How far is Eaton, IN from Indianapolis, IN?
Fastest route
The route from Eaton, Indiana 47338 to Indianapolis, Indiana is approximately 75.5 miles and takes around 1 hour and 23 minutes via I-69 S and I-70 W.
Directions
- Start by heading south on 200 E/S Meridian St toward E Church St.
- Turn right onto E Indiana Ave.
- Turn left onto IN-3 S/N Co Rd 100 E.
- Take the left to merge onto I-69 S toward Indianapolis.
- Follow I-69 S and take exit 214 toward Fortville.
- Get on I-70 W in Buck Creek Township by continuing onto N Madison St and turning right onto US-36 W/E Broadway St.
- Continue on I-70 W to Indianapolis and take the exit from I-70 W.
- Keep left at the fork to stay on I-70 W.
- Continue onto Exit 83A and take the exit toward E Ohio St.
- Keep left and follow signs for Ohio St.
- Take E Washington St to N Meridian St.
- Turn right onto E Washington St.
- Turn right onto N Meridian St.
Tips & Suggestions
- ๐ Plan your trip in advance to account for traffic conditions and any road closures.
- โฝ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
- ๐ฑ Use a GPS navigation app or device to help you navigate the route.
- ๐ฆ Observe traffic signals and signs along the way.
- ๐ Allow extra time for unforeseen delays or detours.
- ๐งญ Familiarize yourself with the highway exits and interchanges on the route.
- ๐ Take note of the landmarks and major intersections to stay on the correct path.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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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
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 22m.
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 Madison County, Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eaton and Indianapolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eaton and Indianapolis.
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Start on South Meridian Street
731 ft ยท 36 sec ยท South Meridian Street
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Turn right onto East Indiana Avenue
1.4 km ยท 2 min ยท East Indiana Avenue
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Continue on East Eaton-Albany Pike
1069 ft ยท 36 sec ยท East Eaton-Albany Pike
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Turn left onto North County Road 100 East
4.6 mi ยท 7 min ยท North County Road 100 East
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Turn right onto East 600 North
10 mi ยท 15 min ยท East 600 North
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Continue on East County Road 600 North
627 ft ยท 16 sec ยท East County Road 600 North
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Take the ramp left
1291 ft ยท 32 sec
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Merge slight left
43 mi ยท 46 min
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Keep slight left
1065 ft ยท 13 sec
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Merge slight left
1508 ft ยท 23 sec
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Continue on Binford Boulevard
6.4 mi ยท 10 min ยท Binford Boulevard
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Continue on East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
3 mi ยท 6 min ยท East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
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Continue on East Fall Creek Parkway, North Drive
1215 ft ยท 32 sec ยท East Fall Creek Parkway, North Drive
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Turn left onto North Meridian Street
2.4 mi ยท 7 min ยท North Meridian Street
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Turn right onto Monument Circle
112 m ยท 47 sec ยท Monument Circle
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Turn left
23 m ยท 7 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right
78 m ยท 28 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m ยท 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eaton and Indianapolis.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East County Road 600 North
Merge slight left
43 mi ยท 00h 46m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Eaton and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Indianapolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eaton to Indianapolis?
The road trip is about 76.4 miles (123 km) and usually takes 01h 22m 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?
Anderson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.9 miles from Eaton and 40.6 miles from Indianapolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 58.2 miles (93.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.2 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 3:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.18 one way or $20.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Eaton and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Indianapolis.
Stop Ideas Near Anderson
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Anderson.
Indianapolis Union Station
Connersville station
Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana
Crawfordsville
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eaton and Indianapolis. Straight-line distance: 58.17 mi (93.62 km).
#1 Eaton
Human settlement in Delaware County, Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 1,726 |
| Coordinates | 40.3403200, -85.3508000 |
| Altitude | 277 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Indianapolis
The sixteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Indianapolis metropolitan area.
| Population | 877,903 |
| Coordinates | 39.7683800, -86.1580400 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| Country | United States |
End: Monument Circle (-86.158009, 39.768033)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 123 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 57m |
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 | $10.18 | $20.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.48 | $22.97 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.57 | $25.13 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.32 | $28.64 |
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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