Origin
Morristown, IN
Late night in Morristown on Sunday
Local time
3:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Morristown, 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
48m
Distance
34.5 mi
56 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Morristown, IN
Craig Adderley
Fishers, IN
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Trip Overview
This 34.5-mile drive from Morristown to Fishers, Indiana, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 48 minutes, making it ideal for a single-day excursion. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $5, this journey through the Midwest region of Indiana is budget-friendly. The route primarily utilizes East Main Street and I-69, offering a balanced driving experience. You won't need to worry about breaking this drive up overnight; it's perfectly suited for a quick commute or an easy afternoon outing. Plan for a smooth and efficient travel day with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Main Street | 14.4 mi | 21m |
| I 69 | 14 mi | 17m |
| West Main Street | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| IN-37 | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| US 52 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East 116th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Lantern Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East Main Street
— 14.4 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morristown, IN and Fishers, IN.
1
Start on US 52
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
West Main Street
2
Enter roundabout onto US 52
156 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Main Street
3
Continue on US 52
14 mi
·
21 min
·
East Main Street
4
Turn left onto US 52
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
US 52
Toward I 465 North, US 52 West
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 69; I 465
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
I 69; I 465
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
I 69
Exit 37
Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
7
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37
0.8 mi
·
49 sec
·
IN-37
Exit 205
Toward SR 37 North: 116th Street
Use the slight right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 205
Toward 116th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto East 116th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East 116th Street
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left onto Lantern Road
478 ft
·
16 sec
·
Lantern Road
11
Arrive at destination
Lantern Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.3 miles from Morristown, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 4.2 and 33.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
4.2 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
US 52 / East Main Street
Enter roundabout onto US 52 / East Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
18.6 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
US 52
Turn left onto US 52 toward I 465 North, US 52 West
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 465 North, US 52 West
6
28.7 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 37
Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
8
32.9 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
SR 37 / IN-37
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37 / IN-37 toward SR 37 North: 116th Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 205
Toward SR 37 North: 116th Street
7
33.7 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward 116th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 205
Toward 116th Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.39 one way
$10.79 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.92 | $11.84 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.64 | $13.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.62 | $15.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.62 | $1.66 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.02 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.83 | $2.21 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Destination
Fishers, IN
Late night in Fishers on Sunday
Local time
3:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
18 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
48m 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?
The drive from Morristown to Fishers presents a mixed bag of road types, with 44% of the journey on highways. You'll experience stretches on local roads like East Main Street and West Main Street, interspersed with highway driving. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 14.4 miles, likely on East Main Street before merging onto faster roads. This blend means you'll navigate some city or town driving before picking up speed on the interstate. Expect the road character to shift from more controlled local streets to higher-speed, more direct travel.
44% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.4 mi on East Main Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 4.2 miles in near US 52 / East Main Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 34.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 48m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles (US 52 / East Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 18.6 miles (US 52): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.7 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 34.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (44%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.4 miles on East Main Street. 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.
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: at 4.2 miles (US 52 / East Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 18.6 miles (US 52): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.7 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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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