How far is Smith, IN from Lake Park, IN?
The driving distance from Smith, IN to Lake Park, IN is about 10.4 miles (16.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 6.2 miles (9.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Smith and Lake Park.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smith and Lake Park.
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Start on North Fail Road
2.4 mi · 6 min · North Fail Road
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Turn left onto US Highway 20
4.6 mi · 7 min · US Highway 20
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20 East, SR 2 West
1030 ft · 21 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route
848 ft · 14 sec
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Exit the roundabout
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto North Emery Road
133 m · 12 sec · North Emery Road
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Turn right onto East Chicago Road
1.1 mi · 3 min · East Chicago Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Chicago Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Smith and Lake Park.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
US Highway 20
Turn left onto US Highway 20
4.64 mi · 00h 07m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Smith and Mostly Sunny near Lake Park.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Smith to Lake Park?
The road trip is about 10.4 miles (16.7 km) and usually takes 00h 18m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
New Carlisle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.2 miles from Smith and 5.2 miles from Lake Park.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 6.2 miles (9.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.40 one way or $2.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Smith and Mostly Sunny near Lake Park.
Stop Ideas Near New Carlisle
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Smith and Lake Park. Straight-line distance: 6.18 mi (9.94 km).
#1 Smith
Unincorporated community in Indiana, United States
| Population | 368 |
| Coordinates | 41.7108800, -86.6691900 |
| Altitude | 242 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lake Park
Lake Park is a place in Indiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.7047700, -86.5497400 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lake Park (-86.54974, 41.70477)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 17 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 07m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.40 | $2.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.57 | $3.15 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.72 | $3.44 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $1.96 | $3.92 |
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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