Origin
Centerville, IN
Late night in Centerville on Wednesday
Local time
5:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Centerville, IN to Saint Joseph, IN
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
3h 14m
Distance
139.3 mi
224 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 3m
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6 AM
3h 15m
8 AM
3h 39m
10 AM
3h 23m
12 PM
3h 21m
3 PM
3h 24m
5 PM
3h 37m
8 PM
3h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Centerville, IN
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Saint Joseph, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Centerville, IN to Saint Joseph, IN covers 139.3 miles and takes about 3h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SR 3, I 65, SR 46 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 38.2 miles on SR 3. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.78 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
69.7 miles from Centerville, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 43m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 3h 14m highway drive covering 139.3 miles, with most of the trip on SR 3 and I 65. The longest continuous stretch is about 38.2 miles on SR 3.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 3 is the longest continuous segment at about 38.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 3 and I 65. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 40 / West Main Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Centerville, IN to Saint Joseph, IN is easy. At 3h 14m with 77% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 40 / West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.1 miles (SR 3): Navigation decision point; at 81.6 miles (US 31 / East National Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 40 / West Main Street
Turn right onto US 40 / West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
24.1 mi into trip
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~36m in
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SR 3
Turn left onto SR 3
Navigation decision point
4
81.6 mi into trip
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~2h in
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US 31 / East National Road
Turn left onto US 31 / East National Road
Navigation decision point
5
130.8 mi into trip
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~2h 59m in
Take the exit toward Memphis Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 16
Toward Memphis Road
5
137.3 mi into trip
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~3h 11m in
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SR 60 / State Road 60
At end of road, turn right onto SR 60 / State Road 60
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 3 | 38.2 mi | 56m |
| I 65 | 33.6 mi | 35m |
| SR 46 | 19.4 mi | 27m |
| US 31 | 15.8 mi | 21m |
| West Main Street | 11.6 mi | 18m |
| National Road | 10.4 mi | 15m |
| Perry Crossing Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| East National Road | 2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
SR 3
— 38.2 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Centerville, IN and Saint Joseph, IN.
1
Start on North Morton Avenue
36 ft
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3 sec
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North Morton Avenue
2
Turn right onto US 40
12 mi
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18 min
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West Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on US 40
3.8 mi
·
5 min
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National Road
4
Continue on US 40
1.0 mi
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1 min
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Washington Street
5
Continue on US 40
2.0 mi
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3 min
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National Road
6
Continue on US 40
0.8 mi
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1 min
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East Main Street
7
Continue on US 40
4.1 mi
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6 min
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National Road
8
Continue on US 40; SR 3
0.3 mi
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24 sec
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Washington Street
9
Continue on US 40; SR 3
0.5 mi
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47 sec
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National Road
10
Turn left onto SR 3
14 mi
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20 min
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SR 3
11
Turn right onto SR 3
24 mi
·
35 min
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SR 3
12
Continue on SR 46
12 mi
·
17 min
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SR 46
13
Turn left onto SR 46
6.9 mi
·
9 min
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SR 46
14
Turn left onto US 31
2.0 mi
·
3 min
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East National Road
15
Enter roundabout onto US 31
134 ft
·
7 sec
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US 31
16
Continue on US 31
13 mi
·
17 min
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US 31
17
Turn right onto US 50
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
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East Tipton Street
18
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 65 South: Louisville
19
Merge onto I 65
34 mi
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35 min
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I 65
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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26 sec
Exit 16
Toward Memphis Road
21
Turn left onto Memphis-Blue Lick Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Memphis-Blue Lick Road
22
Turn right onto US 31
2.9 mi
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4 min
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US 31
23
Turn right onto Perry Crossing Road
2.7 mi
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6 min
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Perry Crossing Road
24
At end of road, turn right onto SR 60
0.2 mi
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25 sec
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State Road 60
25
Turn left onto State Road 111
1.8 mi
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3 min
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State Road 111
26
Arrive at destination
Grant Line Road
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 69.7 miles from Centerville, IN, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.2 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 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.7 miles or 1h 43m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Joseph, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Centerville, 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 Centerville, IN
This is one driving day of about 139.3 miles and 3h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Centerville, 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 SR 3 for about 38.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 69.7 mi from Centerville, IN · 1h 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
70 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 69.7 miles from Centerville, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Saint Joseph, IN
The final approach into Saint Joseph, 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 Saint Joseph, 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
$21.78 one way
$43.56 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $23.91 | $47.82 |
| premium | $4.89 | $26.81 | $53.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.76 | $61.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.8 | 0 | $14.63 | $6.69 |
| Efficient EV | 34.8 | 0 | $12.19 | $5.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.7 | 0 | $19.50 | $8.92 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (67% 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
Saint Joseph, IN
Late night in Saint Joseph on Wednesday
Local time
5:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
34 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
3h 14m 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 Centerville, IN to Saint Joseph, IN covers 139.3 miles and takes about 3h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 3, I 65, SR 46. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 69.7 miles from Centerville, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.78 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Centerville, IN to Saint Joseph, IN is easy. At 3h 14m with 77% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 40 / West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.1 miles (SR 3): Navigation decision point; at 81.6 miles (US 31 / East National Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Centerville, IN to Saint Joseph, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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