Origin
Eaton, IN
Morning in Eaton on Tuesday
Local time
6:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Eaton, IN to Fishers, IN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
56.1 mi
90 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eaton, IN
Brett Sayles
Fishers, IN
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 56.1-mile drive from Eaton, Indiana, to Fishers, Indiana, takes about 1 hour and 9 minutes and is easily manageable as a day trip. The route primarily utilizes I-69, making it a highway-focused journey through the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of around $9, this trip is quite budget-friendly. You'll be spending a significant portion of your time on the interstate, so prepare for a consistent pace. Given its short distance and clear path, this route offers a convenient way to travel between these two Indiana locations without needing an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 38.9 mi | 41m |
| East 600 North | 10 mi | 14m |
| North County Road 100 East | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| East Indiana Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| East Eaton-Albany Pike | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East 116th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Meridian Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| IN-37 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 38.9 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eaton, IN and Fishers, IN.
1
Start on South Meridian Street
0.1 mi
·
36 sec
·
South Meridian Street
2
Turn right onto East Indiana Avenue
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
East Indiana Avenue
3
Continue on East Eaton-Albany Pike
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
East Eaton-Albany Pike
4
Turn left onto SR 3
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
North County Road 100 East
5
Turn right onto US 35; SR 28
10.0 mi
·
14 min
·
East 600 North
6
Continue on US 35; SR 28
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
East County Road 600 North
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
8
Merge onto I 69
39 mi
·
41 min
·
I 69
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 205
Toward 116th Street
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto SR 37
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
IN-37
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 205
Toward 116th Street
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
186 ft
·
4 sec
Toward Fishers, Conner Prairie
Use 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
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28 miles from Eaton, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 15.8 and 55.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
15.8 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
7
55 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m 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
8
55.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m 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
55.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m 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
55.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
East 116th Street
Turn right onto East 116th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.77 one way
$17.54 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.63 | $19.26 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.80 | $21.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.39 | $24.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.89 | $2.69 |
| Efficient EV | 14 | 0 | $4.91 | $2.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.4 | 0 | $7.85 | $3.59 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Fishers, IN
Morning in Fishers on Tuesday
Local time
6:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Chesterfield, IN
28 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
1 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 9m 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 largely highway-focused experience on this route, with about 70% of your travel time spent on interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 38.9 miles on I-69, offering a steady drive. While primarily interstate, the route does incorporate local roads like East 600 North and North County Road 100 East, providing a slight change of pace as you approach your destination. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, prioritizing getting you from point A to point B smoothly.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38.9 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and East 600 North. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 15.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 56.1 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 15.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 55 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 56.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 38.9 miles on I 69. 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 15.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 55 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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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