How far is Fishers, IN from Sims, IN?

The driving distance from Fishers, IN to Sims, IN is about 44.8 miles (72.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 38.5 miles (62 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
44.78 mi
01h 03m
Flight
38.52 mi
61.99 km direct

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

Learn Distance

Choose another destination from Fishers.

Flight Distance

Direct air line
38.52 mi
Kilometers
61.99 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
44.78 mi
Kilometers
72.07 km
Drive Time
01h 03m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 03m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Sims
Tue, May 5, 1:55 AM EDT
Return by in Fishers
Tue, May 5, 2:59 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Fishers
2026-05-05T00:51
Arrive Sims
Tue, May 5, 1:55 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 03m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:04 AM to 11:04 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:22 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Fishers
9:30 PM EDT
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
Elwood
IN

City in Indiana

From Fishers
22.4 mi
00h 31m
To Sims
22.4 mi
00h 31m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
66°F
Tuesday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 to 14 mph SW
Destination
63°F
Tuesday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
16 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Fishers and Sims.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Fishers and Sims.

  1. 1

    Start on Lantern Road

    151 m · 22 sec · Lantern Road

  2. 2

    Turn right onto East 116th Street

    1516 ft · 39 sec · East 116th Street

  3. 3

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 69 North, SR 37 North: Fort Wayne

    1517 ft · 37 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left onto IN-37

    2.3 mi · 3 min · IN-37

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto IN-37

    1 km · 56 sec · IN-37

  6. 6

    Keep slight left to continue on IN-37

    9.7 mi · 13 min · IN-37

  7. 7

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route

    28 m · 1 sec

  8. 8

    Exit the roundabout

    11.7 mi · 14 min

  9. 9

    Turn left

    17.3 mi · 26 min

  10. 10

    Turn left onto West 400 South

    1.7 mi · 3 min · West 400 South

  11. 11

    Turn right onto South Main Street

    2627 ft · 2 min · South Main Street

  12. 12

    Turn right onto East Howard Street

    990 ft · 46 sec · East Howard Street

  13. 13

    Turn right onto South Washington Street

    92 m · 13 sec · South Washington Street

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Washington Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Fishers and Sims.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
14 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
31.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
IN-37
24.4 mi · 54%
West 400 South
1.75 mi · 4%
South Main Street
0.5 mi · 1%
I 69 North
0.29 mi · 1%
East 116th Street
0.29 mi · 1%
East Howard Street
0.19 mi
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn left

17.3 mi · 00h 26m

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
01h 03m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 08m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6.3 mi
38.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Elwood
00h 31m from Fishers
Leave By
4:22 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Fishers and Showers And Thunderstorms near Sims.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Fishers to Sims?

The road trip is about 44.8 miles (72.1 km) and usually takes 01h 03m 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?

Elwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.4 miles from Fishers and 22.4 miles from Sims.

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

The direct path is about 38.5 miles (62 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.3 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 4:22 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.96 one way or $11.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Fishers and Showers And Thunderstorms near Sims.

Stop Ideas Near Elwood

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 Elwood and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 13.7 mi away

Noblesville Housing Authority

Noblesville , IN
320 Kings Ln, Noblesville, IN 46060
Rating 4.5/5 6 reviews Housing authority,Social services organization
Arcadia Indiana Town Hall
Meeting point 8.9 mi away

Arcadia Indiana Town Hall

Arcadia , IN
208 W Main St, Arcadia, IN 46030
Rating 3.0/5 4 reviews City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 4.3 mi away

Elwood Housing Authority

Elwood , IN
1602 S A St, Elwood, IN 46036
Rating 2.0/5 2 reviews Housing authority

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Elwood.

RAIL

Indianapolis Union Station

63 mi away
350 South Illinois Street
RAIL

Lafayette station

91 mi away
200 North 2nd St.
RAIL

Connersville station

93 mi away
1012 Eastern Avenue
BUS

Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana

93 mi away
1000 Smith Ave

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Fishers and Sims. Straight-line distance: 38.52 mi (61.99 km).

Fishers

#1 Fishers

The most populous city in Hamilton County, Indiana.

Population97,020
Coordinates39.9555900, -86.0138700
Altitude249
CountryUnited States
Sims

#2 Sims

Census-designated place in Grant County, Indiana

Population1,645
Coordinates40.4997600, -85.8552600
Altitude262
CountryUnited States
Start: Fishers (-86.01387, 39.95559)
End: Sims (-85.85526, 40.49976)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 72 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 29m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 07m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 53m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 44m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 38m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 33m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.58 gal
5.98 L · about $5.96
Round trip
$11.92
3.16 gal · 11.96 L
Estimated CO2
14 kg one way
Round trip: 28.1 kg / 62 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $5.96 $11.92
Mid-grade $4.25 $6.72 $13.44
Premium $4.65 $7.35 $14.71
Diesel $5.30 $8.38 $16.76

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 05, 2026

There is no time difference between Fishers and Sims. The current time is 00:51:59.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

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