How far is Van Buren, IN from Fishers, IN?

The driving distance from Van Buren, IN to Fishers, IN is about 66.6 miles (107.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 07m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 53 miles (85.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 14m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
66.6 mi
01h 07m
Flight
53.01 mi
85.31 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
53.01 mi
Kilometers
85.31 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
66.6 mi
Kilometers
107.18 km
Drive Time
01h 07m

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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 01h 07m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Fishers
Thu, Apr 23, 12:12 AM EDT
Return by in Van Buren
Thu, Apr 23, 1:19 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Van Buren
2026-04-22T23:05
Arrive Fishers
Thu, Apr 23, 12:12 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 07m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:07 AM to 11:07 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:16 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Van Buren
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
Yorktown
IN

CDP in Virginia

From Van Buren
33.2 mi
00h 33m
To Fishers
33.4 mi
00h 33m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
75°F
Wednesday

Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph W
Destination
76°F
Wednesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
8 mph WSW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Van Buren and Fishers.

  1. 1

    Start on 900 East

    4.4 mi · 8 min · 900 East

  2. 2

    Turn right onto East North 00 South

    2.4 mi · 3 min · East North 00 South

  3. 3

    Continue on East State Road 18

    586 ft · 14 sec · East State Road 18

  4. 4

    Turn left

    1417 ft · 37 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    58.2 mi · 1 hr 2 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward 116th Street

    1972 ft · 48 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left onto IN-37

    699 ft · 9 sec · IN-37

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward 116th Street

    1166 ft · 33 sec

  9. 9

    Keep slight right to continue on Fishers, Conner Prairie

    57 m · 5 sec

  10. 10

    Turn right onto East 116th Street

    1022 ft · 37 sec · East 116th Street

  11. 11

    Turn left onto Lantern Road

    146 m · 16 sec · Lantern Road

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Lantern Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Van Buren 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
12 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
18 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
East State Road 18
58.4 mi · 88%
900 East
4.43 mi · 7%
East North 00 South
2.42 mi · 4%
116th Street
0.63 mi · 1%
East 116th Street
0.19 mi
IN-37
0.13 mi
Longest Stretch

East State Road 18

Merge slight left

58.2 mi · 01h 02m

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
01h 07m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 14m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+13.6 mi
53 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Yorktown
00h 33m from Van Buren
Leave By
4:16 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Van Buren 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 Van Buren to Fishers?

The road trip is about 66.6 miles (107.2 km) and usually takes 01h 07m 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?

Yorktown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.2 miles from Van Buren and 33.4 miles from Fishers.

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

The direct path is about 53 miles (85.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.6 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 4:16 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.86 one way or $17.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Van Buren and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fishers.

Stop Ideas Near Yorktown

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

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Yorktown and the surrounding midpoint area.
Daleville Town Hall Park and Splash Pad
Scenic stop 3.9 mi away

Daleville Town Hall Park and Splash Pad

Daleville , IN
8029 S Walnut St, Daleville, IN 47334, United States
Rating 4.8/5 435 reviews Park
City of Muncie
Meeting point 9.5 mi away

City of Muncie

Muncie , IN
300 N High St, Muncie, IN 47305
Rating 2.6/5 14 reviews City clerk's office,City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 11.3 mi away

Housing Authority

Muncie , IN
2401 S Haddix Ave, Muncie, IN 47302
Rating 3.2/5 6 reviews Housing authority

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Yorktown.

RAIL

Connersville station

66 mi away
1012 Eastern Avenue
RAIL

Indianapolis Union Station

73 mi away
350 South Illinois Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Van Buren and Fishers. Straight-line distance: 53.01 mi (85.31 km).

Van Buren

#1 Van Buren

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

Population1,475
Coordinates40.6172700, -85.5047000
Altitude258
CountryUnited States
Fishers

#2 Fishers

The most populous city in Hamilton County, Indiana.

Population97,020
Coordinates39.9555900, -86.0138700
Altitude249
CountryUnited States
Start: (-85.504699, 40.61708)
End: Lantern Road (-86.013783, 39.95559)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 107 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 13m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 39m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 19m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 06m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 57m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 49m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.35 gal
8.9 L · about $8.86
Round trip
$17.72
4.7 gal · 17.8 L
Estimated CO2
20.9 kg one way
Round trip: 41.8 kg / 92 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $8.86 $17.72
Mid-grade $4.25 $9.99 $19.99
Premium $4.65 $10.94 $21.87
Diesel $5.30 $12.46 $24.93

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 · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Van Buren and Fishers. The current time is 23:05:50.

Distance to Other Cities

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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.