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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 55m

Distance

132.4 mi

213 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

Good

7 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 44m ★
6 AM
2h 55m
8 AM
3h 18m
10 AM
3h 3m
12 PM
3h 1m
3 PM
3h 4m
5 PM
3h 17m
8 PM
2h 49m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city and county seat of St. Joseph County, Indiana, United States of America

South Bend, IN

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city in Hamilton County, Indiana, United States

Fishers, IN

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Trip Overview

This 132.4-mile drive from South Bend, Indiana, to Fishers, Indiana, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with about 70% of the drive on faster roads, making it an efficient trip. You can expect the fuel cost to be around $21, and with only one main recommended stop, it's a convenient option for a quick getaway or a day trip. Both your origin and destination are within the Midwest region, so you'll experience a consistent regional feel 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

66.2 miles from South Bend, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 31 86.6 mi 1h 47m
South Michigan Street 28.2 mi 38m
IN-37 6.1 mi 8m
Sheridan Avenue 3.5 mi 4m
Westfield Road 2.6 mi 3m
Little Chicago Road 1.8 mi 3m
West Conner Street 1.5 mi 2m
North Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard 0.6 mi 2m
Longest stretch: US 31 — 86.6 mi, about 1h 47m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between South Bend, IN and Fishers, IN.

1

Start on East Navarre Street

131 ft · 12 sec · East Navarre Street
2

Turn left onto SR 933; BUS US 31

444 ft · 12 sec · North Michigan Street
3

Enter roundabout onto North Michigan Street

125 ft · 7 sec · North Michigan Street
4

Continue on North Michigan Street

196 ft · 6 sec · North Michigan Street
5

Continue on North Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard

0.6 mi · 2 min · North Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
6

Continue on South Michigan Street

2.5 mi · 6 min · South Michigan Street
7

Enter roundabout onto BUS US 31

125 ft · 7 sec · South Michigan Street
8

Continue on BUS US 31

0.6 mi · 1 min · South Michigan Street
9

Continue on BUS US 31

25 mi · 29 min · South Michigan Street
10

Merge onto US 31

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 31
11

Turn slight right

512 ft · 6 sec
12

Continue on US 31

85 mi · 1 hr 44 min · US 31
13

Turn right onto East 226th Street

270 ft · 10 sec · East 226th Street
14

Turn left

320 ft · 50 sec
15

Continue on this road

320 ft · 25 sec · this road
16

Turn right onto East 226th Street

270 ft · 9 sec · East 226th Street
17

Turn right onto US 31

1.1 mi · 1 min · US 31
18

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 51 sec
Toward SR 38: Sheridan, Noblesville
19

Turn left onto SR 38

3.5 mi · 4 min · Sheridan Avenue
20

Turn right onto Little Chicago Road

0.3 mi · 32 sec · Little Chicago Road
21

Enter roundabout onto Little Chicago Road

120 ft · 2 sec · Little Chicago Road
22

Continue on Little Chicago Road

1.5 mi · 2 min · Little Chicago Road
23

Turn left onto SR 32

1.7 mi · 2 min · Westfield Road
24

Enter roundabout

136 ft · 3 sec
25

Continue

309 ft · 5 sec
26

Continue on SR 32

0.6 mi · 53 sec · Westfield Road
27

Enter roundabout onto Westfield Road

106 ft · 1 sec · Westfield Road
28

Continue on Westfield Road

0.2 mi · 13 sec · Westfield Road
29

Enter roundabout onto SR 32; SR 38

111 ft · 1 sec · Westfield Road
30

Continue on SR 32; SR 38

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Westfield Road
31

Continue on SR 32; SR 38

1.5 mi · 2 min · West Conner Street
32

Turn right onto SR 37

6.1 mi · 8 min · IN-37
33

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 33 sec
Exit 205 Toward 116th Street Use the slight right lane.
34

Keep slight right at fork

186 ft · 4 sec
Toward Fishers, Conner Prairie Use the slight right lane.
35

Turn right onto East 116th Street

0.2 mi · 36 sec · East 116th Street
Use the right lane.
36

Turn left onto Lantern Road

478 ft · 16 sec · Lantern Road
37

Arrive at destination

Lantern Road

Trip Plan

With a total duration of under 3 hours, this route offers plenty of flexibility for departure times. Leaving South Bend in the morning will get you to Fishers by midday, leaving your afternoon open. The $21 fuel cost is quite manageable, so plan to fill up before you leave or at a stop along the way. Keep an eye out for the longest stretch on US 31; it’s a good segment to time your snack or stretch break. Given the relatively short distance and single main road, the primary advice is to simply enjoy the efficient travel.

