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Trip from Churubusco, IN to Utah, IN

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 51m

Distance

169.9 mi

273 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Good

6 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 39m ★
6 AM
3h 52m
8 AM
4h 17m
10 AM
4h 1m
12 PM
3h 58m
3 PM
4h 2m
5 PM
4h 16m
8 PM
3h 44m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Churubusco, IN, IN

Churubusco, IN

Sergio Benavides

Downtown Utah, IN, IN

Utah, IN

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Trip Overview

The drive from Churubusco, IN to Utah, IN covers 169.9 miles and takes about 3h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on South Harrison Street, Lafayette Street, SR 1 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 43.1 miles on South Harrison Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.56 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

85 miles from Churubusco, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 41m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 51m. Total distance: 169.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile.

Drive Character

Expect a 3h 51m drive with frequent turns across 169.9 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Harrison Street is the longest continuous segment at about 43.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 10.2 miles in near US 33.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 169.9 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 10.2 miles (US 33): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.5 miles (US 27 / Lima Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.7 miles (US 27 / Lafayette Street): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
10.2 mi into trip | ~12m in | US 33

Keep slight left at fork onto US 33

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
7
13.5 mi into trip | ~17m in | US 27 / Lima Road

Keep slight right at fork onto US 27 / Lima Road

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
5
18.7 mi into trip | ~24m in | US 27 / Lafayette Street

Merge onto US 27 / Lafayette Street

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
7
107.9 mi into trip | ~2h 8m in | North 8th Street

At end of road, turn left onto North 8th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
6
164.5 mi into trip | ~3h 42m in | SR 48 / Bielby Road

At end of road, turn left onto SR 48 / Bielby Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
South Harrison Street 43.1 mi 49m
Lafayette Street 31.5 mi 36m
SR 1 16.5 mi 28m
US 27 12.2 mi 16m
State Road 101 9.6 mi 16m
Main Street 9.1 mi 10m
Chester Boulevard 7.8 mi 9m
Indiana Highway 101 7.5 mi 13m
Longest stretch: South Harrison Street — 43.1 mi, about 49m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Churubusco, IN and Utah, IN.

1

Start on SR 205

29 ft · 4 sec · West Whitley Street
2

Turn right onto US 33

9.1 mi · 10 min · Main Street
3

Continue on US 33

1.1 mi · 1 min · US 33
Use the straight lane.
4

Keep slight left at fork onto US 33

1.2 mi · 2 min · US 33
Use the straight lane.
5

Continue on SR 930

0.4 mi · 30 sec · SR 930
6

Turn left onto SR 930

1.7 mi · 2 min · West Coliseum Boulevard
Use the left lane.
7

Keep slight right at fork onto US 27

1.1 mi · 1 min · Lima Road
Use the right lane.
8

Continue on US 27

1.2 mi · 1 min · North Clinton Street
9

Continue on US 27

3.0 mi · 4 min · N Clinton Street
Use the straight lane.
10

Merge onto US 27

31 mi · 36 min · Lafayette Street
Use the left lane.
11

Continue on US 27

43 mi · 49 min · South Harrison Street
12

Continue on US 27

6.0 mi · 6 min · South 200 E
13

Continue on US 27

0.7 mi · 51 sec · Chester Blvd
14

Continue on US 27

7.8 mi · 9 min · Chester Boulevard
15

Turn right onto North G Street

0.1 mi · 31 sec · North G Street
16

At end of road, turn left onto North 8th Street

2.9 mi · 5 min · North 8th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
17

Continue on US 27

12 mi · 16 min · US 27
Use the straight / right lanes.
18

Continue on SR 101

7.5 mi · 13 min · Indiana Highway 101
19

Continue on SR 101

9.6 mi · 16 min · State Road 101
20

Continue on US 52; SR 1

0.3 mi · 24 sec · US 52; SR 1
21

Continue on US 52; SR 1

4.5 mi · 6 min · US 52; SR 1
22

Turn right onto SR 1

17 mi · 28 min · SR 1
23

Turn right onto Pella Crossing

0.4 mi · 51 sec · Pella Crossing
24

Continue on Pribble Road

2.6 mi · 5 min · Pribble Road
25

At end of road, turn left onto SR 48

2.7 mi · 4 min · Bielby Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
26

Turn right onto US 50

1.3 mi · 2 min · West Eads Parkway
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
27

