Origin
Carmel, IN
Morning in Carmel on Wednesday
Local time
8:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Carmel, IN to North Judson, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 33m
Distance
108.9 mi
175 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 23m
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6 AM
2h 33m
8 AM
2h 54m
10 AM
2h 40m
12 PM
2h 38m
3 PM
2h 41m
5 PM
2h 53m
8 PM
2h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Carmel, IN
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North Judson, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Carmel, IN to North Judson, IN covers 108.9 miles and takes about 2h 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Meridian Street, Logansport Bypass Road, US 35 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 38.1 miles on North Meridian Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.03 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
54.4 miles from Carmel, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 2h 33m drive with frequent turns across 108.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Meridian Street is the longest continuous segment at about 38.1 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 0.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 33m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 40.2 miles (US 35): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.5 miles (US 35): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
40.2 mi into trip
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~51m in
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US 35
Take the exit onto US 35 toward US 35 North: Galveston, Logansport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 166
Toward US 35 North: Galveston, Logansport
4
40.5 mi into trip
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~51m in
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US 35
At end of road, turn left onto US 35
Navigation decision point
5
62.7 mi into trip
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~1h 23m in
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US 24; US 35
Take the exit onto US 24; US 35 toward US 24 West, US 35 North, SR 25 North: Monticello, La Porte, Rochester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 24 West, US 35 North, SR 25 North: Mo...
4
108.9 mi into trip
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~2h 33m in
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SR 39 / Schricker Avenue
Turn left onto SR 39 / Schricker Avenue
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Carmel, IN and North Judson, IN, road signs point toward Logansport, La Porte and Rochester.
Logansport
40.2 mi in
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~51m
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via US 35
La Porte
62.7 mi in
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~1h 23m
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via US 24; US 35
Rochester
62.7 mi in
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~1h 23m
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via US 24; US 35
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Meridian Street | 38.1 mi | 47m |
| Logansport Bypass Road | 24.8 mi | 36m |
| US 35 | 22.5 mi | 32m |
| South Monticello Street | 11.3 mi | 17m |
| East 600 S | 4 mi | 5m |
| West 600 South | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Keystone Parkway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| S 400 E | 1.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
North Meridian Street
— 38.1 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carmel, IN and North Judson, IN.
1
Start on East Main Street
0.3 mi
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38 sec
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East Main Street
2
Enter roundabout
448 ft
·
25 sec
3
Continue
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
4
Merge onto Keystone Parkway
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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Keystone Parkway
5
Merge onto US 31
38 mi
·
47 min
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North Meridian Street
6
Take the exit onto US 35
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
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US 35
Exit 166
Toward US 35 North: Galveston, Logansport
7
At end of road, turn left onto US 35
22 mi
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32 min
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US 35
8
Take the exit onto US 24; US 35
0.6 mi
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1 min
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US 24; US 35
Toward US 24 West, US 35 North, SR 25 North: Monticello, La Porte, Rochester
9
Turn right onto US 24; US 35
25 mi
·
36 min
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Logansport Bypass Road
10
Continue on US 35
11 mi
·
17 min
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South Monticello Street
11
Continue on US 35; SR 10
1.4 mi
·
1 min
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S 400 E
12
Turn left onto SR 10
4.0 mi
·
5 min
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East 600 S
13
Continue on SR 10
3.5 mi
·
4 min
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West 600 South
14
Continue on SR 10; SR 39
395 ft
·
9 sec
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W 600 S
15
Continue on SR 10; SR 39
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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East Talmer Avenue
16
Turn left onto SR 39
13 ft
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0 sec
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Schricker Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
SR 39
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 54.4 miles from Carmel, IN, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.1 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 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.4 miles or 1h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Judson, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Carmel, 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 Carmel, IN
This is one driving day of about 108.9 miles and 2h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Carmel, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on North Meridian Street for about 38.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 54.4 mi from Carmel, IN · 1h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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 54.4 miles from Carmel, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in North Judson, IN
The final approach into North Judson, 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 North Judson, 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
$17.03 one way
$34.05 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $18.69 | $37.39 |
| premium | $4.89 | $20.96 | $41.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.04 | $48.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.7 | 0 | $11.43 | $5.23 |
| Efficient EV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.53 | $4.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.6 | 0 | $15.25 | $6.97 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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
North Judson, IN
Morning in North Judson on Wednesday
Local time
7:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
19 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 33m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Carmel, IN to North Judson, IN covers 108.9 miles and takes about 2h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Meridian Street, Logansport Bypass Road, US 35. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 54.4 miles from Carmel, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.03 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 33m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 40.2 miles (US 35): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.5 miles (US 35): Navigation decision point.
Between Carmel, IN and North Judson, IN, road signs point toward Logansport, La Porte and Rochester.
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