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Trip from Bourbon, IN to Fishers, IN

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 25m

Distance

106.1 mi

171 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

EV Charging

Good

7 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min
4 AM
2h 16m ★
6 AM
2h 26m
8 AM
2h 45m
10 AM
2h 33m
12 PM
2h 31m
3 PM
2h 34m
5 PM
2h 44m
8 PM
2h 20m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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human settlement in Marshall County, Indiana, United States of America

Bourbon, IN

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city in Hamilton County, Indiana, United States

Fishers, IN

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Trip Overview

This 109.6-mile drive from Bourbon, IN to Fishers, IN is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours to complete. You'll navigate primarily on local roads, including South Main Street and State Road 25, with no highway driving involved. With a projected fuel cost of around $17, this route offers an economical option for exploring Indiana. The journey is characterized by frequent turns, making it a more engaging and less monotonous drive than a straight interstate route. Given its short duration and local road nature, it's perfect for a leisurely afternoon excursion within the Midwest region.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

53 miles from Bourbon, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 31 68.1 mi 1h 24m
State Road 25 9.6 mi 14m
South Main Street 8.5 mi 14m
IN-37 6.1 mi 8m
Sheridan Avenue 3.5 mi 4m
Westfield Road 2.6 mi 3m
Little Chicago Road 1.8 mi 3m
West Conner Street 1.5 mi 2m
Longest stretch: US 31 — 68.1 mi, about 1h 24m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bourbon, IN and Fishers, IN.

1

Start on West Center Street

34 ft · 3 sec · West Center Street
2

Turn right onto SR 331

8.5 mi · 14 min · South Main Street
3

Turn right onto SR 25

9.6 mi · 14 min · State Road 25
4

Turn right onto SR 14; SR 25

0.3 mi · 22 sec · East 9th Street
5

Continue on SR 14; SR 25

1.0 mi · 1 min · 602 East 9th Street
6

Turn left onto SR 14; SR 25

0.6 mi · 53 sec · Main Street
7

Turn slight left onto South Old US Highway 31

1.3 mi · 2 min · South Old US Highway 31
8

Turn left onto US 31

67 mi · 1 hr 22 min · US 31
9

Turn right onto East 226th Street

270 ft · 10 sec · East 226th Street
10

Turn left

320 ft · 50 sec
11

Continue on this road

320 ft · 25 sec · this road
12

Turn right onto East 226th Street

270 ft · 9 sec · East 226th Street
13

Turn right onto US 31

1.1 mi · 1 min · US 31
14

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 51 sec
Toward SR 38: Sheridan, Noblesville
15

Turn left onto SR 38

3.5 mi · 4 min · Sheridan Avenue
16

Turn right onto Little Chicago Road

0.3 mi · 32 sec · Little Chicago Road
17

Enter roundabout onto Little Chicago Road

120 ft · 2 sec · Little Chicago Road
18

Continue on Little Chicago Road

1.5 mi · 2 min · Little Chicago Road
19

Turn left onto SR 32

1.7 mi · 2 min · Westfield Road
20

Enter roundabout

136 ft · 3 sec
21

Continue

309 ft · 5 sec
22

Continue on SR 32

0.6 mi · 53 sec · Westfield Road
23

Enter roundabout onto Westfield Road

106 ft · 1 sec · Westfield Road
24

Continue on Westfield Road

0.2 mi · 13 sec · Westfield Road
25

Enter roundabout onto SR 32; SR 38

111 ft · 1 sec · Westfield Road
26

Continue on SR 32; SR 38

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Westfield Road
27

Continue on SR 32; SR 38

1.5 mi · 2 min · West Conner Street
28

Turn right onto SR 37

6.1 mi · 8 min · IN-37
29

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 33 sec
Exit 205 Toward 116th Street Use the slight right lane.
30

Keep slight right at fork

186 ft · 4 sec
Toward Fishers, Conner Prairie Use the slight right lane.
31

Turn right onto East 116th Street

0.2 mi · 36 sec · East 116th Street
Use the right lane.
32

Turn left onto Lantern Road

478 ft · 16 sec · Lantern Road
33

Arrive at destination

Lantern Road

Trip Plan

Since this 109.6-mile trip takes only about 2 hours, you have a lot of flexibility. Consider leaving in the morning to enjoy a full day at your destination in Fishers, or depart in the afternoon for a relaxed evening drive. With a low fuel cost of approximately $17 and no highway segments, you won't need to worry about frequent gas station stops. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means keeping your attention focused on navigation; having your GPS or map readily accessible is key. Take advantage of the short duration by stopping for a coffee or a quick break in one of the smaller towns you pass through.

