Traveling from Alaska to Smyrna, Indiana, covers 123.9 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 57 minutes to complete. Because this journey is well within the scope of a single day, you will not need to worry about overnight arrangements. With a fuel budget of approximately $19, the trip remains an affordable option for a quick getaway within the Midwest. You will rely primarily on a mix of I-65, SR 7, and SR 3 to navigate between these two points. This route is best suited for travelers who prefer a straightforward, highway-focused drive that connects rural Indiana locales efficiently. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, the trip is manageable for any driver looking to traverse this part of the state in one sitting.
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
62 miles from Alaska, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 24m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
37.2 mi
40m
SR 7
18.5 mi
28m
SR 3
17.9 mi
26m
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
17.2 mi
18m
I 74
8 mi
9m
SR 42
4.2 mi
7m
State Street
3.9 mi
5m
West Deputy Pike Road
3 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 37.2 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alaska, IN and Smyrna, IN.
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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
3.0 mi·5 min·SR 42
6
Continue on SR 42
1.2 mi·2 min·SR 42
7
Continue on SR 42
1.2 mi·2 min·West Belle Union Road
8
Turn left onto North Little Point Road
0.3 mi·46 sec·North Little Point Road
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·39 sec
10
Merge onto I 70
17 mi·18 min·Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward Indianapolis International Airport, Ronald Reagan Parkway, Ameriplex Parkway
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward South Ameriplex ParkwayUse the slight right lane.
13
Turn straight onto Ameriplex Parkway
1.7 mi·3 min·Ameriplex Parkway
14
At end of road, turn left onto SR 67
2.6 mi·4 min·Kentucky Avenue
15
Take the ramp onto SR 67
0.3 mi·40 sec·SR 67
Toward I 74 East, I 465 East, SR 67 NorthUse the right lane.
16
Merge onto I 74; I 465
8.0 mi·9 min·I 74; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.5 mi·45 sec
Exit 53BToward I 65 South: LouisvilleUse the slight right lane.
18
Merge onto I 65
37 mi·40 min·I 65
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi·19 sec
Exit 68Toward SR 46: Columbus, Nashville, Bloomington
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·16 sec
21
Merge onto SR 46
2.7 mi·5 min·Jonathan Moore Pike
22
Continue on SR 46
3.9 mi·5 min·State Street
23
Continue on SR 7
18 mi·28 min·SR 7
24
Turn slight left onto SR 3; SR 7
286 ft·4 sec·One Street
25
Continue on SR 3; SR 7
0.2 mi·14 sec·Jackson Street
26
Turn straight onto SR 3; SR 7
0.3 mi·27 sec·SR 3; SR 7
27
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 3; SR 7
18 mi·26 min·SR 3; SR 7
28
Turn sharp right onto West Deputy Pike Road
3.0 mi·7 min·West Deputy Pike Road
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Arrive at destination
West Deputy Pike Road
Trip Plan
Planning for this 123.9-mile trip is simple, but keep in mind that you should budget for at least one planned stop to break up the nearly three-hour drive. Leaving early in the day is your best strategy to avoid any potential congestion on the main arteries of I-65. Since the highway share is quite high at 71%, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before hitting the interstate to keep your costs near the $19 estimate. Because the route is compact, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace or take a break whenever you reach the state road portions of your journey. Use the transition from the interstate to the state routes as a natural marker to evaluate your fuel levels and overall comfort before reaching Smyrna.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 62 miles from Alaska, IN, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.2 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 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62 miles or 1h 24m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Smyrna, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alaska, 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 Alaska, IN
This is one driving day of about 123.9 miles and 2h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Alaska, 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 65 for about 37.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 26.2 and 77.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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26.2 mi into trip|~41m in
Take the exit toward Indianapolis International Airport, Ronald Reagan Parkway, Ameriplex Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Indianapolis International Airport, Rona...
7
26.4 mi into trip|~41m in
Keep slight right at fork toward South Ameriplex Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward South Ameriplex Parkway
6
31.5 mi into trip|~50m in|SR 67
Take the ramp onto SR 67 toward I 74 East, I 465 East, SR 67 North
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 74 East, I 465 East, SR 67 North
7
39.8 mi into trip|~1h in
Take the exit toward I 65 South: Louisville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 53B
Toward I 65 South: Louisville
6
77.4 mi into trip|~1h 41m in
Take the exit toward SR 46: Columbus, Nashville, Bloomington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 68
Toward SR 46: Columbus, Nashville, Bloomington
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.37 one way
$38.74 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg43 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$21.27
$42.54
premium
$4.89
$23.84
$47.69
diesel
$5.61
$27.36
$54.71
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
37.2
0
$13.01
$5.95
Efficient EV
31
0
$10.84
$4.96
EV Truck/SUV
49.6
0
$17.35
$7.93
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Alaska, IN
Morning
in Alaska on Sunday
Local time
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Smyrna, IN
Morning
in Smyrna on Sunday
Local time
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°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
20 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
2h 57m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive defined by a heavy reliance on major thoroughfares, as 71% of your journey takes place on highways. You will settle into a rhythm during the longest stretch of the trip, which involves 37.2 miles of uninterrupted driving on I-65. While the interstate sections provide a faster pace, the transition to SR 7 and SR 3 shifts the character of the road as you move toward your destination. The route balances the efficiency of wide, multi-lane roads with the more localized feel of state highways. You should be prepared for the change in environment as you leave the interstate, which helps keep the drive engaging despite the relatively short duration.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.2 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and SR 7. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 26.2 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 123.9 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 26.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.5 miles (SR 67): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
848 ft602 ft
Total Climb
402 ft
Total Descent
443 ft
Highest Point
848 ft
~46.5 mi in
Elevation Range
247 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Alaska, IN and Smyrna, IN, road signs point toward Indianapolis International Airport, Nashville and Bloomington.
Indianapolis International Airport
26.2 mi in|~41m
Nashville
77.4 mi in|~1h 41m
Bloomington
77.4 mi in|~1h 41m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 57m. Total distance: 123.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.2 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Smyrna, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 26.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.5 miles (SR 67): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Smyrna, IN before heading back.
