Origin
Gas City, IN
Late night in Gas City on Sunday
Local time
4:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gas City, IN to Indianapolis, 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 27m
Distance
63.6 mi
102 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gas City, IN
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward trip through the heart of the Midwest, driving from Gas City to Indianapolis is a practical choice. Spanning 63.6 miles, this journey typically takes about 1 hour and 27 minutes to complete. Because it is a short, manageable distance, it works perfectly as a quick day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $10 on fuel for the trek, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. Since both locations are situated within Indiana, you will experience a consistent regional feel as you transition from the smaller community of Gas City toward the state capital.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Strawtown Pike | 30.5 mi | 35m |
| SR 37 | 12.9 mi | 17m |
| Binford Boulevard | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| I 69 | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| East Hi Way Drive | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive | 3 mi | 5m |
| North Meridian Street | 2.4 mi | 6m |
| West 500 S | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Strawtown Pike
— 30.5 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gas City, IN and Indianapolis, IN.
1
Start on South 2nd Street
230 ft
·
15 sec
·
South 2nd Street
2
Turn left onto US 35; SR 22
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
East Main Street
3
Continue on US 35; SR 22
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
East Hi Way Drive
4
Continue on US 35; SR 22
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West 500 S
5
Turn left onto SR 37
30 mi
·
35 min
·
Strawtown Pike
6
Enter roundabout onto SR 37
105 ft
·
1 sec
·
SR 37
7
Continue on SR 37
13 mi
·
17 min
·
SR 37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 69
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
I 69
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
10
Merge onto I 69
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 69
11
Continue on Binford Boulevard
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Binford Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
13
Continue on East Fall Creek Parkway, North Drive
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
East Fall Creek Parkway, North Drive
14
Turn left onto North Meridian Street
2.4 mi
·
6 min
·
North Meridian Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
15
Turn right onto Monument Circle
368 ft
·
46 sec
·
Monument Circle
16
Turn left
76 ft
·
6 sec
17
At end of road, turn right
257 ft
·
28 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.8 miles from Gas City, 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 0 and 63.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 35; SR 22 / East Main Street
Turn left onto US 35; SR 22 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
35 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
SR 37
Enter roundabout onto SR 37
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
35 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
SR 37
Right onto SR 37
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
63.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
63.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
At end of road, turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.94 one way
$19.89 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.92 | $21.83 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.24 | $24.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.04 | $28.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.68 | $3.05 |
| Efficient EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.56 | $2.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.90 | $4.07 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Indianapolis, IN
Late night in Indianapolis on Sunday
Local time
4:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 15 mph
33% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 14 at 4:22PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 14 at 1:19PM EDT until April 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
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
11 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 27m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive offers a mixed-road experience rather than a monotonous interstate haul, as highways account for only 31% of the total distance. You will navigate a variety of surfaces, transitioning between Strawtown Pike, SR 37, and Binford Boulevard to reach your destination. Expect to settle in for a while during the longest uninterrupted stretch, which covers 30.5 miles along Strawtown Pike. Because the route shifts from smaller local roads to major arterials, the character of the drive changes as you approach the city. You should be prepared to adapt to these shifting road types throughout the 1-hour and 27-minute transit.
31% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.5 mi on Strawtown Pike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 35; SR 22 / East Main Street.
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 63.6 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: near the start (US 35; SR 22 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 35 miles (SR 37): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 35 miles (SR 37): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
890 ft
715 ft
Total Climb
80 ft
Total Descent
218 ft
Highest Point
890 ft
~13.6 mi in
Elevation Range
175 ft
About the Cities
Arriving in Indianapolis, IN
Full guide →Indianapolis is the capital of Indiana and also the state’s largest city. Efforts to beautify and modernize the city have brought Indianapolis into the 21st century as a world-class destination for everything from business meetings and trade conventions to backpackers making their way across the States. Indianapolis is widely hailed as the "Racing Capital of the World" because of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, home of the Indy 500 and Brickyard 400 at the Brickyard, and as the "Amateur Sports Capital of America" for hosting the NCAA Hall of Champions. The city has several attractions outside of sports, including museums, a large zoo, over 100 ethnic restaurants, several arts and historic districts, and a revitalized downtown. Although Indy has been mocked with the epithet "India-noplace", visitors will encounter a mix of a large metropolitan city and a simple Midwestern community.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 63.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (31%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 30.5 miles on Strawtown Pike. 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 Indianapolis, 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: near the start (US 35; SR 22 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 35 miles (SR 37): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 35 miles (SR 37): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Indianapolis, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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