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Trip from Fishers, IN to Albion, 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 54m

Distance

97.1 mi

156 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min
4 AM
1h 47m ★
6 AM
1h 55m
8 AM
2h 12m
10 AM
2h 1m
12 PM
1h 59m
3 PM
2h 2m
5 PM
2h 11m
8 PM
1h 50m

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

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city in Hamilton County, Indiana, United States

Fishers, IN

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Downtown Albion, IN, IN

Albion, IN

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Trip Overview

Fishers, IN to Albion, IN is 97.1 miles and takes about 1 hour 54 minutes via I 65, I 69, and US 31, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Indiana, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. Expect a straightforward journey primarily on major highways, making it a quick and efficient trip. It's a good option for a short, single-day excursion without needing an overnight stay.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

48.5 miles from Fishers, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 65 66 mi 1h 11m
I 69 19.3 mi 23m
US 31 3 mi 4m
State Road 256 2.8 mi 4m
South Emerson Avenue 2.6 mi 4m
East Main Street 1 mi 1m
East Southport Road 0.5 mi <1m
East 116th Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 65 — 66 mi, about 1h 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Lantern Road

494 ft · 21 sec · Lantern Road
2

Turn right onto East 116th Street

0.2 mi · 26 sec · East 116th Street
3

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 57 sec
4

Merge onto I 69

2.9 mi · 3 min · I 69
5

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69

1.0 mi · 1 min · I 69
Use the slight right lane.
6

Continue on I 69

15 mi · 18 min · I 69
Exit 200 Toward I 465 South, I 69 South Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Exit 52 Toward Emerson Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9

Turn straight onto South Emerson Avenue

2.6 mi · 4 min · South Emerson Avenue
Use the straight lane.
10

Turn right onto East Southport Road

0.5 mi · 52 sec · East Southport Road
11

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 43 sec
12

Merge onto I 65

66 mi · 1 hr 11 min · I 65
13

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 47 sec
Exit 36 Toward US 31: Austin, Crothersville
14

At end of road, turn left onto US 31

3.0 mi · 4 min · US 31
15

Turn left onto SR 256

1.0 mi · 1 min · East Main Street
16

Continue on SR 256

2.8 mi · 4 min · State Road 256
17

Arrive at destination

SR 256

Trip Plan

Given the short duration of just under 2 hours, you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving mid-morning allows for a relaxed start and still plenty of daylight upon arrival in Albion. While the drive is relatively brief, there are no designated stops provided, so consider a quick fuel or rest stop as needed, especially during the longest stretch on I 65. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $15, which is quite economical for this distance.

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 48.5 miles from Fishers, IN, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66 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 21 miles or 26m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 48.5 miles or 58m 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 31m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Albion, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Fishers, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Fishers, IN

This is one driving day of about 97.1 miles and 1h 54m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Fishers, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 66 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Greenwood, IN, IN

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Greenwood, IN

49 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

Beech Grove, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lowell, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 48.5 miles from Fishers, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66 miles.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Cafe Patachou Nickel Plate

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Fishers, Indiana

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $20 to $30

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+13178637530

Visit website

Mela Indian Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Indianapolis, Indiana

0.5 mi

Culver’s

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Seymour, Indiana

0.9 mi

Cafe Patachou Nickel Plate

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $20 to $30

Fishers, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+13178637530

Visit website

McDonald's

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

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

Fishers, Indiana

Hours: 5 am–1 pm

+13178420013

Visit website

Mela Indian Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 20.8

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+13178692400

Visit website

Culver’s

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 76.3

Seymour, Indiana

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+18124052497

Visit website

Oaken Barrel Brewing Company

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 27.7

Greenwood, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13178872287

Visit website

Azul Tequila Authentic Mexican Cuisine Seymour IN

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 76.3

Seymour, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18125198509

Visit website

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 76.3

Seymour, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+18125223122

Visit website

Chili's Grill & Bar

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 76.3

Seymour, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18125244547

Visit website

Capstone Cafe & Bookstore

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

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

Carmel, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13175669132

Visit website

Reed’s Place: Steak and Chop Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30 mile 76.3

Seymour, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18122711298

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 89.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | East 116th Street

Turn right onto East 116th Street

Navigation decision point

6
3.6 mi into trip | ~5m in | I 69

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane.
7
20 mi into trip | ~24m in

Take the exit toward Emerson Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 52 Toward Emerson Avenue
7
20.2 mi into trip | ~25m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
6
89.8 mi into trip | ~1h 42m in

Take the exit toward US 31: Austin, Crothersville

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

Exit 36 Toward US 31: Austin, Crothersville

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.18 one way

$30.36 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 34 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $16.67 $33.34
premium $4.89 $18.69 $37.37
diesel $5.61 $21.44 $42.88

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$15

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 34 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 29.1 0 $10.20 $4.66
Efficient EV 24.3 0 $8.50 $3.88
EV Truck/SUV 38.8 0 $13.59 $6.21

Gas CO2

34 kg

EV CO2

11 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 15, 2026

Origin

Fishers, IN

Late night in Fishers on Sunday

Local time

12:40 AM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Albion, IN

Late night in Albion on Sunday

Local time

12:40 AM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

71°F

Greenwood, IN

49 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

1h 54m 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 route utilizing major interstates. You'll experience a significant stretch of 66 miles on I 65, offering uninterrupted progress. The journey transitions between interstates, so be prepared for lane changes and varying speed limits as you navigate I 69 and US 31. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, minimizing time on slower, local roads.

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: 66 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 0.1 miles in near East 116th Street.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 97.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.1 miles (East 116th Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 20 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

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 Fishers, IN to Albion, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Crothersville along the way.

Crothersville

89.8 mi in | ~1h 42m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 54m. Total distance: 97.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 54m 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 66 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 Albion, 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 0.1 miles (East 116th Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 20 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 Albion, 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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