How far is Ligonier, IN from Fishers, IN?

Fastest route

The distance from Ligonier, Indiana, to Fishers, Indiana is approximately 119 miles (191 kilometers). The estimated travel time is around 2 hours and 27 minutes. The route includes highways and city streets.

Directions

  1. ๐Ÿšถ Head west on Pigeon St toward N Cavin St.
  2. ๐Ÿšฆ Follow Lincoln Way S to IN-109 S/W Market St in Noble Township. Turn left onto N Cavin St, continue onto Lincoln Way S, and pass by Subway on the left.
  3. ๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ Continue on IN-109 S to Columbia City. Turn right onto IN-109 S/W Market St.
  4. ๐Ÿš— Follow IN-9 S and IN-37 S to E 116th St in Fishers. Take the 116th St exit from IN-37. Turn right to merge onto IN-9 S/US-24 W/US-24 BYP W, continue straight onto IN-9 S, and pass by AutoZone Auto Parts on the left.
  5. ๐ŸŒ† S Baldwin Ave turns slightly right and becomes S Western Ave. Pass by Taco Bell on the right.
  6. ๐Ÿš— Continue straight to stay on S Western Ave. Make a slight right onto IN-37 S.
  7. ๐Ÿ”„ At the traffic circle, continue straight onto IN-37. Use any lane to take the 116th St ramp, then turn right onto E 116th St.

Tips & Suggestions

  • ๐Ÿš— Keep your vehicle fueled up before starting the journey.
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ Use a GPS navigation app to stay on track during the trip.
  • ๐Ÿด Plan for rest stops and have snacks or meals ready for the road.
  • ๐Ÿš“ Observe speed limits and traffic rules to ensure a safe trip.
  • ๐Ÿงด Bring essentials like water, first-aid kit, and necessary medications.
  • ๐Ÿ• Consider starting the journey early to avoid heavy traffic.
  • ๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ Be prepared for tolls along the way, so keep some cash handy.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
139.21 mi
02h 23m
Flight
106.71 mi
171.74 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
106.71 mi
Kilometers
171.74 km
Flight Time
00h 12m

Driving Distance

Road route
139.21 mi
Kilometers
224.04 km
Drive Time
02h 23m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 23m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Fishers
Sat, Apr 18, 3:25 AM EDT
Return by in Ligonier
Sat, Apr 18, 5:48 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Ligonier
2026-04-18T01:01
Arrive Fishers
Sat, Apr 18, 3:25 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 23m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:24 AM to 12:24 PM EDT

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

Leave by
1:42 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Ligonier
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
Mount Etna
IN

Human settlement in Huntington County, Indiana, United States of America

From Ligonier
60.3 mi
01h 11m
To Fishers
78.9 mi
01h 11m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
70ยฐF
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
15 to 20 mph SW
Destination
74ยฐF
Saturday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 to 16 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on Pigeon Street

    12 m ยท 6 sec ยท Pigeon Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto North Cavin Street

    1840 ft ยท 1 min ยท North Cavin Street

  3. 3

    Continue on Lincoln Way South

    1 km ยท 1 min ยท Lincoln Way South

  4. 4

    Continue on Lincolnway South

    14.7 mi ยท 22 min ยท Lincolnway South

  5. 5

    Turn right onto North Baseline Road

    9.1 mi ยท 14 min ยท North Baseline Road

  6. 6

    Continue on North Main Street

    1.5 mi ยท 3 min ยท North Main Street

  7. 7

    Turn slight right onto River Street

    1202 ft ยท 20 sec ยท River Street

  8. 8

    Continue on South State Road 9

    17.2 mi ยท 25 min ยท South State Road 9

  9. 9

    Take the ramp right

    30.9 mi ยท 38 min

  10. 10

    Turn slight right onto South Strawtown Pike

    32.9 mi ยท 38 min ยท South Strawtown Pike

  11. 11

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route

    32 m ยท 2 sec

  12. 12

    Exit the roundabout

    12.4 mi ยท 17 min

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward 116th Street

    1166 ft ยท 33 sec

  14. 14

    Keep slight right to continue on Fishers, Conner Prairie

    57 m ยท 5 sec

  15. 15

    Turn right onto East 116th Street

    1022 ft ยท 37 sec ยท East 116th Street

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Lantern Road

    146 m ยท 16 sec ยท Lantern Road

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m ยท 1 sec ยท Lantern Road

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
17 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
0 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
South State Road 9
48.1 mi ยท 35%
South Strawtown Pike
45.3 mi ยท 33%
Lincolnway South
14.7 mi ยท 11%
North Baseline Road
9.13 mi ยท 7%
North Main Street
1.47 mi ยท 1%
Lincoln Way South
0.63 mi
Longest Stretch

South Strawtown Pike

Turn slight right onto South Strawtown Pike

32.9 mi ยท 00h 38m

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
02h 23m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 48m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+32.5 mi
106.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Mount Etna
01h 11m from Ligonier
Leave By
1:42 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Ligonier and Chance 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 Ligonier to Fishers?

The road trip is about 139.2 miles (224 km) and usually takes 02h 23m 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?

Mount Etna is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.3 miles from Ligonier and 78.9 miles from Fishers.

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

The direct path is about 106.7 miles (171.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.5 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:42 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.52 one way or $37.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Stop Ideas Near Mount Etna

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Mount Etna, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Mount Etna.

RAIL

Waterloo

89 mi away
Lincoln and Center Street
RAIL

Elkhart station

110 mi away
131 Tyler Avenue
RAIL

Lafayette station

118 mi away
200 North 2nd St.
RAIL

Bryan

118 mi away
Page and Lynn Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Ligonier and Fishers. Straight-line distance: 106.71 mi (171.74 km).

Ligonier

#1 Ligonier

City in Noble County, Indiana, United States of America

Population4,411
Coordinates41.4658800, -85.5874800
Altitude266
CountryUnited States
Fishers

#2 Fishers

The most populous city in Hamilton County, Indiana.

Population97,020
Coordinates39.9555900, -86.0138700
Altitude249
CountryUnited States
Start: Pigeon Street (-85.587492, 41.465959)
End: Lantern Road (-86.013783, 39.95559)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 224 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 38m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 28m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 47m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 19m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 59m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 44m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.91 gal
18.6 L ยท about $18.52
Round trip
$37.03
9.82 gal ยท 37.2 L
Estimated CO2
43.6 kg one way
Round trip: 87.3 kg / 192 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $18.52 $37.03
Mid-grade $4.25 $20.88 $41.76
Premium $4.65 $22.85 $45.70
Diesel $5.30 $26.04 $52.09

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 ยท Apr 18, 2026

There is no time difference between Ligonier and Fishers. The current time is 01:01:20.

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