How far is Alaska, IN from Shelburn, IN?
The driving distance from Alaska, IN to Shelburn, IN is about 62.8 miles (101 km), with a travel time of about 01h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 45 miles (72.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 02m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 31m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Alaska and Shelburn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alaska and Shelburn.
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Start on Lewisville Road
1 mi · 4 min · Lewisville Road
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Turn right onto North Bowman Road
1.3 mi · 5 min · North Bowman Road
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Continue on County Road 1250 West
1.6 km · 4 min · County Road 1250 West
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Turn left onto County Road 500 N
1.2 mi · 2 min · County Road 500 N
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Continue on North Patrick Road
1289 ft · 28 sec · North Patrick Road
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Turn right onto State Road 42
5.5 mi · 10 min · State Road 42
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Turn right onto S Main St
1681 ft · 29 sec · S Main St
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Continue on South Main Street
2.2 mi · 4 min · South Main Street
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Turn left
1514 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
29 mi · 31 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 40 East, SR 641 South, SR 46
1463 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 40 East, SR 46 West
2380 ft · 39 sec
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Turn straight
146 m · 16 sec
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Continue straight
1533 ft · 39 sec
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Turn straight
5.7 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
12.4 mi · 17 min
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Turn left onto Jackson St
629 ft · 17 sec · Jackson St
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Turn right onto North Poplar Street
2506 ft · 2 min · North Poplar Street
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Turn left onto West Griffith Street
819 ft · 37 sec · West Griffith Street
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Turn right onto North Railroad Street
57 m · 8 sec · North Railroad Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Railroad Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alaska and Shelburn.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
29 mi · 00h 31m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Alaska and Sunny near Shelburn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alaska to Shelburn?
The road trip is about 62.8 miles (101 km) and usually takes 01h 31m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Center Point is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.4 miles from Alaska and 31.4 miles from Shelburn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 45 miles (72.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:28 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.33 one way or $16.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Alaska and Sunny near Shelburn.
Stop Ideas Near Center Point
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Center Point.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alaska and Shelburn. Straight-line distance: 44.98 mi (72.39 km).
#1 Alaska
Alaska is a place in Indiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.4703200, -86.6413900 |
| Altitude | 240 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Shelburn
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,222 |
| Coordinates | 39.1783700, -87.3936300 |
| Altitude | 165 |
| Country | United States |
End: Shelburn (-87.39363, 39.17837)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 101 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 46m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $8.33 | $16.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.40 | $18.80 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.29 | $20.57 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.72 | $23.44 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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