How far is Carmel, IN from Sims, IN?
The driving distance from Carmel, IN to Sims, IN is about 49.7 miles (80 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 38.6 miles (62.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 17m 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 01h 08m.
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.
Human settlement in Tipton County, Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Carmel and Sims.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carmel and Sims.
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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 3 toward the route
137 m · 25 sec
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Exit the roundabout
1251 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left onto Keystone Parkway
1.5 mi · 2 min · Keystone Parkway
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Merge slight left onto North Meridian Street
33.6 mi · 42 min · North Meridian Street
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Take the exit slight right toward US 35 South, SR 22: Kokomo, Gas City
2369 ft · 45 sec
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Turn right onto East County Road 00 North South
1 mi · 2 min · East County Road 00 North South
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Continue on County Road East 00 North South
4.7 mi · 7 min · County Road East 00 North South
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Continue on West Main Street
1.5 km · 1 min · West Main Street
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Continue on East 00 N
4.5 mi · 7 min · East 00 N
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Turn left onto North 1350 East
1 mi · 2 min · North 1350 East
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Turn right onto East 100 N
2642 ft · 45 sec · East 100 N
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Continue on West 400 South
1331 ft · 28 sec · West 400 South
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Turn left onto South Main Street
2627 ft · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East Howard Street
990 ft · 46 sec · East Howard Street
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Turn right onto South Washington Street
92 m · 13 sec · South Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Carmel and Sims.
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.
North Meridian Street
Merge slight left onto North Meridian Street
33.6 mi · 00h 42m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Carmel and Mostly Sunny near Sims.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Carmel to Sims?
The road trip is about 49.7 miles (80 km) and usually takes 01h 08m 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?
Sharpsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.9 miles from Carmel and 24.9 miles from Sims.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 38.6 miles (62.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.1 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 4:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.60 one way or $13.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Carmel and Mostly Sunny near Sims.
Stop Ideas Near Sharpsville
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 Sharpsville.
Lafayette station
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Crawfordsville
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Carmel and Sims. Straight-line distance: 38.6 mi (62.12 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 Sims
Census-designated place in Grant County, Indiana
| Population | 1,645 |
| Coordinates | 40.4997600, -85.8552600 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sims (-85.85526, 40.49976)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 80 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 37m |
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 | $6.60 | $13.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.44 | $14.89 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.14 | $16.29 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.28 | $18.56 |
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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