Origin
Tipton, IN
Morning in Tipton on Friday
Local time
11:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tipton, IN to Indianapolis, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
40.5 mi
65 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tipton, IN
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Tipton to Indianapolis, you are looking at a straightforward 40.5-mile journey through the heart of the Midwest. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 4 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of just $6, the route is highly economical for travelers moving between these two Indiana locations. You will primarily navigate via IN-37, Binford Boulevard, and Cicero Road. This drive offers a practical connection between the two points, providing a simple and efficient transition through the region.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 40.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
This mixed drive balances highway travel with local road navigation as you head toward the capital. Approximately 32% of your journey takes place on highways, providing a consistent pace for nearly a third of the trip. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch along IN-37, which spans 6.5 miles of the total distance. Because the route blends these faster segments with local thoroughfares like Binford Boulevard, you should prepare for shifts in traffic flow. It is a functional drive that trades high-speed monotony for a more varied experience on the approach to Indianapolis.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
IN-37 is the longest continuous segment at about 6.5 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
869 ft
714 ft
Total Climb
55 ft
Total Descent
209 ft
Highest Point
869 ft
Elevation Range
156 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Main Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 40.5 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.9 miles (SR 32; SR 38 / West Conner Street): Navigation decision point; at 18.2 miles (SR 37 / IN-37): 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.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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South Main Street
Turn left onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
16.9 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
SR 32; SR 38 / West Conner Street
At end of road, turn left onto SR 32; SR 38 / West Conner Street
Navigation decision point
4
18.2 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
SR 37 / IN-37
Turn right onto SR 37 / IN-37
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
40.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
40.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
At end of road, turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IN-37 | 6.5 mi | 8m |
| Binford Boulevard | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| Cicero Road | 5.4 mi | 8m |
| North Peru Street | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| I 69 | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive | 3 mi | 5m |
| South 150 West | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| North Meridian Street | 2.4 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
IN-37
— 6.5 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tipton, IN and Indianapolis, IN.
1
Start on East Jefferson Street
30 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Jefferson Street
2
Turn left onto South Main Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
3
Continue on SR 19
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
South 150 West
4
Continue on SR 19
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
·
Cicero Avenue
5
Continue on SR 19
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Cicero Road
6
Continue on SR 19
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Cicero Avenue
7
Continue on SR 19
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
North Peru Street
8
Continue on SR 19
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Cicero Road
9
At end of road, turn left onto SR 32; SR 38
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Conner Street
10
Turn right onto SR 37
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
IN-37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 69
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
I 69
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
13
Merge onto I 69
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 69
14
Continue on Binford Boulevard
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Binford Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
16
Continue on East Fall Creek Parkway, North Drive
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
East Fall Creek Parkway, North Drive
17
Turn left onto North Meridian Street
2.4 mi
·
6 min
·
North Meridian Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
18
Turn right onto Monument Circle
368 ft
·
46 sec
·
Monument Circle
19
Turn left
76 ft
·
6 sec
20
At end of road, turn right
257 ft
·
28 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.2 mi from Tipton, IN · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.2 miles from Tipton, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Indianapolis, IN
The final approach into Indianapolis, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.33 one way
$12.66 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.95 | $13.90 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.79 | $15.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.94 | $17.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.25 | $1.94 |
| Efficient EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.54 | $1.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.67 | $2.59 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Indianapolis, IN
Morning in Indianapolis on Friday
Local time
11:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
1h 4m 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 Tipton, IN to Indianapolis, IN covers 40.5 miles and takes about 1h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are IN-37, Binford Boulevard, Cicero Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.2 miles from Tipton, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.33 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 40.5 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.9 miles (SR 32; SR 38 / West Conner Street): Navigation decision point; at 18.2 miles (SR 37 / IN-37): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Tipton, IN to Indianapolis, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 714 ft to 869 ft elevation with about 55 ft of total climbing.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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