How far is DeMotte, IN from Alaska, IN?

The driving distance from DeMotte, IN to Alaska, IN is about 145.2 miles (233.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 36m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 122.7 miles (197.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
145.2 mi
02h 36m
Flight
122.73 mi
197.51 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
122.73 mi
Kilometers
197.51 km
Flight Time
00h 14m

Driving Distance

Road route
145.2 mi
Kilometers
233.68 km
Drive Time
02h 36m

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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 36m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Alaska
Wed, May 13, 1:49 AM EDT
Return by in DeMotte
Wed, May 13, 3:25 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave DeMotte
2026-05-12T22:13
Arrive Alaska
Wed, May 13, 12:49 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 36m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
11:36 AM to 1:36 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:18 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in DeMotte
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Clarks Hill
IN

City in Tippecanoe County, Indiana, United States of America

From DeMotte
77.5 mi
01h 18m
To Alaska
67.7 mi
01h 18m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
79°F
Tuesday

Areas Of Frost then Chance Rain

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 20 mph S
Destination
69°F
Tuesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 13 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between DeMotte and Alaska.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between DeMotte and Alaska.

  1. 1

    Start on North Halleck Street

    2116 ft · 1 min · North Halleck Street

  2. 2

    Continue on South Halleck Street

    2497 ft · 48 sec · South Halleck Street

  3. 3

    Continue on North State Road 10

    2.6 mi · 4 min · North State Road 10

  4. 4

    Continue on West State Road 10

    3.5 mi · 5 min · West State Road 10

  5. 5

    Take the ramp left

    1379 ft · 34 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    100 mi · 1 hr 48 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight left

    5.9 mi · 7 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 465 South

    1210 ft · 30 sec

  9. 9

    Continue on I 465 South

    1 km · 1 min

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    9.5 mi · 11 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport, Indianapolis

    1336 ft · 33 sec

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport

    2.6 mi · 5 min

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on I 70 West: Saint Louis

    1755 ft · 43 sec

  14. 14

    Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway

    19.2 mi · 21 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward County Road 1100 West

    1525 ft · 36 sec

  16. 16

    Turn left onto North Little Point Road

    2520 ft · 1 min · North Little Point Road

  17. 17

    At the end of the road, turn right

    1.2 mi · 2 min

  18. 18

    Turn left

    1.2 mi · 2 min

  19. 19

    Turn right

    3 mi · 5 min

  20. 20

    Continue on North Craver Road

    1.1 mi · 4 min · North Craver Road

  21. 21

    Continue on Awbrey Road

    2330 ft · 2 min · Awbrey Road

  22. 22

    Turn right onto North Wilson Road

    1 mi · 4 min · North Wilson Road

  23. 23

    Turn right onto Lewisville Road

    2601 ft · 2 min · Lewisville Road

  24. 24

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Lewisville Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between DeMotte and Alaska.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
24 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
3 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
16.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
West State Road 10
110 mi · 76%
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
19.2 mi · 13%
I 465 South
10.3 mi · 7%
I 70 West
2.97 mi · 2%
North State Road 10
2.62 mi · 2%
North Craver Road
1.05 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

West State Road 10

Merge slight left

100 mi · 01h 48m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 36m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+22.5 mi
122.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Clarks Hill
01h 18m from DeMotte
Leave By
1:18 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Areas Of Frost then Chance Rain leaving DeMotte and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Alaska.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from DeMotte to Alaska?

The road trip is about 145.2 miles (233.7 km) and usually takes 02h 36m 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?

Clarks Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.5 miles from DeMotte and 67.7 miles from Alaska.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 122.7 miles (197.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:18 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.31 one way or $38.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.5 kg one way.

Do you cross a time zone on this route?

Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between DeMotte and Alaska, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Chance Rain around DeMotte and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Alaska.

Stop Ideas Near Clarks Hill

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Clarks Hill and the surrounding midpoint area.
Town of Mulberry - Town Hall & Municipal Utilities
Scenic stop 4.9 mi away

Town of Mulberry - Town Hall & Municipal Utilities

Mulberry , IN
123 S Glick St, Mulberry, IN 46058, United States
Park,Municipal corporation,City or town hall,Public library,Water works
Dayton Town Hall
Meeting point 8.5 mi away

Dayton Town Hall

Dayton , IN
721 Walnut St, Dayton, IN 47941
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews City government office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Clarks Hill.

BUS

Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana

24 mi away
1000 Smith Ave
RAIL

Lafayette station

24 mi away
200 North 2nd St.
RAIL

Crawfordsville

27 mi away
Spring and Green Streets
RAIL

Indianapolis Union Station

72 mi away
350 South Illinois Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between DeMotte and Alaska. Straight-line distance: 122.73 mi (197.51 km).

DeMotte

#1 DeMotte

City in Jasper County, Indiana, United States of America

Population3,814
Coordinates41.1950400, -87.1986400
Altitude204
CountryUnited States
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#2 Alaska

Alaska is a place in Indiana, United States.

Population0
Coordinates39.4703200, -86.6413900
Altitude240
CountryUnited States
Start: North Halleck Street (-87.198662, 41.195028)
End: Lewisville Road (-86.64139, 39.470299)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 234 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 50m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 37m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 54m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 25m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 04m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 48m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.12 gal
19.4 L · about $19.31
Round trip
$38.62
10.24 gal · 38.8 L
Estimated CO2
45.5 kg one way
Round trip: 91 kg / 201 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $19.31 $38.62
Mid-grade $4.25 $21.78 $43.55
Premium $4.65 $23.83 $47.66
Diesel $5.30 $27.16 $54.31

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 · May 13, 2026

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between DeMotte, IN and Alaska, IN. The current time in DeMotte is 22:13:06, although it is 23:13:06 in Alaska.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.