How far is Lancaster, IN from Fishers, IN?
The driving distance from Lancaster, IN to Fishers, IN is about 103.6 miles (166.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 82 miles (132 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Lake County, Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lancaster and Fishers.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lancaster and Fishers.
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Start on North 700 West
110 m · 10 sec · North 700 West
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Continue straight
6.9 mi · 12 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
1319 ft · 27 sec
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Continue straight
4.5 mi · 8 min
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Turn left
1.8 mi · 3 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
3.7 mi · 7 min
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Take the ramp right
1261 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
61.4 mi · 1 hr 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Southport Road
1948 ft · 48 sec
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Turn slight right
54 m · 4 sec
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Turn straight onto East Southport Road
975 ft · 27 sec · East Southport Road
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Turn left onto South Emerson Avenue
2.5 mi · 4 min · South Emerson Avenue
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Take the ramp straight
2399 ft · 59 sec
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Merge slight left
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
11.8 mi · 14 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 69 North: Fort Wayne
4.2 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight right to continue on IN-37
1.2 km · 49 sec · IN-37
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Take the exit slight right toward 116th Street
1967 ft · 57 sec
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Turn left onto East 116th Street
2005 ft · 1 min · East 116th Street
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Turn left onto Lantern Road
146 m · 16 sec · Lantern Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lantern Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lancaster and Fishers.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
North 700 West
Merge slight left
61.4 mi · 01h 06m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lancaster and Showers And Thunderstorms near Fishers.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lancaster to Fishers?
The road trip is about 103.6 miles (166.7 km) and usually takes 01h 46m 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?
Lowell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51.2 miles from Lancaster and 52.4 miles from Fishers.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 82 miles (132 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.6 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 2:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.76 one way or $27.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lancaster and Showers And Thunderstorms near Fishers.
Stop Ideas Near Lowell
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 Lowell.
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Connersville station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lancaster and Fishers. Straight-line distance: 82.05 mi (132.05 km).
#1 Lancaster
Township in Wells County, Indiana
| Population | 1,494 |
| Coordinates | 38.8314500, -85.5185700 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fishers
The most populous city in Hamilton County, Indiana.
| Population | 97,020 |
| Coordinates | 39.9555900, -86.0138700 |
| Altitude | 249 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lantern Road (-86.013783, 39.95559)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 167 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 17m |
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 | $13.76 | $27.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.52 | $31.05 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.99 | $33.97 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $19.36 | $38.72 |
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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