How far is Fairmount, IN from Shadeland, IN?
The driving distance from Fairmount, IN to Shadeland, IN is about 17 miles (27.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.3 miles (21.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Grant County, Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fairmount and Shadeland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairmount and Shadeland.
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Start on South Main Street
35 m · 13 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West Washington Street
2282 ft · 1 min · West Washington Street
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Continue on East 950 S
1.1 km · 2 min · East 950 S
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Turn right onto South East 00 West
4.5 mi · 7 min · South East 00 West
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Continue on South Western Avenue
4.6 mi · 8 min · South Western Avenue
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Continue on South Baldwin Avenue
2.9 mi · 4 min · South Baldwin Avenue
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Continue on Huntington Road
1.7 mi · 2 min · Huntington Road
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Turn right onto East Bocock Road
1.1 mi · 4 min · East Bocock Road
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Continue on East Bocock Road
3161 ft · 2 min · East Bocock Road
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Continue on East 350 North
2126 ft · 2 min · East 350 North
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Turn left onto Northwest Shadeland Road
575 ft · 25 sec · Northwest Shadeland Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Northwest Shadeland Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fairmount and Shadeland.
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.
South Western Avenue
Continue on South Western Avenue
4.6 mi · 00h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Fairmount and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Shadeland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fairmount to Shadeland?
The road trip is about 17 miles (27.4 km) and usually takes 00h 33m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Jonesboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.5 miles from Fairmount and 8.5 miles from Shadeland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.3 miles (21.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.26 one way or $4.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Fairmount and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Shadeland.
Stop Ideas Near Jonesboro
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 Jonesboro.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fairmount and Shadeland. Straight-line distance: 13.28 mi (21.37 km).
#1 Fairmount
Town in Indiana, United States
| Population | 2,742 |
| Coordinates | 40.4153200, -85.6505300 |
| Altitude | 266 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Shadeland
Human settlement in Tippecanoe County, Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 1,922 |
| Coordinates | 40.6050400, -85.6099800 |
| Altitude | 268 |
| Country | United States |
End: Northwest Shadeland Road (-85.610076, 40.605007)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 27 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 12m |
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 | $2.26 | $4.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.55 | $5.10 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.79 | $5.58 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.18 | $6.36 |
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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