How far is Chesterton, IN from Decatur, IN?
The driving distance from Chesterton, IN to Decatur, IN is about 114.3 miles (183.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 88.4 miles (142.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 53m 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.
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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 56m.
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.
County seat of Delaware County, Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chesterton and Decatur.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chesterton and Decatur.
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Start on the route
574 ft · 47 sec
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Turn left onto East 96th Street
1237 ft · 31 sec · East 96th Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East 96th Street
28 m · 5 sec · East 96th Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East 96th Street
1220 ft · 31 sec · East 96th Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East 96th Street
131 m · 24 sec · East 96th Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East 96th Street
1324 ft · 33 sec · East 96th Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East 96th Street
44 m · 4 sec · East 96th Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East 96th Street
1945 ft · 48 sec · East 96th Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East 96th Street
41 m · 8 sec · East 96th Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East 96th Street
2914 ft · 1 min · East 96th Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East 96th Street
44 m · 3 sec · East 96th Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East 96th Street
2523 ft · 1 min · East 96th Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East 96th Street
30 m · 2 sec · East 96th Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East 96th Street
1.1 km · 1 min · East 96th Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East 96th Street
30 m · 2 sec · East 96th Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East 96th Street
2 mi · 4 min · East 96th Street
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Turn left onto I 69 North, SR 37 North: Fort Wayne
1564 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
1.6 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left
36.6 mi · 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 332: Frankton, Muncie
1653 ft · 41 sec
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Turn right onto West McGalliard Road
10.1 mi · 15 min · West McGalliard Road
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Turn left onto North Broadway Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · North Broadway Avenue
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Continue straight
7.5 mi · 8 min
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Turn straight onto West Walnut Street
18.2 mi · 21 min · West Walnut Street
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Turn left onto North Meridian Street
15.1 mi · 17 min · North Meridian Street
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Continue on South Church Avenue
12.6 mi · 14 min · South Church Avenue
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Turn right onto West Monroe Street
2422 ft · 41 sec · West Monroe Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Monroe Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chesterton and Decatur.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 69 North
Keep slight left
36.6 mi · 00h 39m
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.
Sunny leaving Chesterton and Sunny near Decatur.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chesterton to Decatur?
The road trip is about 114.3 miles (183.9 km) and usually takes 01h 56m 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?
Muncie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.4 miles from Chesterton and 59.9 miles from Decatur.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 88.4 miles (142.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.9 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 2:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.20 one way or $30.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Chesterton and Sunny near Decatur.
Stop Ideas Near Muncie
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Daleville Town Hall Park and Splash Pad
City of Muncie
Housing Authority
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Muncie.
Connersville station
Indianapolis Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chesterton and Decatur. Straight-line distance: 88.4 mi (142.27 km).
#1 Chesterton
Town in the U.
| Population | 14,232 |
| Coordinates | 39.9289300, -86.1208200 |
| Altitude | 238 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Decatur
City in Indiana, United States
| Population | 34,821 |
| Coordinates | 40.8306000, -84.9291300 |
| Altitude | 244 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Monroe Street (-84.929141, 40.83064)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 184 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 25m |
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 | $15.20 | $30.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.14 | $34.28 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.76 | $37.51 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.38 | $42.75 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Indiana · Apr 23, 2026
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