Origin
Indianapolis, IN
Late night in Indianapolis on Sunday
Local time
12:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Indianapolis, IN to Busseron, 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
115.1 mi
185 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
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 26m
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.
Busseron, IN
Gustavo Novo
Trip Overview
If you are looking to get from Indianapolis to Busseron, you are in for a straightforward 115.1-mile journey across the Indiana heartland. Expect to spend about 2 hours and 20 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a estimated fuel cost of $17, it is an affordable excursion that does not require an overnight stay. You will navigate a mix of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, US 41, and SR 46 to reach your destination. Since both locations sit firmly within the Midwest, the transition is seamless and familiar. Planning for a simple day trip is your best bet here, as the mileage is manageable for most drivers.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
57.5 miles from Indianapolis, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 67.8 mi | 1h 15m |
| US 41 | 37.5 mi | 47m |
| SR 46 | 5.7 mi | 6m |
| North Williams Road | 0.6 mi | 2m |
| South Capitol Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| US 40 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Capitol Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West Market Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
— 67.8 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indianapolis, IN and Busseron, IN.
1
Start on this road
257 ft
·
32 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto West Market Street
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
West Market Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto North Capitol Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Capitol Avenue
Use the straight lane.
4
Keep slight right at fork onto South Capitol Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Capitol Avenue
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis
6
Merge onto I 70
68 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 11A-B
Toward US 40 East, SR 641 South, SR 46
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 11B
Toward US 40 East, SR 46 West
9
Turn straight onto US 40; SR 46
479 ft
·
16 sec
·
US 40; SR 46
10
Continue on US 40; SR 46
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
US 40; SR 46
Use the left lane.
11
Turn straight onto SR 46; SR 641
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
SR 46; SR 641
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
13
Merge onto US 41; US 150
37 mi
·
47 min
·
US 41; US 150
14
Turn right onto North Williams Road
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
North Williams Road
15
Turn left onto North Old 41
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
North Old 41
16
Turn right onto County Road 50 West
162 ft
·
7 sec
·
County Road 50 West
17
Arrive at destination
County Road 50 West
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour and 20 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. Because there are no designated stops programmed into this route, plan your own breaks strategically to keep your energy high. Since you are covering 115.1 miles, a quick check of your fuel levels before leaving Indianapolis will ensure you stay within your $17 budget without needing to hunt for pumps along the way. Stay alert as you transition away from the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, as the road conditions and speed limits will change once you transition to US 41 and SR 46. Enjoy the freedom of a short drive that gets you to Busseron without the stress of an exhaustive itinerary.
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 57.5 miles from Indianapolis, IN, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67.8 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 25 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.5 miles or 1h 7m 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 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Busseron, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Indianapolis, 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 Indianapolis, IN
This is one driving day of about 115.1 miles and 2h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Indianapolis, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway for about 67.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 57.5 miles from Indianapolis, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Dwight D Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 67.8 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 70.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
North Capitol Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto North Capitol Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
1.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Merge onto I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
69.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward US 40 East, SR 641 South, SR 46
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 11A-B
Toward US 40 East, SR 641 South, SR 46
7
69.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 40 East, SR 46 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 11B
Toward US 40 East, SR 46 West
5
70.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
|
US 40; SR 46
Continue onto US 40; SR 46
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.99 one way
$35.99 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $19.76 | $39.51 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.15 | $44.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.41 | $50.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.5 | 0 | $12.09 | $5.52 |
| Efficient EV | 28.8 | 0 | $10.07 | $4.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46 | 0 | $16.11 | $7.37 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Busseron, IN
Late night in Busseron on Sunday
Local time
12:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Alaska, IN
58 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
19 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
George Rogers Clark National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The British flag would not be raised above Fort Sackville Feb. 25, 1779. At 10 A.M., the garrison surrendered to American Colonel George Rogers Clark. His American army, aided by French residents of t...
12 mi from route
~29 min detour
Free
near mile 115.1
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip offers a mixed driving profile that keeps the pace varied as you transition from major thoroughfares to regional roads. You will spend roughly 38% of your time on highways, providing a nice balance between speed and local navigation. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 67.8 miles on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, allowing you to settle into a steady rhythm early on. As you move off the main interstate segments, the character of the road shifts, requiring more attention to local traffic patterns. It is a functional drive that blends the efficiency of major routes with the practical reality of navigating Indiana’s regional infrastructure.
38% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 67.8 mi on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near North Capitol Avenue.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 115.1 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 0.2 miles (North Capitol Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Starting 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 2h 20m. Total distance: 115.1 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 (38%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 67.8 miles on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. 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 Busseron, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (North Capitol Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — George Rogers Clark National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Busseron, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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