Albion, IN to Fishers, IN is 112.5 miles and takes about 2h 28m via SR 9, with a fuel budget near $18 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Indiana, traversing the Midwest region. You'll experience a mixed drive, offering a blend of different road types. It's a straightforward, relatively short journey, making it ideal for a single-day excursion without feeling rushed. Plan for a smooth transition between towns without extensive time on major interstate highways.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
56.3 miles from Albion, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 19m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
South Strawtown Pike
32.9 mi
38m
SR 9
30.9 mi
38m
South State Road 9
17.2 mi
25m
North Baseline Road
16.3 mi
24m
SR 37
12.4 mi
16m
North Main Street
1.5 mi
2m
South Orange Street
0.5 mi
1m
River Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
South Strawtown Pike
— 32.9 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albion, IN and Fishers, IN.
1
Start on West 300 North
115 ft·7 sec·West 300 North
2
Turn right onto SR 9
0.5 mi·1 min·South Orange Street
3
Continue on SR 9
16 mi·24 min·North Baseline Road
4
Continue on SR 9
1.5 mi·2 min·North Main Street
5
Turn slight right onto SR 9; SR 205
0.2 mi·20 sec·River Street
6
Continue on SR 9
17 mi·25 min·South State Road 9
7
Take the ramp onto SR 9
31 mi·38 min·SR 9
8
Turn slight right onto SR 37
33 mi·38 min·South Strawtown Pike
9
Enter roundabout onto SR 37
105 ft·1 sec·SR 37
10
Continue on SR 37
12 mi·16 min·SR 37
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·33 sec
Exit 205Toward 116th StreetUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
186 ft·4 sec
Toward Fishers, Conner PrairieUse the slight right lane.
13
Turn right onto East 116th Street
0.2 mi·36 sec·East 116th Street
Use the right lane.
14
Turn left onto Lantern Road
478 ft·16 sec·Lantern Road
15
Arrive at destination
Lantern Road
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 28m duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, so you have the flexibility to leave when you're ready. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid early rush hour in either location and arrive with plenty of daylight. With a fuel cost estimated at $18, you should be able to complete the 112.5 miles without needing to refuel, but it’s always wise to top off before leaving Albion. Keep an eye out for the transitions between SR 9 and South Strawtown Pike, as these are key points where the road character changes.
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 56.3 miles from Albion, IN, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.9 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 25 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.3 miles or 1h 19m 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 2m
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 Albion, 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 Albion, IN
This is one driving day of about 112.5 miles and 2h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Albion, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on South Strawtown Pike for about 32.9 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 99.5 and 112.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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99.5 mi into trip|~2h 10m in|SR 37
Enter roundabout onto SR 37
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
112 mi into trip|~2h 27m 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
112.2 mi into trip|~2h 27m 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
112.2 mi into trip|~2h 27m in|East 116th Street
Turn right onto East 116th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
112.4 mi into trip|~2h 28m in|Lantern Road
Turn left onto Lantern Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.59 one way
$35.18 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg39 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$19.31
$38.62
premium
$4.89
$21.65
$43.30
diesel
$5.61
$24.84
$49.68
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
33.8
0
$11.81
$5.40
Efficient EV
28.1
0
$9.84
$4.50
EV Truck/SUV
45
0
$15.75
$7.20
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Albion, IN
Night
in Albion on Saturday
Local time
10:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fishers, IN
Night
in Fishers on Saturday
Local time
10:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
3 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 28m 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?
This route is a mixed drive with 39% highway share, meaning you'll encounter a variety of road conditions. The longest continuous stretch you'll navigate is 32.9 miles on South Strawtown Pike. Expect to transition between faster-paced highway segments and more local road driving as you make your way south. This variation keeps the drive engaging, preventing monotony, and allows you to experience different facets of the Indiana landscape.
39% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.9 mi on South Strawtown Pike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 99.5 miles in near SR 37.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 28m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 99.5 miles (SR 37): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 112 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 112.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 28m. Total distance: 112.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 32.9 miles on South Strawtown Pike. 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 99.5 miles (SR 37): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 112 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 112.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Fishers, IN before heading back.
