Origin
Concord, IN
Late night in Concord on Sunday
Local time
4:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Concord, IN to Broad Ripple, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 51m
Distance
139.8 mi
225 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 41m
★
6 AM
2h 52m
8 AM
3h 14m
10 AM
3h 0m
12 PM
2h 57m
3 PM
3h 1m
5 PM
3h 13m
8 PM
2h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Concord, IN
Michiel Meurs
Broad Ripple, IN
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Trip Overview
Concord, IN to Broad Ripple, IN is 139.8 miles and takes about 2h 51m via I 69, with a fuel budget near $22 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Indiana, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on major highways, making it a convenient option for a single-day journey. If you're looking for a quick trip with minimal fuss, this route delivers.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
69.9 miles from Concord, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 29m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 114.3 mi | 2h 4m |
| SR 1 | 13 mi | 19m |
| Binford Boulevard | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Spencer Street | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| East 62nd Street | 2 mi | 5m |
| County Road 56 | 2 mi | 7m |
| Broad Ripple Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| County Road 59 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 114.3 mi, about 2h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Concord, IN and Broad Ripple, IN.
1
Start on CR 51
181 ft
·
12 sec
·
County Road 51
2
Turn right onto CR 56
2.0 mi
·
7 min
·
County Road 56
3
Turn right onto CR 59
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 59
4
Continue on CR 59
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Spencer Street
5
Continue on SR 1
13 mi
·
19 min
·
SR 1
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 69 South
7
Merge onto I 69
114 mi
·
2 hr 3 min
·
I 69
Use the straight lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
9
Merge onto I 69
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 69
10
Continue on Binford Boulevard
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Binford Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn right onto East 62nd Street
2.0 mi
·
5 min
·
East 62nd Street
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on Broad Ripple Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Broad Ripple Avenue
13
Turn left onto Winthrop Avenue
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
Winthrop Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
Winthrop Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under 3 hours, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, offering flexibility for when you depart. Start your drive in the morning to take advantage of daylight and allow for any unexpected delays. With only one recommended stop, ensure you're fueled up before you leave Concord, as the longest stretch without a major road change is over 114 miles on I 69. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you get closer to Broad Ripple.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 69.9 miles from Concord, IN, or about 1h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 114.3 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 31 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.9 miles or 1h 29m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Broad Ripple, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Concord, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Concord, IN
This is one driving day of about 139.8 miles and 2h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Concord, 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 114.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
70 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 69.9 miles from Concord, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 114.3 miles.
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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 139.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CR 56 / County Road 56
Turn right onto CR 56 / County Road 56
Navigation decision point
4
2 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
CR 59 / County Road 59
Turn right onto CR 59 / County Road 59
Navigation decision point
5
18.5 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
I 69
Merge onto I 69
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
136.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 43m in
|
East 62nd Street
Turn right onto East 62nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
139.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 50m in
|
Winthrop Avenue
Turn left onto Winthrop Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.86 one way
$43.71 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $24.00 | $47.99 |
| premium | $4.89 | $26.90 | $53.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.87 | $61.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.9 | 0 | $14.68 | $6.71 |
| Efficient EV | 35 | 0 | $12.23 | $5.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.9 | 0 | $19.57 | $8.95 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Destination
Broad Ripple, IN
Late night in Broad Ripple on Sunday
Local time
4:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°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
26 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 51m 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 highway-focused drive, with 91% of the journey taking place on high-speed roads. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I 69, including a continuous stretch of 114.3 miles. The route also incorporates SR 1 and Binford Boulevard, offering a mix of interstate speeds and some surface road transitions as you approach your destination. Expect a driving experience characterized by efficient travel.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 114.3 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and SR 1. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 56 / County Road 56.
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 139.8 miles you will encounter 8 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 (CR 56 / County Road 56): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (CR 59 / County Road 59): Navigation decision point; at 18.5 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 51m. Total distance: 139.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 114.3 miles on I 69. 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: near the start (CR 56 / County Road 56): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (CR 59 / County Road 59): Navigation decision point; at 18.5 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Broad Ripple, 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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