This 180.1-mile drive from Fishers, Indiana, to Long Beach, Indiana, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 31 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-65, I-465, and the Borman Expressway, this route keeps you on the highway for about 95% of the journey. Expect a fuel cost around $28 for this Midwest to Midwest excursion. The efficiency of this highway-focused drive makes it a straightforward option for a quick getaway or an easy transition to your destination.
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
90 miles from Fishers, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 41m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
129.8 mi
2h 21m
I 465
10.9 mi
12m
Borman Expressway
9.6 mi
11m
US 20
9.4 mi
13m
I 865
5 mi
5m
I 69
4.1 mi
5m
US-12
2.4 mi
3m
East Dunes Highway
1.6 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 129.8 mi, about 2h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fishers, IN and Long Beach, 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
0.2 mi·22 sec·I 69
Exit 200Toward I 465 South, I 69 South
7
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 465 West
8
Continue on I 465
11 mi·12 min·I 465
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 865
5.0 mi·5 min·I 865
Exit 25Toward I 865 West: Chicago
10
Merge onto I 65; US 52
12 mi·13 min·I 65; US 52
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit onto US 52
0.2 mi·15 sec·US 52
Exit 141Toward US 52 West
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·9 sec
13
Merge onto I 65
118 mi·2 hr 8 min·I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 259BToward I 80 East, I 94 East, US 6 East: Toledo, DetroitUse the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·26 sec
Toward I 80 East, I 94 East, US 6 East: Toledo, Detroit
16
Merge onto I 80; I 94; US 6
9.6 mi·11 min·Borman Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 22BToward US 20 East: PorterUse the right lane.
18
Turn straight onto US 20
9.4 mi·13 min·US 20
19
Turn left onto SR 520
0.2 mi·31 sec·Maple Street
20
At end of road, turn right onto US 12
1.6 mi·2 min·East Dunes Highway
21
Turn straight onto US 12
1.2 mi·1 min·US-12
22
Continue on US 12
0.8 mi·1 min·West 4th Street
23
Continue on US 12
1.1 mi·2 min·West Michigan Boulevard
24
Continue on US 12
0.9 mi·1 min·2nd Street
25
Continue on US 12
1.2 mi·1 min·US-12
26
Turn left onto North Karwick Road
0.4 mi·1 min·North Karwick Road
27
Continue on Avondale Drive
0.2 mi·38 sec·Avondale Drive
28
Turn left onto Oriole Trail
0.2 mi·49 sec·Oriole Trail
29
Turn left onto Somerset Road
209 ft·9 sec·Somerset Road
30
Continue on Somerset Road
259 ft·11 sec·Somerset Road
31
Arrive at destination
Claremont Avenue
Trip Plan
Given this trip's 3-hour and 31-minute duration, leaving Fishers in the morning allows ample time to reach Long Beach without feeling rushed. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility; however, be mindful of the longest stretch of 129.8 miles on I-65, planning a break beforehand is advisable. The estimated fuel cost is $28, so ensure your tank is full before departing. Keep an eye on traffic conditions, especially around the Indianapolis (I-465) and Chicago metropolitan areas (Borman Expressway) as these can impact your travel time.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 90 miles from Fishers, IN, or about 1h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 129.8 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 40 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 90 miles or 1h 41m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Long Beach, 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.
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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 Fishers, IN
This is one driving day of about 180.1 miles and 3h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Fishers, 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 65 for about 129.8 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.6 and 162.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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.
6
16.4 mi into trip|~20m in|I 865
Keep slight left at fork onto I 865 toward I 865 West: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 25
Toward I 865 West: Chicago
8
151.6 mi into trip|~2h 48m in
Take the exit toward I 80 East, I 94 East, US 6 East: Toledo, Detroit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 259B
Toward I 80 East, I 94 East, US 6 East: Toledo,...
6
152.5 mi into trip|~2h 49m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 East, I 94 East, US 6 East: Toledo, Detroit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 80 East, I 94 East, US 6 East: Toledo,...
7
162.4 mi into trip|~3h 1m in
Take the exit toward US 20 East: Porter
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 22B
Toward US 20 East: Porter
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.16 one way
$56.31 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg63 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$30.91
$61.83
premium
$4.89
$34.66
$69.32
diesel
$5.61
$39.76
$79.53
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
54
0
$18.91
$8.64
Efficient EV
45
0
$15.76
$7.20
EV Truck/SUV
72
0
$25.21
$11.53
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Fishers, IN
Late night
in Fishers on Sunday
Local time
3:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Long Beach, IN
Late night
in Long Beach on Sunday
Local time
2:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
69°F
Lansing, IL
90 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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
13 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
3h 31m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Indiana Dunes National Park
National Park
Lake Michigan's might has influenced Indiana Dunes for millennia. Wind and waves have shaped the land, leaving a rich mosaic of habitats along these 15 miles of Indiana coast. Over 50 miles of trails...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
$20
near mile 161.4
Park Closure: Partial Closures to Marquette Greenway Trail and Glenwood Dunes Trail
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 180.1-mile journey. With 95% of the drive on major interstates like I-65, I-465, and the Borman Expressway, it's designed for steady progress. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 129.8 miles on I-65, offering a substantial period of consistent driving. This profile suggests a route where maintaining speed is the primary characteristic, rather than winding scenic byways.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 129.8 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and I 465. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.6 miles in near I 69.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 180.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.6 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.4 miles (I 865): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 151.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Long Beach, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Detroit along the way.
Detroit
151.6 mi in|~2h 48m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 31m. Total distance: 180.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 129.8 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Long Beach, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.6 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.4 miles (I 865): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 151.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Indiana Dunes National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Long Beach, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
