Origin
Alaska, IN
Late night in Alaska on Tuesday
Local time
4:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alaska, IN to Sugar Creek, IN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
53.3 mi
86 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 14m
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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Sugar Creek, IN
Keith Cassill
Trip Overview
Alaska, IN to Sugar Creek, IN is 53.3 miles and takes about 1h 18m via Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Indiana, a familiar Midwest setting, making it a straightforward journey. Expect a drive characterized by frequent turns, suggesting a route that weaves through local roads rather than a direct interstate cruise. With a recommended single day for completion, this is a good option for a quick getaway or an easy segment of a larger trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 23.4 mi | 26m |
| I 74 | 8.9 mi | 9m |
| West Raymond Street | 7.8 mi | 12m |
| SR 42 | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Southeastern Avenue | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Sam Jones Expressway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| West Belle Union Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| North Craver Road | 1.1 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
— 23.4 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alaska, IN and Sugar Creek, 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
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
23 mi
·
26 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 75
Toward Sam Jones Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto Sam Jones Expressway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Sam Jones Expressway
13
Continue on West Raymond Street
7.8 mi
·
12 min
·
West Raymond Street
Use the left lane.
14
Turn slight right onto Southeastern Avenue
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeastern Avenue
Use the right lane.
15
Continue on I 74; US 421
8.9 mi
·
9 min
·
I 74; US 421
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 103
Toward London Road
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn right onto London Road
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
London Road
18
Turn left onto Myrtle Lane
314 ft
·
18 sec
·
Myrtle Lane
19
Turn left onto Sugar Creek Myrtle Lane
39 ft
·
1 sec
·
Sugar Creek Myrtle Lane
20
Arrive at destination
Sugar Creek Myrtle Lane
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.6 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 53.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.5 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
North Wilson Road
Turn left onto North Wilson Road
Navigation decision point
5
9 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Merge onto I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
32.4 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward Sam Jones Expressway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 75
Toward Sam Jones Expressway
7
52.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward London Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 103
Toward London Road
5
53.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
Myrtle Lane
Turn left onto Myrtle Lane
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.33 one way
$16.67 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.15 | $18.30 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.26 | $20.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.77 | $23.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16 | 0 | $5.60 | $2.56 |
| Efficient EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.46 | $3.41 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Sugar Creek, IN
Late night in Sugar Creek on Tuesday
Local time
4:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°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
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
1h 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 turn-heavy local drive, meaning you'll be navigating a series of turns and changes in direction more than you might on a pure highway route. With only 27% of the drive on highways, much of this 53.3-mile trip will feel like you're moving through towns and local landscapes. The longest stretch without a significant change in direction is 23.4 miles on the Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, offering a brief period of more consistent travel before you're back to more intricate navigation. Be prepared for a varied driving experience that keeps you engaged with the road.
Only 27% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.4 mi on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near North Wilson Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 53.3 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.5 miles (North Wilson Road): Navigation decision point; at 9 miles (I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Alaska, IN
Full guide →Alaska is by far the largest state of the United States by land area. Nicknamed "the last frontier", Alaska is sparsely populated with a harsh climate but incredible scenery. Separated from the "lower 48" by Canada, Alaska can be a challenging destination; most of the state is in the Arctic. Besides vast forests and frozen tundra, Alaska contains the ten highest mountain peaks in the United States, including Denali, the highest in all of North America.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 53.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23.4 miles on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. 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 Sugar Creek, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (North Wilson Road): Navigation decision point; at 9 miles (I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Sugar Creek, 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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