Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
30m
Distance
21.5 mi
35 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hymera, IN
Google DeepMind
Carlisle, IN
Daniel Ridgeway
Hymera, IN to Carlisle, IN is 21.5 miles and takes about 30m via US 41, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within Indiana and the Midwest region, offering a straightforward drive. It's a quick trip that doesn't require extensive planning, perfect for a spontaneous outing or as a brief segment of a larger journey. You'll be covering a minimal distance, making it ideal for those who prefer shorter travel days.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 41 | 16.3 mi | 20m |
| East Jackson Street | 5.2 mi | 9m |
| North State Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Hymera, IN and Carlisle, IN.
Start on North State Street
Turn right onto SR 48
Turn left onto US 41; US 150
Continue on US 41; US 150
Arrive at destination
2 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 5.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto SR 48 / East Jackson Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 41; US 150
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$3.18 one way
$6.35 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.14 | $3.51 | $7.01 |
| premium | $4.72 | $3.99 | $7.98 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $4.06 | $8.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.26 | $1.03 |
| Efficient EV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.88 | $0.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.01 | $1.38 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Hymera on Monday
Local time
7:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Sunny
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 13 at 12:57PM EDT until July 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Destination
Morning in Carlisle on Monday
Local time
7:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Sunny
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 13 at 12:57PM EDT until July 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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.
This is a highway-focused drive, with 76% of the route utilizing major roads. You'll experience a 16.3-mile stretch on US 41, which forms the backbone of this journey. Expect a consistent driving pace for most of the trip, as the profile indicates primarily highway conditions. The transition from East Jackson Street to North State Street will likely involve navigating local roads before merging onto the main highway.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 41 and East Jackson Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 48 / East Jackson Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hymera, IN to Carlisle, IN is easy. At 30m with 76% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 48 / East Jackson Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles (US 41; US 150): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
125 ft
Total Descent
157 ft
Highest Point
540 ft
~3.1 mi in
Elevation Range
80 ft
Carlisle is a city in Cumbria, in northwest England 10 miles from the border with Scotland, with a population of 74,200 in 2024. Most visitors are just making an overnight stop on a long motorway journey, but reasons to linger include the cathedral, castle and museums. You could also use Carlisle as a base for exploring the northern end of the Lake District, and Hadrian's Wall.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 30m. Total distance: 21.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Straightforward navigation.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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