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 53 miles from Bourbon, IN, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.1 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 23 miles or 36m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 53 miles or 1h 13m 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 55m

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 Bourbon, 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 Bourbon, IN

This is one driving day of about 106.1 miles and 2h 25m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Bourbon, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 31 for about 68.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Kokomo, IN, IN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Kokomo, IN

53 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.

Popular next leg

Kokomo, IN to Fishers, IN

43.5 mi · 1h 3m

Pacing Suggestions

Tippecanoe, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Miami, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 53 miles from Bourbon, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 31 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 68.1 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

Sahm's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fishers, Indiana

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch · 0min to go 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13178421577

Visit website

McDonald's

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Fishers, Indiana

Hours: 5 am–1 pm

+13178420013

Visit website

Sahm's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30

Fishers, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13178421577

Visit website

Grindstone on the Monon

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $20 to $30

Westfield, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13177631100

Visit website

Kokomo Fish Chicken & Gyros

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Kokomo, Indiana

Hours: 10:30 am–10 pm

+17652523919

Visit website

Don Rigo Mexican Cuisine

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Carmel, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13172195251

Visit website

Tacos Toluca

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+14632445372

Visit website

Bugambilias Mexican Cuisine

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13175165978

Visit website

Super Pollo Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm

+13175372478

Visit website

Capstone Cafe & Bookstore

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10

Carmel, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13175669132

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Kokomo, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 1 mi from route ~2 min detour

Kokomo, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Rochester, Indiana

+18668167584

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Kokomo, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Bunker Hill, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Red E Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Rochester, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

InCharge Energy Charging Station

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Rochester, Indiana

+18333994638

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 22

5 decision points cluster between mile 89.6 and 105.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
89.6 mi into trip | ~2h in

Take the exit toward SR 38: Sheridan, Noblesville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward SR 38: Sheridan, Noblesville
5
97 mi into trip | ~2h 11m in

Enter roundabout

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
97.8 mi into trip | ~2h 13m in | SR 32; SR 38 / Westfield Road

Enter roundabout onto SR 32; SR 38 / Westfield Road

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

7
105.5 mi into trip | ~2h 24m 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
105.8 mi into trip | ~2h 24m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$16.59 one way

$33.18 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 37 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $18.21 $36.42
premium $4.89 $20.42 $40.84
diesel $5.61 $23.43 $46.85

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 37.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 31.8 0 $11.14 $5.09
Efficient EV 26.5 0 $9.28 $4.24
EV Truck/SUV 42.4 0 $14.85 $6.79

Gas CO2

37 kg

EV CO2

12 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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Bourbon, IN

Late night in Bourbon on Tuesday

Local time

5:14 AM

EDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fishers, IN

Late night in Fishers on Tuesday

Local time

5:14 AM

EDT

Current temp

52°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

15 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 25m 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?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for the entirety of this 109.6-mile journey. With a 0% highway share, you'll be spending your time on a series of connecting local roads, including State Road 25 and East 9th Street. The absence of long highway stretches means you'll be actively navigating and making frequent turns throughout the 2-hour drive. This type of route offers a more intimate experience of the landscape, allowing you to see more of the immediate surroundings between towns. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience that keeps you engaged with the road.

71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 68.1 mi on US 31.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 31 and State Road 25. You will hit about 22 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 89.6 miles in.

Driving Effort 5/10

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 106.1 miles you will encounter 22 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 89.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 97 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 97.8 miles (SR 32; SR 38 / Westfield Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Bourbon, IN to Fishers, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Noblesville along the way.

Noblesville

89.6 mi in | ~2h

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 25m. Total distance: 106.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 25m 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 68.1 miles on US 31. 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 89.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 97 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 97.8 miles (SR 32; SR 38 / Westfield Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fishers, 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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