Origin
York, IN
Evening in York on Tuesday
Local time
6:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from York, IN to Fishers, IN
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
3h 5m
Distance
158.8 mi
256 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 54m
★
6 AM
3h 6m
8 AM
3h 29m
10 AM
3h 14m
12 PM
3h 12m
3 PM
3h 15m
5 PM
3h 28m
8 PM
2h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
York, IN
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Fishers, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from York, IN to Fishers, IN covers 158.8 miles and takes about 3h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 69, US 20, Old State Road 1 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 142.1 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.83 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
79.4 miles from York, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 3h 5m highway drive covering 158.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and US 20. The longest continuous stretch is about 142.1 miles on I 69.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 142.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and US 20. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 15.7 miles in near I 69.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 158.8 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 15.7 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 157.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 158.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
15.7 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
I 69
Merge onto I 69
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
157.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 3m in
Take the exit toward 116th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 205
Toward 116th Street
8
158.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 4m in
Take the exit toward 116th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 205
Toward 116th Street
9
158.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 4m in
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
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Fishers, Conner Prairie
5
158.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 4m in
|
East 116th Street
Turn right onto East 116th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 142.1 mi | 2h 33m |
| US 20 | 11 mi | 18m |
| Old State Road 1 | 4.5 mi | 10m |
| East 116th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| IN-37 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Lantern Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 142.1 mi, about 2h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between York, IN and Fishers, IN.
1
Start on Old State Road 1
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Old State Road 1
2
Continue on Old State Road 1
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Old State Road 1
3
Turn right onto US 20
8.4 mi
·
12 min
·
US 20
4
Enter roundabout onto US 20
144 ft
·
12 sec
·
US 20
5
Continue on US 20
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
US 20
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
7
Merge onto I 69
142 mi
·
2 hr 33 min
·
I 69
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 205
Toward 116th Street
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto SR 37
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
IN-37
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 205
Toward 116th Street
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
186 ft
·
4 sec
Toward Fishers, Conner Prairie
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn right onto East 116th Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
East 116th Street
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto Lantern Road
478 ft
·
16 sec
·
Lantern Road
14
Arrive at destination
Lantern Road
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 79.4 miles from York, IN, or about 1h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 142.1 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 80 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79.4 miles or 1h 38m 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 33m
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 York, 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 York, IN
This is one driving day of about 158.8 miles and 3h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from York, 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 I 69 for about 142.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 79.4 mi from York, IN · 1h 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
79 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 79.4 miles from York, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 142.1 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
$24.83 one way
$49.65 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
56 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $27.26 | $54.52 |
| premium | $4.89 | $30.56 | $61.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.06 | $70.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47.6 | 0 | $16.67 | $7.62 |
| Efficient EV | 39.7 | 0 | $13.90 | $6.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 63.5 | 0 | $22.23 | $10.16 |
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Destination
Fishers, IN
Evening in Fishers on Tuesday
Local time
6:40 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
16 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
3h 5m 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 York, IN to Fishers, IN covers 158.8 miles and takes about 3h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, US 20, Old State Road 1. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 79.4 miles from York, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.83 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 158.8 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 15.7 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 157.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 158.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from York, IN to Fishers, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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