This 88.8-mile drive from Crothersville, IN to Fishers, IN is a straightforward, highway-focused journey perfect for a single day. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 44 minutes on the road, with the majority of your travel on major interstates. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $14, making it an economical option for a quick getaway within the Midwest. Given the relatively short duration and highway-centric profile, an overnight stop isn't necessary, offering you flexibility in your departure and arrival times.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.4 miles from Crothersville, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 49m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
61.4 mi
1h 6m
I 69
18.3 mi
22m
North Armstrong Street
3.3 mi
4m
South Emerson Avenue
2.5 mi
4m
IN-37
0.8 mi
<1m
SR 250
0.5 mi
<1m
East 116th Street
0.4 mi
1m
East Southport Road
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 61.4 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crothersville, IN and Fishers, IN.
1
Start on US 31
3.3 mi·4 min·North Armstrong Street
2
Turn right onto SR 250
0.5 mi·56 sec·SR 250
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·30 sec
4
Merge onto I 65
61 mi·1 hr 6 min·I 65
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Exit 103Toward Southport RoadUse the slight right lane.
6
Turn slight right
176 ft·4 sec
7
Turn straight onto East Southport Road
0.2 mi·26 sec·East Southport Road
8
Turn left onto South Emerson Avenue
2.5 mi·4 min·South Emerson Avenue
Use the left lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·58 sec
10
Merge onto I 69; I 74; I 465
2.3 mi·2 min·I 69; I 74; I 465
11
Continue on I 69; I 465
12 mi·13 min·I 69; I 465
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
4.2 mi·5 min·I 69
Exit 37Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
13
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37
0.8 mi·49 sec·IN-37
Exit 205Toward SR 37 North: 116th StreetUse the slight right lane.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi·56 sec
Exit 205Toward 116th StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn left onto East 116th Street
0.4 mi·1 min·East 116th Street
Use the left lane.
16
Turn left onto Lantern Road
478 ft·16 sec·Lantern Road
17
Arrive at destination
Lantern Road
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just under two hours, this drive from Crothersville to Fishers offers ample flexibility. You can easily depart in the morning and arrive by lunchtime, or head out in the afternoon to avoid peak traffic. Since there are no designated stops in the data, plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps at one of the many service areas you'll find along I 65. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 61.4-mile stretch on I 65, to ensure a smooth trip with your approximate $14 fuel budget.
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 44.4 miles from Crothersville, IN, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.4 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 20 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.4 miles or 49m 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 26m
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 Crothersville, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Crothersville, IN
This is one driving day of about 88.8 miles and 1h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Crothersville, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 61.4 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 65.4 and 88 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
65.4 mi into trip|~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward Southport Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 103
Toward Southport Road
6
66 mi into trip|~1h 13m in|South Emerson Avenue
Turn left onto South Emerson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
83 mi into trip|~1h 35m in|I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 37
Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
8
87.2 mi into trip|~1h 41m in|SR 37 / IN-37
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37 / IN-37 toward SR 37 North: 116th Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 205
Toward SR 37 North: 116th Street
7
88 mi into trip|~1h 41m in
Take the exit toward 116th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 205
Toward 116th Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.88 one way
$27.77 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg31 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$15.24
$30.49
premium
$4.89
$17.09
$34.18
diesel
$5.61
$19.61
$39.21
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26.6
0
$9.32
$4.26
Efficient EV
22.2
0
$7.77
$3.55
EV Truck/SUV
35.5
0
$12.43
$5.68
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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 18, 2026
Origin
Crothersville, IN
Morning
in Crothersville on Sunday
Local time
6:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
S 6 mph36% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 18 at 1:41AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT until April 22 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Destination
Fishers, IN
Morning
in Fishers on Sunday
Local time
6:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 14 mph80% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 18 at 1:41AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:34PM EDT until April 22 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
75°F
Beech Grove, IN
44 mi in
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
7 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
1h 44m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 predominantly a highway experience, with 91% of the drive utilizing major roadways like I 65 and I 69. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 61.4 miles on I 65, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your journey. While primarily interstate, the route does incorporate local roads like North Armstrong Street, particularly as you approach your destination. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, designed for covering distance without many significant diversions.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61.4 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and I 69. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 65.4 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 88.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 65.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 66 miles (South Emerson Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 83 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 44m. Total distance: 88.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 44m 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 61.4 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Fishers, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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: at 65.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 66 miles (South Emerson Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 83 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fishers, IN before heading back.
