How far is Fishers, IN from Waterloo, IN?
The driving distance from Fishers, IN to Waterloo, IN is about 132 miles (212.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 114.5 miles (184.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 25m.
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.
Human settlement in Grant County, Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Light Rain
Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fishers and Waterloo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fishers and Waterloo.
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Start on Lantern Road
151 m · 22 sec · Lantern Road
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Turn right onto East 116th Street
1516 ft · 39 sec · East 116th Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 69 North, SR 37 North: Fort Wayne
1517 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto IN-37
1591 ft · 20 sec · IN-37
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Take the exit slight right toward I 69 North
2551 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left
109.1 mi · 1 hr 58 min
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Keep slight left
19.2 mi · 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 6: Waterloo, Kendallville
1414 ft · 30 sec
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Turn right
1.8 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto North Wayne Street
137 m · 8 sec · North Wayne Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Wayne Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fishers and Waterloo.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 69 North
Merge slight left
109 mi · 01h 58m
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.
Chance Light Rain leaving Fishers and Mostly Cloudy near Waterloo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fishers to Waterloo?
The road trip is about 132 miles (212.4 km) and usually takes 02h 25m 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?
Van Buren is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66 miles from Fishers and 66 miles from Waterloo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 114.5 miles (184.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.5 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:38 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.32 one way or $34.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Fishers and Mostly Cloudy near Waterloo.
Stop Ideas Near Van Buren
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 Van Buren.
Waterloo
Indianapolis Union Station
Connersville station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fishers and Waterloo. Straight-line distance: 114.52 mi (184.31 km).
#1 Fishers
The most populous city in Hamilton County, Indiana.
| Population | 97,020 |
| Coordinates | 39.9555900, -86.0138700 |
| Altitude | 249 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Waterloo
Waterloo is a place in Indiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.4319900, -85.0199700 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
End: Waterloo (-85.01997, 41.43199)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 212 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 38m |
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 | $3.72 | $17.32 | $34.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.32 | $20.15 | $40.29 |
| Premium | $4.85 | $22.58 | $45.16 |
| Diesel | $6.71 | $31.28 | $62.56 |
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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