Origin
Southport, IN
Late night in Southport on Sunday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Southport, 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
35m
Distance
27.1 mi
44 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
★
6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Southport, IN
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Fishers, IN
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Trip Overview
Navigating the 27.1-mile stretch from Southport to Fishers is a straightforward commute that typically takes about 35 minutes. Since this is an efficient, highway-focused drive, you can easily complete the entire trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $4 on fuel for the journey, making it a very budget-friendly transit across the Midwest. By utilizing I-69, US-31, and East Southport Road, you will find this route serves as a practical link between these two Indiana communities. Whether you are heading north for business or personal errands, the lack of required stops ensures you reach your destination quickly.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 21.9 mi | 26m |
| US 31 | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| East Southport Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| IN-37 | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| East 116th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Lantern Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 21.9 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southport, IN and Fishers, IN.
1
Start on this road
51 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto East Southport Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Southport Road
3
Turn right onto US 31
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
US 31
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Take the ramp onto US 31
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
US 31
Toward I 465 West, I 74 West, I 465 East, I 74 East, US 31 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 31
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
US 31
Toward I 465 East, I 74 East, US 31 North
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 69; I 74; I 465
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 69; I 74; I 465
7
Continue on I 69; I 465
12 mi
·
13 min
·
I 69; I 465
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
I 69
Exit 37
Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
9
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.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 205
Toward 116th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn left onto East 116th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East 116th Street
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto Lantern Road
478 ft
·
16 sec
·
Lantern Road
13
Arrive at destination
Lantern Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 3.2 and 26.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
3.2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 31
Take the ramp onto US 31 toward I 465 West, I 74 West, I 465 East, I 74 East, US 31 North
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 465 West, I 74 West, I 465 East, I 74...
9
3.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 31
Keep slight right at fork onto US 31 toward I 465 East, I 74 East, US 31 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 465 East, I 74 East, US 31 North
6
21.3 mi into trip
|
~26m 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
25.5 mi into trip
|
~32m 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
26.3 mi into trip
|
~33m 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
$4.24 one way
$8.47 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.65 | $9.30 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.22 | $10.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.98 | $11.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.85 | $1.30 |
| Efficient EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.37 | $1.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.79 | $1.73 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
3:35 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
20 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
35m 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 high-speed experience, as 93% of your journey consists of highway driving. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-69, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 21.9 miles that dominates the profile of the trip. The transition from local roads like East Southport Road onto the major interstate happens quickly, shifting the character of the drive from local traffic to a steady, fast-paced interstate pace. Because the route is so heavily focused on highway travel, you will find the drive to be a consistent, predictable experience rather than a winding or scenic backcountry tour.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.9 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and US 31. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.2 miles in near US 31.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 27.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 35m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.2 miles (US 31): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.3 miles (US 31): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.3 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 27.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.9 miles on I 69. 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 3.2 miles (US 31): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.3 miles (US 31): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.3 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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