Origin
Alaska, IN
Morning in Alaska on Sunday
Local time
6:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alaska, IN to French Lick, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 18m
Distance
98.1 mi
158 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 9m
★
6 AM
2h 19m
8 AM
2h 38m
10 AM
2h 25m
12 PM
2h 24m
3 PM
2h 26m
5 PM
2h 37m
8 PM
2h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alaska, IN
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French Lick, IN
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Trip Overview
Alaska, IN to French Lick, IN is 98.1 miles and takes about 2h 18m via SR 37 and I 69, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Indiana, moving from the Midwest region to the same. It’s a straightforward, highway-focused trip that should feel familiar to most drivers. Plan for a relatively short journey, making it an easy option for a single-day excursion. Consider this route if you're looking for a simple transit between these two Indiana locations without complex navigation.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49 miles from Alaska, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 37 | 41.6 mi | 52m |
| I 69 | 21.8 mi | 24m |
| US 150 | 10.9 mi | 15m |
| SR 142 | 10.2 mi | 17m |
| SR 39 | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| State Road 39 | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| SR 42 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Morton Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
SR 37
— 41.6 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alaska, IN and French Lick, IN.
1
Start on Lewisville Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Lewisville Road
2
Turn left onto North Wilson Road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Wilson Road
3
Turn left onto Awbrey Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Awbrey Road
4
Continue on North Craver Road
1.1 mi
·
4 min
·
North Craver Road
5
Continue on SR 42
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
SR 42
6
Turn right onto SR 142
10 mi
·
17 min
·
SR 142
7
Turn right onto SR 39
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 39
8
Turn right onto SR 39; SR 67
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
SR 39; SR 67
9
Turn left onto SR 39
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
State Road 39
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto SR 39
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Morton Avenue
11
Enter roundabout onto SR 39
119 ft
·
2 sec
·
Morton Avenue
Toward I 69
12
Continue on SR 39
175 ft
·
3 sec
·
Morton Avenue
Toward I 69
13
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
14
Merge onto I 69
22 mi
·
24 min
·
I 69
Use the straight lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37
42 mi
·
52 min
·
SR 37
Exit 114
Toward SR 37 South: Bedford
16
Enter roundabout onto US 150; SR 37; SR 56
156 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Main Street
17
Continue on US 150; SR 37; SR 56
260 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Main Street
18
Continue on US 150; SR 56
11 mi
·
15 min
·
US 150; SR 56
19
Continue on Main Street
67 ft
·
3 sec
·
Main Street
20
Turn right onto North Maple Street
466 ft
·
26 sec
·
North Maple Street
21
Turn left onto West College Street
106 ft
·
4 sec
·
West College Street
22
Arrive at destination
West College Street
Trip Plan
Since this trip is under 100 miles and takes less than 2.5 hours, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning or early afternoon should give you ample time to reach French Lick before evening. Given the relatively short duration, you might only need one brief stop for fuel or a quick break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the 41.6-mile stretch on SR 37, to ensure you have enough to reach a service area comfortably. The $15 fuel estimate is based on average prices, so adjust as needed.
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 49 miles from Alaska, IN, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.6 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 22 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49 miles or 1h 15m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near French Lick, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Alaska, 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 Alaska, IN
This is one driving day of about 98.1 miles and 2h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Alaska, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on SR 37 for about 41.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49 miles from Alaska, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 20.2 and 87 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
20.2 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
SR 39 / State Road 39
Turn left onto SR 39 / State Road 39
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
23.1 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
SR 39 / Morton Avenue
Enter roundabout onto SR 39 / Morton Avenue toward I 69
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward I 69
5
23.6 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
I 69
Merge onto I 69
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
45.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
|
SR 37
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37 toward SR 37 South: Bedford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 114
Toward SR 37 South: Bedford
5
87 mi into trip
|
~2h 2m in
|
US 150; SR 37; SR 56 / West Main Street
Enter roundabout onto US 150; SR 37; SR 56 / West Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.34 one way
$30.67 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.84 | $33.68 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.88 | $37.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.66 | $43.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.4 | 0 | $10.30 | $4.71 |
| Efficient EV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.58 | $3.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.2 | 0 | $13.73 | $6.28 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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
French Lick, IN
Morning in French Lick on Sunday
Local time
6:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Clear Creek, IN
49 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
1 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 18m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 93% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll spend most of your time on SR 37 and I 69, offering a consistent pace. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 41.6 miles on SR 37. Expect a smooth and predictable experience for the majority of the journey, allowing for steady progress towards your destination. The road primarily consists of well-maintained highways, minimizing unexpected detours or slower local road segments.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.6 mi on SR 37.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 37 and I 69. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 20.2 miles in near SR 39 / State Road 39.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 18m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 20.2 miles (SR 39 / State Road 39): Lane positioning matters here; at 23.1 miles (SR 39 / Morton Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 23.6 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 18m. Total distance: 98.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.6 miles on SR 37. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 20.2 miles (SR 39 / State Road 39): Lane positioning matters here; at 23.1 miles (SR 39 / Morton Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 23.6 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at French Lick, IN before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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