How far is Carlisle, IN from Baker, IN?
The driving distance from Carlisle, IN to Baker, IN is about 16.7 miles (26.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 12.2 miles (19.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 18m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carlisle and Baker.
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Start on the route
7 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right
1364 ft · 36 sec
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Continue straight
677 ft · 14 sec
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Continue straight
775 ft · 15 sec
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Continue straight
5.3 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto South County Road 525 East
3.8 mi · 15 min · South County Road 525 East
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North County Road 525 East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Carlisle and Baker.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
Start on the route
7.03 mi · 00h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Carlisle and Sunny near Baker.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Carlisle to Baker?
The road trip is about 16.7 miles (26.8 km) and usually takes 00h 18m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Sullivan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.3 miles from Carlisle and 8.3 miles from Baker.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 12.2 miles (19.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.22 one way or $4.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Carlisle and Sunny near Baker.
Stop Ideas Near Sullivan
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 Sullivan.
Mattoon station
Effingham
Crawfordsville
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Carlisle and Baker. Straight-line distance: 12.27 mi (19.75 km).
#1 Carlisle
Human settlement in Sullivan County, Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 653 |
| Coordinates | 38.9683800, -87.4055700 |
| Altitude | 147 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Baker
Unincorporated community in Indiana, United States
| Population | 754 |
| Coordinates | 39.1306000, -87.3125200 |
| Altitude | 143 |
| Country | United States |
End: North County Road 525 East (-87.310908, 39.130355)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 27 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 12m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.22 | $4.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.51 | $5.02 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.75 | $5.49 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.13 | $6.26 |
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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