How far is Pleasant, IN from Carmel, IN?
The driving distance from Pleasant, IN to Carmel, IN is about 99.9 miles (160.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 91.3 miles (147 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 39m 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 49m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Decatur County, Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pleasant and Carmel.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pleasant and Carmel.
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Start on the route
11 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto State Road 250
24 m · 4 sec · State Road 250
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Turn right
14.4 mi · 25 min
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Continue on South Adams Street
2516 ft · 53 sec · South Adams Street
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Turn left onto West Perry Street
1 mi · 2 min · West Perry Street
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Turn right onto South Buckeye Street
22.4 mi · 33 min · South Buckeye Street
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Continue on East Main Street
2149 ft · 40 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto North Ireland Street
1854 ft · 32 sec · North Ireland Street
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Turn left onto North Michigan Avenue
1.9 mi · 3 min · North Michigan Avenue
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Turn right
1220 ft · 21 sec
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Take the ramp straight toward I 74 West, US 421: Indianapolis
38.6 mi · 42 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 465, I 74 West: Shadeland Avenue
1255 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 465 North: Shadeland Avenue
2621 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 465 North
2427 ft · 59 sec
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Merge slight left
10.4 mi · 12 min
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Keep slight left
1477 ft · 20 sec
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Continue on I-465 WB
1.3 km · 57 sec · I-465 WB
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Continue straight
2.6 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Keystone Avenue
2147 ft · 52 sec
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Turn right onto North Keystone Parkway, West 96th Street, West 98th Street, East 96th Street
52 m · 6 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Keystone Avenue
1412 ft · 44 sec · North Keystone Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Keystone Parkway, East 98th Street
34 m · 6 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto North Keystone Parkway, East 98th Street
1186 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Keystone Parkway
133 m · 12 sec
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Merge slight left onto Keystone Parkway
3 mi · 5 min · Keystone Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward Main Street
1105 ft · 39 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward East Main Street
135 m · 25 sec · East Main Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East Main Street
1337 ft · 38 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pleasant and Carmel.
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 74 West
Take the ramp straight toward I 74 West, US 421: Indianapolis
38.6 mi · 00h 42m
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 Pleasant and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Carmel.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pleasant to Carmel?
The road trip is about 99.9 miles (160.7 km) and usually takes 01h 49m 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?
Saint Paul is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.9 miles from Pleasant and 50 miles from Carmel.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 91.3 miles (147 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.6 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 2:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.27 one way or $26.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Pleasant and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Carmel.
Stop Ideas Near Saint Paul
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 Saint Paul.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pleasant and Carmel. Straight-line distance: 91.33 mi (146.98 km).
#1 Pleasant
Human settlement in Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 1,575 |
| Coordinates | 38.8708900, -85.1838400 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Carmel
The most populous city in Hamilton County, Indiana.
| Population | 101,643 |
| Coordinates | 39.9783700, -86.1180400 |
| Altitude | 260 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Main Street (-86.118039, 39.978466)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 161 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
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 | $13.27 | $26.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.97 | $29.94 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.38 | $32.76 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.67 | $37.34 |
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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