Origin
New Carlisle, IN
Morning in New Carlisle on Sunday
Local time
10:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Carlisle, 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
3h 8m
Distance
144.8 mi
233 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 57m
★
6 AM
3h 9m
8 AM
3h 32m
10 AM
3h 17m
12 PM
3h 15m
3 PM
3h 18m
5 PM
3h 31m
8 PM
3h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Carlisle, IN
Tina Nord
Fishers, IN
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Trip Overview
This 144.8-mile drive from New Carlisle, Indiana, to Fishers, Indiana, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 3 hours and 8 minutes. Primarily utilizing US 31, this route is focused on highway travel, making it a convenient option for a single-day trip. You can expect a fuel cost of around $23 for this journey within the Midwest. With only one recommended stop, the drive offers a direct path, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. It's a practical choice if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without significant detours.
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
72.4 miles from New Carlisle, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 31 | 111.6 mi | 2h 17m |
| Western Avenue | 8.4 mi | 11m |
| IN-37 | 6.1 mi | 8m |
| Saint Joseph Valley Parkway | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| Sheridan Avenue | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Westfield Road | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Timothy Road | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Little Chicago Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 31
— 111.6 mi, about 2h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Carlisle, IN and Fishers, IN.
1
Start on Lynn Dee Court
98 ft
·
8 sec
·
Lynn Dee Court
2
Turn left onto South Filbert Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
South Filbert Street
3
Continue on Chapman Drive
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Chapman Drive
4
Turn right onto Timothy Road
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Timothy Road
5
Turn left onto SR 2
8.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Western Avenue
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 20 East, US 31 South: Mishawaka, Plymouth
7
Merge onto US 20; US 31
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Saint Joseph Valley Parkway
8
Take the exit onto US 31
25 mi
·
30 min
·
US 31
Toward US 31 South: Plymouth, Indianapolis
9
Merge onto US 31
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 31
10
Turn slight right
512 ft
·
6 sec
11
Continue on US 31
85 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
·
US 31
12
Turn right onto East 226th Street
270 ft
·
10 sec
·
East 226th Street
13
Turn left
320 ft
·
50 sec
14
Continue on this road
320 ft
·
25 sec
·
this road
15
Turn right onto East 226th Street
270 ft
·
9 sec
·
East 226th Street
16
Turn right onto US 31
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 31
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
Toward SR 38: Sheridan, Noblesville
18
Turn left onto SR 38
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Sheridan Avenue
19
Turn right onto Little Chicago Road
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Little Chicago Road
20
Enter roundabout onto Little Chicago Road
120 ft
·
2 sec
·
Little Chicago Road
21
Continue on Little Chicago Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Little Chicago Road
22
Turn left onto SR 32
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Westfield Road
23
Enter roundabout
136 ft
·
3 sec
24
Continue
309 ft
·
5 sec
25
Continue on SR 32
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Westfield Road
26
Enter roundabout onto Westfield Road
106 ft
·
1 sec
·
Westfield Road
27
Continue on Westfield Road
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
Westfield Road
28
Enter roundabout onto SR 32; SR 38
111 ft
·
1 sec
·
Westfield Road
29
Continue on SR 32; SR 38
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Westfield Road
30
Continue on SR 32; SR 38
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West Conner Street
31
Turn right onto SR 37
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
IN-37
32
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 205
Toward 116th Street
Use the slight right lane.
33
Keep slight right at fork
186 ft
·
4 sec
Toward Fishers, Conner Prairie
Use the slight right lane.
34
Turn right onto East 116th Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
East 116th Street
Use the right lane.
35
Turn left onto Lantern Road
478 ft
·
16 sec
·
Lantern Road
36
Arrive at destination
Lantern Road
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of just over 3 hours, this route is ideal for a day trip, offering flexibility in your departure time. You could leave in the morning and arrive by lunchtime, or depart later in the day. The longest stretch without a major break is 111.6 miles on US 31, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly, perhaps around the halfway point or slightly before you begin that long segment. With an estimated fuel cost of $23, it's a budget-friendly option. A good tip is to check local traffic conditions on US 31 before you depart, as it can be a busy corridor, especially near larger towns.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.4 miles from New Carlisle, IN, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 111.6 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 32 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.4 miles or 1h 32m 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 30m
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 New Carlisle, 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 New Carlisle, IN
This is one driving day of about 144.8 miles and 3h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from New Carlisle, 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 111.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
72 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 72.4 miles from New Carlisle, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 31 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 111.6 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 245 decision points cluster between mile 10.5 and 144.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
10.5 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward US 20 East, US 31 South: Mishawaka, Plymouth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 20 East, US 31 South: Mishawaka, Plym...
5
16.3 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
US 31
Take the exit onto US 31 toward US 31 South: Plymouth, Indianapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 31 South: Plymouth, Indianapolis
5
128.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 43m 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
7
144.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 7m 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
144.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 7m 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
$22.64 one way
$45.28 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $24.86 | $49.71 |
| premium | $4.89 | $27.87 | $55.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.97 | $63.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.4 | 0 | $15.20 | $6.95 |
| Efficient EV | 36.2 | 0 | $12.67 | $5.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 57.9 | 0 | $20.27 | $9.27 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Morning in Fishers on Sunday
Local time
10:39 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
5 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
3h 8m 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?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, with 85% of the route on higher-speed roads. The main artery is US 31, which will carry you for a significant uninterrupted stretch of 111.6 miles. This means you'll experience consistent travel speeds for most of your journey. While the profile is predominantly highway, be prepared for potential transitions as you enter and exit towns along the way. The character is largely about making steady progress rather than experiencing varied terrain or winding roads.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 111.6 mi on US 31.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 31 and Western Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 144.8 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 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.3 miles (US 31): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 128.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between New Carlisle, IN and Fishers, IN, road signs point toward Plymouth, Indianapolis and Noblesville.
Plymouth
10.5 mi in
|
~16m
Indianapolis
16.3 mi in
|
~24m
|
via US 31
Noblesville
128.3 mi in
|
~2h 43m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 8m. Total distance: 144.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 111.6 miles on US 31. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.3 miles (US 31): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 128.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Fishers, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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