How far is Peru, IN from Alaska, IN?
The driving distance from Peru, IN to Alaska, IN is about 115.5 miles (185.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 93.7 miles (150.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 13m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving 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 06m.
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.
The most populous city in Hamilton County, Indiana.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Showers And Thunderstorms
Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Peru and Alaska.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Peru and Alaska.
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Start on South Broadway
15 m · 9 sec · South Broadway
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Turn left onto West Main Street
1.5 mi · 4 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto Business US-31
2.2 mi · 4 min · Business US-31
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At the end of the road, turn left
44 mi · 54 min
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Turn right onto East 226th Street
82 m · 10 sec · East 226th Street
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Turn left
98 m · 51 sec
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Continue straight
98 m · 25 sec
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Turn right onto East 226th Street
82 m · 10 sec · East 226th Street
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Turn right
13 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 465, US 31 South
1 km · 55 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 465 West
3177 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
4.8 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 465 South
15.4 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 70: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport, Indianapolis
1336 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 70 West: Saint Louis, Indianapolis International Airport
2.6 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 70 West: Saint Louis
1755 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
19.2 mi · 21 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward County Road 1100 West
1525 ft · 36 sec
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Turn left onto North Little Point Road
2520 ft · 1 min · North Little Point Road
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At the end of the road, turn right
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Turn left
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Turn right
3 mi · 5 min
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Continue on North Craver Road
1.1 mi · 4 min · North Craver Road
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Continue on Awbrey Road
2330 ft · 2 min · Awbrey Road
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Turn right onto North Wilson Road
1 mi · 4 min · North Wilson Road
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Turn right onto Lewisville Road
2601 ft · 2 min · Lewisville Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lewisville Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Peru and Alaska.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn left
44 mi · 00h 54m
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 leaving Peru and Showers And Thunderstorms near Alaska.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Peru to Alaska?
The road trip is about 115.5 miles (185.8 km) and usually takes 02h 06m 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?
Carmel is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57 miles from Peru and 58.5 miles from Alaska.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.7 miles (150.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.35 one way or $30.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Peru and Showers And Thunderstorms near Alaska.
Stop Ideas Near Carmel
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Noblesville Housing Authority
Carmel City Hall
Thomas A. Weaver Municipal Complex
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Carmel.
Indianapolis Union Station
Crawfordsville
Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana
Lafayette station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Peru and Alaska. Straight-line distance: 93.69 mi (150.78 km).
#1 Peru
City in Indiana, United States
| Population | 10,937 |
| Coordinates | 40.7536500, -86.0688800 |
| Altitude | 199 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alaska
Alaska is a place in Indiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.4703200, -86.6413900 |
| Altitude | 240 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lewisville Road (-86.64139, 39.470299)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 186 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 26m |
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 | $15.35 | $30.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.31 | $34.62 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.94 | $37.88 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.59 | $43.17 |
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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