Origin
Brownsburg, IN
Late night in Brownsburg on Sunday
Local time
3:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brownsburg, IN to Alaska, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
38.1 mi
61 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brownsburg, IN
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Alaska, IN
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Trip Overview
Brownsburg, IN to Alaska, IN is 38.1 miles and takes about 1h 4m via Dwight D Eisenhower Highway and SR 42, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Midwest, specifically Indiana, making it an easy same-day excursion. Expect a straightforward drive with minimal complexity, suitable for a quick relocation or a short, focused journey. The route is primarily composed of local roads and highways, offering a taste of the regional landscape without extensive travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 14.9 mi | 16m |
| SR 42 | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| Avon Avenue | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| South Dan Jones Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Quaker Boulevard | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| South Green Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| North Craver Road | 1.1 mi | 4m |
| North Wilson Road | 1 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
— 14.9 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brownsburg, IN and Alaska, IN.
1
Start on US 136
44 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn left onto 267
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
South Green Street
Use the left lane.
3
Enter roundabout onto 267
83 ft
·
4 sec
·
Avon Avenue
4
Continue on 267
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Avon Avenue
5
Enter roundabout onto 267
127 ft
·
3 sec
·
Avon Avenue
6
Continue on 267
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Avon Avenue
Use the left lane.
7
Turn left onto US 36
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Rockville Road
8
Turn right onto South Dan Jones Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Dan Jones Road
9
Enter roundabout onto South Dan Jones Road
165 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Dan Jones Road
10
Continue on South Dan Jones Road
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
South Dan Jones Road
11
Enter roundabout onto South Dan Jones Road
108 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Dan Jones Road
12
Continue on South Dan Jones Road
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
South Dan Jones Road
13
Enter roundabout onto South Dan Jones Road
57 ft
·
0 sec
·
South Dan Jones Road
14
Continue on South Dan Jones Road
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
South Dan Jones Road
Use the right lane.
15
Turn left onto US 40
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Main Street
16
Turn right onto Quaker Boulevard
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Quaker Boulevard
17
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
18
Merge onto I 70
15 mi
·
16 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 51
Toward County Road 1100 West
20
Turn left onto North Little Point Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Little Point Road
21
At end of road, turn right onto SR 42
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
SR 42
22
Turn left onto SR 42
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
SR 42
23
Turn right onto SR 42
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
SR 42
24
Continue on North Craver Road
1.1 mi
·
4 min
·
North Craver Road
25
Continue on Awbrey Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Awbrey Road
26
Turn right onto North Wilson Road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Wilson Road
27
Turn right onto Lewisville Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Lewisville Road
28
Arrive at destination
Lewisville Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19 miles from Brownsburg, 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 175 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 29.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
267 / South Green Street
Turn left onto 267 / South Green Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
267 / Avon Avenue
Enter roundabout onto 267 / Avon Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
2.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
267 / Avon Avenue
Enter roundabout onto 267 / Avon Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
28.9 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward County Road 1100 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 51
Toward County Road 1100 West
5
29.7 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
SR 42
At end of road, turn right onto SR 42
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.96 one way
$11.91 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.54 | $13.08 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.33 | $14.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.41 | $16.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.4 | 0 | $4.00 | $1.83 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.33 | $1.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.33 | $2.44 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Alaska, IN
Late night in Alaska on Sunday
Local time
3:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Clermont, IN
19 mi in
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 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 4m 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 route is characterized by frequent turns, making it more of a local navigation challenge than a high-speed transit. While 14% of the drive utilizes highway sections, the majority involves navigating SR 42 and Avon Avenue. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 14.9 miles on the Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience with a mix of quicker highway segments and more involved local road driving, requiring your attention throughout the 1 hour and 4 minute duration.
Only 14% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.9 mi on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 267 / South Green Street.
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 38.1 miles you will encounter 17 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: near the start (267 / South Green Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (267 / Avon Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.6 miles (267 / Avon Avenue): 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.
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 Brownsburg, IN to Alaska, IN, road signs begin pointing toward County Road 1100 West along the way.
County Road 1100 West
28.9 mi in
|
~41m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 38.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (14%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.9 miles on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (267 / South Green Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (267 / Avon Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.6 miles (267 / Avon Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Alaska, 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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