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 66.2 miles from South Bend, IN, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.6 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 29 miles or 41m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 66.2 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 South Bend, 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 South Bend, IN

This is one driving day of about 132.4 miles and 2h 55m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from South Bend, 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 86.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

town in Carroll County, Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Flora, IN

66 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

Plymouth, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Flora, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 66.2 miles from South Bend, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 31 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.6 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

Sahm's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fishers, Indiana

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch · 0min to go 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13178421577

Visit website

The Skillet Restaurant and Catering

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

South Bend, Indiana

1.8 mi

Don Rigo Mexican Cuisine

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Carmel, Indiana

3 mi

McDonald's

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Fishers, Indiana

Hours: 5 am–1 pm

+13178420013

Visit website

Sahm's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30

Fishers, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13178421577

Visit website

The Skillet Restaurant and Catering

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

South Bend, Indiana

Hours: 3–7 pm

+15742346069

Visit website

Don Rigo Mexican Cuisine

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Carmel, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13172195251

Visit website

Kokomo Fish Chicken & Gyros

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Kokomo, Indiana

Hours: 10:30 am–10 pm

+17652523919

Visit website

Tacos Toluca

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+14632445372

Visit website

Bugambilias Mexican Cuisine

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13175165978

Visit website

Super Pollo Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm

+13175372478

Visit website

Capstone Cafe & Bookstore

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10

Carmel, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13175669132

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Bunker Hill, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Early stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Rochester, Indiana

+18668167584

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Kokomo, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour

Kokomo, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Kokomo, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Red E Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Rochester, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

InCharge Energy Charging Station

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Rochester, Indiana

+18333994638

Visit website

Gallahan Travel Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0.2 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

0.2 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0.6 mi from route

Service Plaza

0.8 mi from route

Service Plaza

1.9 mi from route

Unity Gardens Inc.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour

South Bend, Indiana

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+15742222266

Visit website

Generations Adventureplex

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour

Mishawaka, Indiana

Hours: 3–9 pm

+15748551095

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 22

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 132.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | SR 933; BUS US 31 / North Michigan Street

Turn left onto SR 933; BUS US 31 / North Michigan Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | North Michigan Street

Enter roundabout onto North Michigan Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
115.9 mi into trip | ~2h 29m 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
131.9 mi into trip | ~2h 53m 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
132.1 mi into trip | ~2h 54m 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

$20.70 one way

$41.40 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 46 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $22.73 $45.45
premium $4.89 $25.48 $50.96
diesel $5.61 $29.23 $58.46

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: 46.3 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 39.7 0 $13.90 $6.36
Efficient EV 33.1 0 $11.58 $5.30
EV Truck/SUV 53 0 $18.54 $8.47

Gas CO2

46 kg

EV CO2

15 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 17, 2026

Origin

South Bend, IN

Late night in South Bend on Tuesday

Local time

4:12 AM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fishers, IN

Late night in Fishers on Tuesday

Local time

4:12 AM

EDT

Current temp

53°F

Clear

WSW 2 mph 0% chance 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

13 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 55m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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 this trip, with 70% of your time spent on faster roads. The main arteries guiding you are US 31 and IN-37, with a brief section on South Michigan Street at the beginning. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a solid 86.6 miles on US 31, allowing for a good pace. While primarily highway, the road character shifts enough to keep things interesting, transitioning between open stretches and more developed areas as you make your way south through Indiana.

70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
37 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 86.6 mi on US 31.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 31 and South Michigan Street. You will hit about 22 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 933; BUS US 31 / North Michigan Street.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 132.4 miles you will encounter 22 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 933; BUS US 31 / North Michigan Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Michigan Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 115.9 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.

On the drive from South Bend, IN to Fishers, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Noblesville along the way.

Noblesville

115.9 mi in | ~2h 29m

About the Cities

Starting in South Bend, IN

Full guide →

South Bend is in Northern Indiana. The city's name is drawn from the fact that it's situated on the southernmost bend in the St. Joseph River. Together with neighboring Mishawaka they form a continuous urban area of about 325,000 (2020). South Bend is the home of the University of Notre Dame, but is also the former home of many large companies such as Studebaker, Oliver Chilled Plow, and Singer. The area is now home to Crowe-Chizek, AM General (which makes military vehicles.), Bosch, Honeywell, and Woodwind & Brasswind. The city hopes to grow with the undertaking of a new nano-technology campus near the city, which has already brought new contracts for factories and businesses around the city of Southbend.

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 55m. Total distance: 132.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 86.6 miles on US 31. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 6 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 933; BUS US 31 / North Michigan Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Michigan Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 115.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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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