South Whitley to Fishers is 89.7 miles and takes about 1 hour 57 minutes via South Strawtown Pike, US 24, and SR 5, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Indiana, traversing the Midwest region. It's a fairly straightforward trip, mostly on well-maintained roads that make for a predictable journey. Given the relatively short distance and duration, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing ample time for your destination activities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.9 miles from South Whitley, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 2m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
South Strawtown Pike
32.9 mi
38m
US 24
26.8 mi
31m
SR 5
14.7 mi
25m
SR 37
12.4 mi
16m
South Western Avenue
2.4 mi
4m
East 116th Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Lantern Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
South Strawtown Pike
— 32.9 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Whitley, IN and Fishers, IN.
1
Start on SR 5
0.1 mi·14 sec·SR 5
2
Continue on SR 5; SR 14
15 mi·25 min·SR 5; SR 14
3
Turn right onto US 24; SR 9
27 mi·31 min·US 24; SR 9
4
Continue on SR 9; SR 15
2.4 mi·4 min·South Western Avenue
5
Turn slight right onto SR 37
33 mi·38 min·South Strawtown Pike
6
Enter roundabout onto SR 37
105 ft·1 sec·SR 37
7
Continue on SR 37
12 mi·16 min·SR 37
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·33 sec
Exit 205Toward 116th StreetUse the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
186 ft·4 sec
Toward Fishers, Conner PrairieUse the slight right lane.
10
Turn right onto East 116th Street
0.2 mi·36 sec·East 116th Street
Use the right lane.
11
Turn left onto Lantern Road
478 ft·16 sec·Lantern Road
12
Arrive at destination
Lantern Road
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 1 hour and 57-minute drive, consider departing in the morning to enjoy a full day at your destination. With a total distance of 89.7 miles, you won't need to plan for extensive stops, but a quick break around the halfway point is always a good idea. Keep an eye on your fuel; the estimated cost is $14, and it's wise to top off before leaving South Whitley, as services can vary between highway stretches and local roads. The longest stretch without a significant change is 32.9 miles, so ensure you're comfortable for that duration.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 44.9 miles from South Whitley, IN, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.9 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 20 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.9 miles or 1h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 39m
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 Whitley, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from South Whitley, IN
This is one driving day of about 89.7 miles and 1h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from South Whitley, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on South Strawtown Pike for about 32.9 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 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 14.7 and 89.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
14.7 mi into trip|~25m in|US 24; SR 9
Turn right onto US 24; SR 9
Navigation decision point
7
89.2 mi into trip|~1h 56m 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
89.4 mi into trip|~1h 56m 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
5
89.5 mi into trip|~1h 57m in|East 116th Street
Turn right onto East 116th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
89.7 mi into trip|~1h 57m in|Lantern Road
Turn left onto Lantern Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.02 one way
$28.05 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg31 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$15.40
$30.79
premium
$4.89
$17.26
$34.52
diesel
$5.61
$19.80
$39.61
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26.9
0
$9.42
$4.31
Efficient EV
22.4
0
$7.85
$3.59
EV Truck/SUV
35.9
0
$12.56
$5.74
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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 15, 2026
Origin
South Whitley, IN
Late night
in South Whitley on Sunday
Local time
4:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fishers, IN
Late night
in Fishers on Sunday
Local time
4:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
72°F
Marion, IN
45 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 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
1h 57m 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?
This drive offers a mixed experience, with 60% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on US 24 and SR 5, which tend to be more direct. The longest uninterrupted section is 32.9 miles on South Strawtown Pike, a segment that may feel more rural or scenic. Expect the character of the road to shift as you progress, moving from potentially faster highway segments to more localized routes as you approach your destination.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.9 mi on South Strawtown Pike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 14.7 miles in near US 24; SR 9.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 57m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14.7 miles (US 24; SR 9): Navigation decision point; at 89.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 89.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 1h 57m. Total distance: 89.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 32.9 miles on South Strawtown Pike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 14.7 miles (US 24; SR 9): Navigation decision point; at 89.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 89.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. 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.
