How far is Carlisle, IN from Fairbanks, IN?
The driving distance from Carlisle, IN to Fairbanks, IN is about 23.7 miles (38.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.5 miles (29.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 52m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carlisle and Fairbanks.
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Start on the route
15.8 mi · 20 min
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Turn left onto W Hymera Jackson St
7 mi · 12 min · W Hymera Jackson St
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Turn right
1.6 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto West Market Street
73 m · 11 sec · West Market Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Market Street
Car Route Details
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Straightforward drive
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Longest stretch
Start on the route
15.8 mi · 00h 20m
Route Summary
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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 Fairbanks.
Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from Carlisle to Fairbanks?
The road trip is about 23.7 miles (38.1 km) and usually takes 00h 26m 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 12.2 miles from Carlisle and 11.4 miles from Fairbanks.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.5 miles (29.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.2 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 7:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.13 one way or $6.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Carlisle and Sunny near Fairbanks.
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.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Carlisle and Fairbanks. Straight-line distance: 18.44 mi (29.68 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 Fairbanks
Township in Sullivan County, Indiana
| Population | 695 |
| Coordinates | 39.2194800, -87.5222400 |
| Altitude | 168 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Market Street (-87.522238, 39.219269)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 38 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.13 | $6.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.53 | $7.06 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.86 | $7.73 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.40 | $8.80 |
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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