Alaska, IN to Wolcottville, IN is 196.7 miles and takes about 4h 10m via I 69, with a fuel budget near $31 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Indiana, traversing the Midwest region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip, making it ideal for a single-day journey. The route is efficient, primarily utilizing major roadways to connect your starting and ending points with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
98.4 miles from Alaska, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 11m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 69
109.9 mi
1h 59m
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
31.3 mi
37m
Lima Road
13.5 mi
19m
SR 3
11.1 mi
14m
Binford Boulevard
6.4 mi
9m
SR 9
5.3 mi
8m
SR 42
4.2 mi
7m
County Road 700 North
2.9 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 109.9 mi, about 1h 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alaska, IN and Wolcottville, 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
31 mi·37 min·Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
2.3 mi·3 min·I 70
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·37 sec
Exit 85BToward North Keystone AvenueUse the right lane.
13
Turn slight right onto North Rural Street
171 ft·4 sec·North Rural Street
14
Continue on North Keystone Avenue
2.7 mi·5 min·North Keystone Avenue
15
Turn right onto East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
0.2 mi·20 sec·East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
16
Continue on Binford Boulevard
6.4 mi·9 min·Binford Boulevard
Use the right lane.
17
Merge onto I 69
2.8 mi·3 min·I 69
18
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
107 mi·1 hr 55 min·I 69
Use the straight lane.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi·41 sec
Exit 311BToward SR 3 North: Lima RoadUse the slight right lane.
20
Merge onto US 27
14 mi·19 min·Lima Road
21
Continue on SR 3
11 mi·14 min·SR 3
22
Turn left onto US 6
1.6 mi·2 min·West North Street
23
Continue on US 6
2.9 mi·4 min·County Road 700 North
24
Turn right onto SR 9
5.3 mi·8 min·SR 9
25
Turn left onto West County Line Road
55 ft·1 sec·West County Line Road
26
Arrive at destination
West County Line Road
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 10m duration, leaving Alaska, IN in the morning allows ample time to reach Wolcottville, IN before evening. With only one recommended stop and the longest stretch on I 69, plan a fuel and stretch break around the halfway point or when you notice your fuel gauge dipping. The $31 fuel estimate is helpful for budgeting; consider topping off before you depart to ensure you have a full tank for the 196.7-mile journey. This is a manageable drive for one day, offering flexibility in your departure time.
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 98.4 miles from Alaska, IN, or about 2h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 109.9 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 43 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 98.4 miles or 2h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wolcottville, 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 196.7 miles and 4h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 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 69 for about 109.9 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 162.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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
42.7 mi into trip|~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward North Keystone Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 85B
Toward North Keystone Avenue
6
55 mi into trip|~1h 24m in|I 69
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
162.1 mi into trip|~3h 20m in
Take the exit toward SR 3 North: Lima Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 311B
Toward SR 3 North: Lima Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.75 one way
$61.50 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg69 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$33.76
$67.53
premium
$4.89
$37.85
$75.71
diesel
$5.61
$43.43
$86.86
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 68.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
59
0
$20.65
$9.44
Efficient EV
49.2
0
$17.21
$7.87
EV Truck/SUV
78.7
0
$27.54
$12.59
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 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 18, 2026
Origin
Alaska, IN
Morning
in Alaska on Sunday
Local time
7:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
W 10 to 14 mph90% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 18 at 4:46AM CDT until April 23 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 18 at 4:46AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Destination
Wolcottville, IN
Morning
in Wolcottville on Sunday
Local time
7:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy
W 15 to 20 mph91% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 18 at 4:46AM CDT until April 23 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 18 at 4:46AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
4h 10m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 68% of the journey on major roads like I 69 and Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 109.9 miles on I 69, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your trip. While primarily interstate, expect some transitions onto roads like Lima Road, which may offer a slightly different driving feel. Overall, the character leans towards efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.
68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 109.9 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. You will hit about 14 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 Effort6/10
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 196.7 miles you will encounter 14 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 42.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 10m. Total distance: 196.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 109.9 miles on I 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Wolcottville, 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 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 42.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Wolcottville, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
