This 150.7-mile journey from Saint John, IN to Fishers, IN takes approximately 2 hours and 54 minutes, making it a manageable one-day trip. The route primarily utilizes Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway and I-465, with a brief portion on West 109th Avenue. You can expect a fuel cost of around $24 for this drive. The overall feel is a turn-heavy local experience, suitable for those who prefer a more involved drive over a straightforward interstate cruise. Since both Saint John and Fishers are located in the Midwest region of Indiana, you'll remain within familiar territory throughout your travels.
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
75.4 miles from Saint John, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 27m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
117.6 mi
2h 6m
I 465
10.7 mi
12m
West 109th Avenue
5.5 mi
9m
I 865
5.1 mi
6m
I 69
2.8 mi
3m
West Joliet Street
2.7 mi
4m
Wicker Avenue
2 mi
3m
Binford Boulevard
1.1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
— 117.6 mi, about 2h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint John, IN and Fishers, IN.
1
Start on West 93rd Avenue
39 ft·8 sec·West 93rd Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 41
2.0 mi·3 min·Wicker Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto US 231
5.5 mi·9 min·West 109th Avenue
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 231; SR 55
139 ft·7 sec·South Court Street
5
Turn left onto US 231; SR 55
2.7 mi·4 min·West Joliet Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 65 South
7
Merge onto I 65
118 mi·2 hr 6 min·Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 865
5.1 mi·6 min·I 865
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 465
11 mi·12 min·I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 37AToward Binford Boulevard, IndianapolisUse the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 37BToward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
12
Merge onto Binford Boulevard
1.1 mi·1 min·Binford Boulevard
13
Merge onto I 69
2.8 mi·3 min·I 69
14
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37
0.8 mi·49 sec·IN-37
Exit 205Toward SR 37 North: 116th StreetUse the slight right lane.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·56 sec
Exit 205Toward 116th StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn left onto East 116th Street
0.4 mi·1 min·East 116th Street
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left onto Lantern Road
478 ft·16 sec·Lantern Road
18
Arrive at destination
Lantern Road
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour, 54-minute duration and 150.7-mile distance, this route is best tackled as a single-day adventure. Consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic, especially as you approach I-465. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of approximately $24, planning is straightforward. Pay close attention to your navigation, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests numerous changes in direction. A good tip for this route is to ensure your GPS is up-to-date, as local road configurations can sometimes be tricky.
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 75.4 miles from Saint John, IN, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 117.6 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 33 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.4 miles or 1h 27m 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 19m
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 Saint John, 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 Saint John, IN
This is one driving day of about 150.7 miles and 2h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Saint John, 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 Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway for about 117.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 149.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 41 / Wicker Avenue
Turn left onto US 41 / Wicker Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
7.5 mi into trip|~12m in|US 231; SR 55 / West Joliet Street
Turn left onto US 231; SR 55 / West Joliet Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
144 mi into trip|~2h 43m in
Take the exit toward Binford Boulevard, Indianapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 37A
Toward Binford Boulevard, Indianapolis
8
149.1 mi into trip|~2h 51m 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
149.9 mi into trip|~2h 52m 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
$23.56 one way
$47.12 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg53 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$25.87
$51.74
premium
$4.89
$29.00
$58.00
diesel
$5.61
$33.27
$66.55
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
45.2
0
$15.82
$7.23
Efficient EV
37.7
0
$13.19
$6.03
EV Truck/SUV
60.3
0
$21.10
$9.64
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% 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
Saint John, IN
Late night
in Saint John on Tuesday
Local time
3:11 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fishers, IN
Late night
in Fishers on Tuesday
Local time
4:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
67°F
Lafayette, IN
75 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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
17 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 54m 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.
Indiana Dunes National Park
National Park
Lake Michigan's might has influenced Indiana Dunes for millennia. Wind and waves have shaped the land, leaving a rich mosaic of habitats along these 15 miles of Indiana coast. Over 50 miles of trails...
21 mi from route
~52 min detour
$20
near mile 10.4
Park Closure: Partial Closures to Marquette Greenway Trail and Glenwood Dunes Trail
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' on this route, with only 13% of it being highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 117.6 miles on Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway, offering a significant period of consistent travel before transitions occur. This drive is characterized by frequent turns and local road segments, so staying attentive to navigation is key. The road will likely evolve from more rural or suburban local roads to potentially busier stretches as you approach your destination in Fishers.
Only 13% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 117.6 mi on Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 41 / Wicker Avenue.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 150.7 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: near the start (US 41 / Wicker Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.5 miles (US 231; SR 55 / West Joliet Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 144 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 54m. Total distance: 150.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 117.6 miles on Casimir Pulaski Memorial 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 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: near the start (US 41 / Wicker Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.5 miles (US 231; SR 55 / West Joliet Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 144 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Indiana Dunes National 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 Fishers, IN before heading back.
