Origin
Garrett, IN
Late night in Garrett on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Garrett, IN to Fishers, 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 20m
Distance
125.9 mi
203 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 11m
★
6 AM
2h 21m
8 AM
2h 40m
10 AM
2h 27m
12 PM
2h 25m
3 PM
2h 28m
5 PM
2h 39m
8 PM
2h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Garrett, IN
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Fishers, IN
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Trip Overview
Garrett to Fishers is 125.9 miles and takes about 2h 20m via I 69, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Indiana, connecting two points in the Midwest. You'll spend most of your time on the interstate, making for a straightforward journey. With just over two hours of driving time, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. Plan for a smooth and efficient drive from start to finish.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
63 miles from Garrett, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 120.3 mi | 2h 10m |
| County Road 56 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| South Randolph Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| County Road 11A | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East 116th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| IN-37 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Lantern Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 120.3 mi, about 2h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garrett, IN and Fishers, IN.
1
Start on SR 327
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Randolph Street
2
Turn left onto CR 56
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
County Road 56
3
Continue on CR 11A
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
County Road 11A
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
5
Merge onto I 69
120 mi
·
2 hr 10 min
·
I 69
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 205
Toward 116th Street
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto SR 37
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
IN-37
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 205
Toward 116th Street
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
186 ft
·
4 sec
Toward Fishers, Conner Prairie
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn right onto East 116th Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
East 116th Street
Use the right lane.
11
Turn left onto Lantern Road
478 ft
·
16 sec
·
Lantern Road
12
Arrive at destination
Lantern Road
Trip Plan
Given the short 2h 20m duration, you have plenty of flexibility for departure time. Aiming to leave mid-morning allows for a relaxed start and arrival with ample daylight. Since the longest stretch on I 69 is over 120 miles, you'll want to ensure you have a full tank of fuel before embarking on that segment. While there are no designated stops mentioned, consider a quick break around the halfway point if needed. The fuel cost is estimated at $20, so factor that into your 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 63 miles from Garrett, IN, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 120.3 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 28 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63 miles or 1h 10m 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 54m
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 Garrett, 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 Garrett, IN
This is one driving day of about 125.9 miles and 2h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Garrett, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 69 for about 120.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 63 miles from Garrett, 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 120.3 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 4.6 and 125.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
4.6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
I 69
Merge onto I 69
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
124.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 18m 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
125.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 19m 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
125.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 19m 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
125.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 19m in
|
East 116th Street
Turn right onto East 116th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.68 one way
$39.37 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $21.61 | $43.22 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.23 | $48.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.80 | $55.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.8 | 0 | $13.22 | $6.04 |
| Efficient EV | 31.5 | 0 | $11.02 | $5.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.4 | 0 | $17.63 | $8.06 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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
Late night in Fishers on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
15 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
2h 20m 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 96% of the route utilizing major highways. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 120.3 miles on I 69, which forms the backbone of this trip. The road primarily consists of interstate driving, suggesting a fast-paced journey with minimal detours. Expect a consistent driving experience for the majority of the trip, punctuated only by the initial and final approach roads like County Road 56 and South Randolph Street.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 120.3 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and County Road 56. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.6 miles in near I 69.
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 125.9 miles you will encounter 9 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 4.6 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 124.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 125.4 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 2h 20m. Total distance: 125.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 120.3 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: at 4.6 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 124.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 125.4 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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