How far is Fairmount, IN from Sweetser, IN?
The driving distance from Fairmount, IN to Sweetser, IN is about 16.3 miles (26.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 12.5 miles (20.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 53m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 26m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
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
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairmount and Sweetser.
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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
1.5 km · 1 min · South Baldwin Avenue
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Turn left onto West 2nd Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · West 2nd Street
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Continue on West Delphi Pike
3.1 mi · 4 min · West Delphi Pike
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Turn right onto North Main Street
17 m · 3 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fairmount and Sweetser.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Fairmount and Mostly Sunny near Sweetser.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fairmount to Sweetser?
The road trip is about 16.3 miles (26.2 km) and usually takes 00h 26m 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 8.1 miles from Fairmount and 8.1 miles from Sweetser.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 12.5 miles (20.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.8 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 7:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.15 one way or $4.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Fairmount and Mostly Sunny near Sweetser.
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 Sweetser. Straight-line distance: 12.49 mi (20.1 km).
#1 Fairmount
Town in Indiana, United States
| Population | 2,742 |
| Coordinates | 40.4153200, -85.6505300 |
| Altitude | 266 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sweetser
Town in Indiana, USA
| Population | 1,092 |
| Coordinates | 40.5719800, -85.7691500 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Main Street (-85.769229, 40.571979)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 26 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 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 | $2.15 | $4.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.42 | $4.85 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.65 | $5.31 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.02 | $6.05 |
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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