused drive, you can easily complete the entire trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $4 on fuel for the journey, making it a very budget-friendly transit across the Midwest. By utilizing I-69, US-31, and East Southport Road, you will find this route serves as a practical link between these two Indiana communities. Whether you are heading north for business or personal errands, the lack of required stops ensures you reach your destination quickly.
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
13.6 miles from Southport, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed experience, as 93% of your journey consists of highway driving. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-69, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 21.9 miles that dominates the profile of the trip. The transition from local roads like East Southport Road onto the major interstate happens quickly, shifting the character of the drive from local traffic to a steady, fast-paced interstate pace. Because the route is so heavily focused on highway travel, you will find the drive to be a consistent, predictable experience rather than a winding or scenic backcountry tour.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 69 is the longest continuous segment at about 21.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and US 31. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.2 miles in near US 31.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 27.1 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 3.2 miles (US 31): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.3 miles (US 31): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.3 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
3.2 mi into trip
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~5m in
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US 31
Take the ramp onto US 31 toward I 465 West, I 74 West, I 465 East, I 74 East, US 31 North
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 465 West, I 74 West, I 465 East, I 74...
9
3.3 mi into trip
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~5m in
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US 31
Keep slight right at fork onto US 31 toward I 465 East, I 74 East, US 31 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 465 East, I 74 East, US 31 North
8
21.3 mi into trip
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~26m in
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I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Exit 37
Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
8
25.5 mi into trip
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~32m in
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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
26.3 mi into trip
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~33m 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 |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 21.9 mi | 26m |
| US 31 | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| East Southport Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| IN-37 | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| East 116th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Lantern Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 21.9 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southport, IN and Fishers, IN.
1
Start on this road
51 ft
·
4 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto East Southport Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Southport Road
3
Turn right onto US 31
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
US 31
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Take the ramp onto US 31
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
US 31
Toward I 465 West, I 74 West, I 465 East, I 74 East, US 31 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 31
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
US 31
Toward I 465 East, I 74 East, US 31 North
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 69; I 74; I 465
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 69; I 74; I 465
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on I 69; I 465
12 mi
·
13 min
·
I 69; I 465
Use the none lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
I 69
Exit 37
Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
Use the none lane.
9
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.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 205
Toward 116th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn left onto East 116th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East 116th Street
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto Lantern Road
478 ft
·
16 sec
·
Lantern Road
13
Arrive at destination
Lantern Road
Trip Plan
Given the short 35-minute duration, you have total flexibility in your departure time, though avoiding peak rush hours is always a smart way to ensure you maintain that estimated travel time. Since there are zero required stops along the way, you can easily cruise through the entire 27.1 miles without needing to break for fuel or rest. Keep a close eye on traffic patterns as you merge onto I-69, as this is the primary artery for your trip. Since your fuel budget is quite low at $4, you won't need to stress about locating gas stations mid-route. Use this efficiency to your advantage by planning your arrival in Fishers exactly when you need to be there.
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 13.6 miles from Southport, IN, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.9 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 27.1 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.6 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 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 Southport, 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 Southport, IN
This is one driving day of about 27.1 miles and 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Southport, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 69 for about 21.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.6 mi from Southport, IN · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 27.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.6 miles from Southport, 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
$4.12 one way
$8.23 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $4.54 | $9.08 |
| premium | $4.80 | $5.12 | $10.23 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.02 | $12.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.85 | $1.30 |
| Efficient EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.37 | $1.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.79 | $1.73 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Fishers, IN
Evening in Fishers on Sunday
Local time
8:57 PM
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
1 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
35m 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 Southport, IN to Fishers, IN covers 27.1 miles and takes about 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, US 31, East Southport Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.6 miles from Southport, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.12 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 10 significant decision points across 27.1 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: at 3.2 miles (US 31): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.3 miles (US 31): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.3 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Southport, IN to Fishers, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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