Origin
Versailles, IN
Morning in Versailles on Friday
Local time
6:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Versailles, IN to Alaska, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 2m
Distance
111 mi
179 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 54m
★
6 AM
2h 3m
8 AM
2h 20m
10 AM
2h 9m
12 PM
2h 7m
3 PM
2h 10m
5 PM
2h 19m
8 PM
1h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Versailles, IN
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Alaska, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Versailles, IN to Alaska, IN covers 111 miles and takes about 2h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Tyson Street, North Adams Street, West Perry Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.35 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
55.5 miles from Versailles, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 2m. Total distance: 111 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 2m drive with frequent turns across 111 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Tyson Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Versailles, IN to Alaska, IN is easy. At 2h 2m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Versailles, IN to Alaska, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tyson Street | — | — |
| North Adams Street | — | — |
| West Perry Street | — | — |
| South Buckeye Street | — | — |
| East Main Street | — | — |
| North Ireland Street | — | — |
| North Michigan Avenue | — | — |
| I 74 West | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Tyson Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Versailles, IN and Alaska, IN.
1
Start on North Washington Street
128 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Washington Street
2
Turn right onto Tyson Street
371 ft
·
21 sec
·
Tyson Street
3
Turn left onto North Adams Street
0.1 mi
·
37 sec
·
North Adams Street
4
Turn right onto West Perry Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Perry Street
5
Turn right onto South Buckeye Street
22 mi
·
33 min
·
South Buckeye Street
6
Continue on East Main Street
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
East Main Street
7
Turn right onto North Ireland Street
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
North Ireland Street
8
Turn left onto North Michigan Avenue
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North Michigan Avenue
9
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
10
Take the ramp straight toward I 74 West, US 421: Indianapolis
39 mi
·
41 min
·
I 74 West, US 421: Indianapolis
11
Continue on Southeastern Avenue
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeastern Avenue
12
Continue on Southeastern Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeastern Avenue
13
Turn slight left onto East Raymond Street
7.8 mi
·
12 min
·
East Raymond Street
14
Continue on Sam Jones Expressway
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Sam Jones Expressway
15
Take the exit slight right toward I 70 West
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 70 West
16
Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
23 mi
·
25 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
17
Take the exit slight right toward County Road 1100 West
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
County Road 1100 West
18
Turn left onto North Little Point Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Little Point Road
19
At the end of the road, turn right
1.2 mi
·
2 min
20
Turn left
1.2 mi
·
2 min
21
Turn right
3.0 mi
·
5 min
22
Continue on North Craver Road
1.1 mi
·
4 min
·
North Craver Road
23
Continue on Awbrey Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Awbrey Road
24
Turn right onto North Wilson Road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Wilson Road
25
Turn right onto Lewisville Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Lewisville Road
26
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 55.5 miles from Versailles, IN, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
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 24 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.5 miles or 1h 1m 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 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alaska, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Versailles, 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 Versailles, IN
This is one driving day of about 111 miles and 2h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Versailles, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.5 mi from Versailles, IN · 1h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.5 miles from Versailles, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Alaska, IN
The final approach into Alaska, 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 Alaska, 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
$17.35 one way
$34.71 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $19.05 | $38.11 |
| premium | $4.89 | $21.36 | $42.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.51 | $49.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.3 | 0 | $11.65 | $5.33 |
| Efficient EV | 27.8 | 0 | $9.71 | $4.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.54 | $7.10 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Alaska, IN
Morning in Alaska on Friday
Local time
6:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Beech Grove, IN
56 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
6 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
2h 2m 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 Versailles, IN to Alaska, IN covers 111 miles and takes about 2h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Tyson Street, North Adams Street, West Perry Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.5 miles from Versailles, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.35 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.
The drive from Versailles, IN to Alaska, IN is easy. At 2h 2m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Versailles, IN to Alaska, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Versailles, IN to Alaska, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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