How far is Carmel, IN from Rising Sun, IN?
The driving distance from Carmel, IN to Rising Sun, IN is about 113.2 miles (182.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 98 miles (157.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 57m 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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 28m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Unincorporated community in Decatur County, Indiana
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Carmel and Rising Sun.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carmel and Rising Sun.
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Start on East Main Street
1338 ft · 39 sec · East Main Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
11 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
1097 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left onto Keystone Parkway
3.3 mi · 5 min · Keystone Parkway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward I 465: South Keystone Avenue
42 m · 8 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto I 465: South Keystone Avenue
1346 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 465 East: Keystone Avenue South
131 m · 11 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 465 East
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
4 mi · 5 min
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Merge slight right
10.5 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati, Southeastern Avenue
742 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati
62.6 mi · 1 hr 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 101: Sunman, Milan
1295 ft · 32 sec
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Turn right
6.2 mi · 10 min
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Turn left
10.1 mi · 18 min
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Turn right
5.1 mi · 9 min
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Turn right onto Green Boulevard
2614 ft · 1 min · Green Boulevard
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Turn left onto Importing Street
1601 ft · 36 sec · Importing Street
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Continue on Judiciary Street
559 ft · 19 sec · Judiciary Street
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Turn left onto 3rd Street
87 m · 6 sec · 3rd Street
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Continue on Water Street
633 ft · 13 sec · Water Street
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Continue on Decatur Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Decatur Street
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Continue on State Road 56
6.9 mi · 12 min · State Road 56
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Turn left onto Main Street
145 m · 17 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto North Walnut Street
41 m · 6 sec · North Walnut Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Walnut Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Carmel and Rising Sun.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 74 East
Keep slight left to continue on I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati
62.6 mi · 01h 08m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Carmel and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Rising Sun.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Carmel to Rising Sun?
The road trip is about 113.2 miles (182.1 km) and usually takes 02h 28m 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?
Adams is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.5 miles from Carmel and 56.6 miles from Rising Sun.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 98 miles (157.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.05 one way or $30.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Carmel and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Rising Sun.
Stop Ideas Near Adams
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 Adams.
Connersville station
Indianapolis Union Station
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Cincinnati, OH
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Carmel and Rising Sun. Straight-line distance: 97.98 mi (157.69 km).
#1 Carmel
The most populous city in Hamilton County, Indiana.
| Population | 101,643 |
| Coordinates | 39.9783700, -86.1180400 |
| Altitude | 260 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rising Sun
County seat in Indiana
| Population | 2,131 |
| Coordinates | 38.9495000, -84.8538400 |
| Altitude | 153 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rising Sun (-84.85384, 38.9495)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 182 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 24m |
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 | $15.05 | $30.09 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.97 | $33.94 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.57 | $37.14 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.16 | $42.33 |
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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