This 135.2-mile journey from Kingsford Heights to Fishers, Indiana, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes to complete. You'll navigate primarily via US 31 South and SR 38, with a short segment on East 226th Street. With a projected fuel cost of around $21 and no major highway stretches, this route offers a more local driving experience. It's a straightforward trip within the Midwest, perfect for a quick getaway or an efficient transfer between these two Indiana locations without the need for an overnight stop.
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
68 miles from Kingsford Heights, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 28m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 31
90.7 mi
1h 52m
US 30
18.2 mi
23m
US 35
6.3 mi
8m
IN-37
6.1 mi
8m
Sheridan Avenue
3.5 mi
4m
US 6
2.6 mi
3m
Westfield Road
2.6 mi
3m
Little Chicago Road
1.8 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
US 31
— 90.7 mi, about 1h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kingsford Heights, IN and Fishers, IN.
1
Start on Meadowbrook Boulevard
0.6 mi·2 min·Meadowbrook Boulevard
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 35
2.6 mi·3 min·US 6; US 35
3
Turn right onto US 35
6.3 mi·8 min·US 35
4
Turn left
0.3 mi·39 sec
5
Merge onto US 30
18 mi·23 min·US 30
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward US 31 South
7
Merge onto US 31
4.1 mi·5 min·US 31
8
Merge onto US 31
0.9 mi·1 min·US 31
9
Turn slight right
512 ft·6 sec
10
Continue on US 31
85 mi·1 hr 44 min·US 31
11
Turn right onto East 226th Street
270 ft·10 sec·East 226th Street
12
Turn left
320 ft·50 sec
13
Continue on this road
320 ft·25 sec·this road
14
Turn right onto East 226th Street
270 ft·9 sec·East 226th Street
15
Turn right onto US 31
1.1 mi·1 min·US 31
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi·51 sec
Toward SR 38: Sheridan, Noblesville
17
Turn left onto SR 38
3.5 mi·4 min·Sheridan Avenue
18
Turn right onto Little Chicago Road
0.3 mi·32 sec·Little Chicago Road
19
Enter roundabout onto Little Chicago Road
120 ft·2 sec·Little Chicago Road
20
Continue on Little Chicago Road
1.5 mi·2 min·Little Chicago Road
21
Turn left onto SR 32
1.7 mi·2 min·Westfield Road
22
Enter roundabout
136 ft·3 sec
23
Continue
309 ft·5 sec
24
Continue on SR 32
0.6 mi·53 sec·Westfield Road
25
Enter roundabout onto Westfield Road
106 ft·1 sec·Westfield Road
26
Continue on Westfield Road
0.2 mi·13 sec·Westfield Road
27
Enter roundabout onto SR 32; SR 38
111 ft·1 sec·Westfield Road
28
Continue on SR 32; SR 38
0.1 mi·13 sec·Westfield Road
29
Continue on SR 32; SR 38
1.5 mi·2 min·West Conner Street
30
Turn right onto SR 37
6.1 mi·8 min·IN-37
31
Take the exit
0.2 mi·33 sec
Exit 205Toward 116th StreetUse the slight right lane.
32
Keep slight right at fork
186 ft·4 sec
Toward Fishers, Conner PrairieUse the slight right lane.
33
Turn right onto East 116th Street
0.2 mi·36 sec·East 116th Street
Use the right lane.
34
Turn left onto Lantern Road
478 ft·16 sec·Lantern Road
35
Arrive at destination
Lantern Road
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour 25 minute drive time and 135.2 miles, this trip is easily manageable in one day. To make the most of the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, consider departing Kingsford Heights in the morning to avoid potential local traffic during peak commute times. With no major highway sections and a fuel cost estimated at $21, you won't need extensive planning for fuel stops, but it's always wise to top off before you leave. Keep an eye on your GPS for the frequent turns on US 31 South and SR 38 to ensure you stay on track.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 68 miles from Kingsford Heights, IN, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.7 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 30 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68 miles or 1h 28m 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 22m
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 Kingsford Heights, 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 Kingsford Heights, IN
This is one driving day of about 136 miles and 2h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Kingsford Heights, 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 US 31 for about 90.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
2.8 mi from route
~7 min detour
$10 to $20
mile 38.6
Argos, Indiana
Hours: 11 am–11 pm
+15748926845
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 25
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 135.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.6 mi into trip|~2m in|US 6; US 35
At end of road, turn right onto US 6; US 35
Navigation decision point
5
119.5 mi into trip|~2h 34m in
Take the exit toward SR 38: Sheridan, Noblesville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 38: Sheridan, Noblesville
5
126.9 mi into trip|~2h 45m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
135.4 mi into trip|~2h 57m 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
135.7 mi into trip|~2h 58m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.26 one way
$42.52 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg48 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$23.34
$46.69
premium
$4.89
$26.17
$52.34
diesel
$5.61
$30.03
$60.05
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
40.8
0
$14.28
$6.53
Efficient EV
34
0
$11.90
$5.44
EV Truck/SUV
54.4
0
$19.04
$8.70
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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 16, 2026
Origin
Kingsford Heights, IN
Morning
in Kingsford Heights on Sunday
Local time
9:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fishers, IN
Morning
in Fishers on Sunday
Local time
10:52 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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
14 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 59m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy' local drive with a 0% highway share. This means you'll be spending your time on surface streets and county roads, which can make the 135.2 miles feel a bit longer than the 2 hour 25 minute duration suggests. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but the nature of local roads implies frequent intersections and changes in speed limits. The drive will likely involve navigating through smaller towns and rural areas rather than a continuous, high-speed experience.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 90.7 mi on US 31.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 31 and US 30. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near US 6; US 35.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 136 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 0.6 miles (US 6; US 35): Navigation decision point; at 119.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 126.9 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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 Kingsford Heights, IN to Fishers, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Noblesville along the way.
Noblesville
119.5 mi in|~2h 34m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 59m. Total distance: 136 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 90.7 miles on US 31. 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 Fishers, 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 0.6 miles (US 6; US 35): Navigation decision point; at 119.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 126.9 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fishers, IN before heading back.
