How far is Van Buren, IN from Sims, IN?
The driving distance from Van Buren, IN to Sims, IN is about 30 miles (48.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 20.1 miles (32.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in Grant County, Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Van Buren and Sims.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Van Buren and Sims.
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Start on 900 East
4.4 mi · 8 min · 900 East
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Turn right onto East North 00 South
2.4 mi · 3 min · East North 00 South
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Continue on East State Road 18
5.9 mi · 7 min · East State Road 18
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Turn left onto South Washington Street
3.4 mi · 6 min · South Washington Street
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Continue on South Strawtown Pike
2.4 mi · 3 min · South Strawtown Pike
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Turn right onto West 500 S
6.9 mi · 10 min · West 500 S
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Turn right onto South 800 West
1 mi · 1 min · South 800 West
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Turn left onto West 400 South
1.7 mi · 3 min · West 400 South
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Turn right onto South Main Street
2627 ft · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East Howard Street
990 ft · 46 sec · East Howard Street
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Turn right onto South Washington Street
92 m · 13 sec · South Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Van Buren and Sims.
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.
West 500 S
Turn right onto West 500 S
6.92 mi · 00h 10m
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 Van Buren and Mostly Sunny near Sims.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Van Buren to Sims?
The road trip is about 30 miles (48.2 km) and usually takes 00h 38m 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?
Gas City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.5 miles from Van Buren and 15.5 miles from Sims.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 20.1 miles (32.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.00 one way or $7.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Van Buren and Mostly Sunny near Sims.
Stop Ideas Near Gas City
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 Gas City.
Indianapolis Union Station
Connersville station
Lafayette station
Waterloo
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Van Buren and Sims. Straight-line distance: 20.11 mi (32.37 km).
#1 Van Buren
Human settlement in Grant County, Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 1,475 |
| Coordinates | 40.6172700, -85.5047000 |
| Altitude | 258 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sims
Census-designated place in Grant County, Indiana
| Population | 1,645 |
| Coordinates | 40.4997600, -85.8552600 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Washington Street (-85.855044, 40.499765)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 48 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
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 | $4.00 | $7.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.51 | $9.02 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.93 | $9.87 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.62 | $11.24 |
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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