Origin
Auburn, IN
Afternoon in Auburn on Tuesday
Local time
3:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Auburn, IN to South Bend, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 52m
Distance
99.4 mi
160 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 44m
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6 AM
1h 52m
8 AM
2h 9m
10 AM
1h 58m
12 PM
1h 56m
3 PM
1h 59m
5 PM
2h 8m
8 PM
1h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Auburn, IN
Dominik Gryzbon
South Bend, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Auburn, IN to South Bend, IN covers 99.4 miles and takes about 1h 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Indiana Toll Road, I 69, North Michigan Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 67.4 miles on Indiana Toll Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.54 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
49.7 miles from Auburn, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 1h 52m drive with frequent turns across 99.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Indiana Toll Road is the longest continuous segment at about 67.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near I 69.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 52m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.3 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 69
Merge onto I 69
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
27.7 mi into trip
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~30m in
Take the exit toward I 80 Toll, I 90 Toll: Chicago, Toledo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 356
Toward I 80 Toll, I 90 Toll: Chicago, Toledo
4
28.2 mi into trip
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~31m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
96 mi into trip
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~1h 44m in
Take the exit toward SR 933, BUS US 31: South Bend, Notre Dame
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 933, BUS US 31: South Bend, Notre Dam...
4
97.5 mi into trip
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~1h 47m in
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SR 933 / North Michigan Street
Turn right onto SR 933 / North Michigan Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Auburn, IN to South Bend, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Toledo along the way.
Toledo
27.7 mi in
|
~30m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana Toll Road | 67.4 mi | 1h 12m |
| I 69 | 26.5 mi | 28m |
| North Michigan Street | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| West 7th Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| East Navarre Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Indiana Toll Road
— 67.4 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Auburn, IN and South Bend, IN.
1
Start on SR 8
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West 7th Street
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
3
Merge onto I 69
26 mi
·
28 min
·
I 69
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 356
Toward I 80 Toll, I 90 Toll: Chicago, Toledo
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
6
Merge onto I 80; I 90
67 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
Indiana Toll Road
7
Take the exit
1.4 mi
·
3 min
Toward SR 933, BUS US 31: South Bend, Notre Dame
8
Turn right onto SR 933
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North Michigan Street
9
Enter roundabout onto SR 933; BUS US 31
156 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Michigan Street
10
Continue on SR 933; BUS US 31
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
North Michigan Street
11
Turn left onto East Navarre Street
131 ft
·
4 sec
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East Navarre Street
12
Arrive at destination
East Navarre Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 49.7 miles from Auburn, IN, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.7 miles or 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Bend, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Auburn, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Auburn, IN
This is one driving day of about 99.4 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Auburn, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Indiana Toll Road for about 67.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.7 mi from Auburn, IN · 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.7 miles from Auburn, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Indiana Toll Road if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 67.4 miles.
Arriving in South Bend, IN
The final approach into South Bend, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around South Bend, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.54 one way
$31.08 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.06 | $34.12 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.13 | $38.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.95 | $43.89 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.71
Indiana Toll Road
(67.4 mi)
$4.71
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.8 | 0 | $10.44 | $4.77 |
| Efficient EV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.70 | $3.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.8 | 0 | $13.92 | $6.36 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
South Bend, IN
Afternoon in South Bend on Tuesday
Local time
3:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 10 to 15 mph
53% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 13 at 7:02PM EDT until April 13 at 7:15PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 13 at 7:01PM EDT until April 13 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
13 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 52m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Auburn, IN to South Bend, IN covers 99.4 miles and takes about 1h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Indiana Toll Road, I 69, North Michigan Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49.7 miles from Auburn, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.54 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 1h 52m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Auburn, IN to South Bend, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Toledo along the way.
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