Continue on US 50

1.3 mi · 2 min · Green Boulevard
28

Turn left onto George Street

468 ft · 24 sec · George Street
Use the left lane.
29

Arrive at destination

George Street

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 85 miles from Churubusco, IN, or about 1h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.1 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 37 miles or 45m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 85 miles or 1h 41m 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 58m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Utah, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Churubusco, 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 Churubusco, IN

This is one driving day of about 169.9 miles and 3h 51m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Churubusco, 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 South Harrison Street for about 43.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 85 mi from Churubusco, IN · 1h 41m into the drive

city in Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Richmond, IN

85 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

Van Wert, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Winchester, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 85 miles from Churubusco, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Utah, IN

The final approach into Utah, 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 Utah, IN.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

El Camino Real

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Decatur, Indiana

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 36.4

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12607284008

Visit website

Indiana Pancake House

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Decatur, Indiana

0.2 mi

Spare Time Lanes

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Berne, Indiana

0.4 mi

Top Coffee Stop

The Java Bean Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Decatur, Indiana

Early in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 36.4

Hours: 6:30 am–4 pm

+12607284000

Visit website

Sorinna's Bakery

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Decatur, Indiana

1.3 mi

DeeZertz

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Berne, Indiana

1.3 mi

El Camino Real

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 36.4

Decatur, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12607284008

Visit website

Indiana Pancake House

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 36.4

Decatur, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+12607247181

Visit website

Spare Time Lanes

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 48.5

Berne, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12605892927

Visit website

Chicotes Mexican Grill

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 36.4

Decatur, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12607243500

Visit website

Wings Etc.

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 36.4

Decatur, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+12607289464

Visit website

El Carreton

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 48.5

Berne, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12605892146

Visit website

The Galley

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 36.4

Decatur, Indiana

Hours: 10:30 am–8 pm

+12607248181

Visit website

East of Chicago Pizza

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 48.5

Berne, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12605898891

Visit website

The Java Bean Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 36.4

Decatur, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–4 pm

+12607284000

Visit website

Sorinna's Bakery

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 36.4

Decatur, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+12603073365

Visit website

DeeZertz

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 48.5

Berne, Indiana

Hours: 1:30–4:30 pm

+12608492500

Black Forest Cat Café

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 12.1

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 9:30 am–6 pm

+12604982988

Visit website

D-Town Energy

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 36.4

Decatur, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+12603018116

A Divine Encounter Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 12.1

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+12604832233

Visit website

Crescendo Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 12.1

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12604078515

Visit website

Firefly Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 12.1

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+12603730505

Visit website

InCharge Energy Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 12.1

Fort Wayne, Indiana

+18333994638

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 12.1

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 12.1

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 12.1

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 12.1

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 12.1

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Riverview Bar & Restaurant

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 36.4

Decatur, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12607243500

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$26.56 one way

$53.12 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 59 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $29.16 $58.33
premium $4.89 $32.70 $65.39
diesel $5.61 $37.51 $75.02

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$27

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$52–$77

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 59.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 51 0 $17.84 $8.16
Efficient EV 42.5 0 $14.87 $6.80
EV Truck/SUV 68 0 $23.79 $10.87

Gas CO2

59 kg

EV CO2

20 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Churubusco, IN

Late night in Churubusco on Saturday

Local time

4:40 AM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Utah, IN

Late night in Utah on Saturday

Local time

4:40 AM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

66°F

Richmond, IN

85 mi in

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

25 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

3h 51m 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 Churubusco, IN to Utah, IN covers 169.9 miles and takes about 3h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are South Harrison Street, Lafayette Street, SR 1. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 85 miles from Churubusco, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.56 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.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 169.9 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

The main spots that need attention: at 10.2 miles (US 33): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.5 miles (US 27 / Lima Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.7 miles (US 27 / Lafayette Street): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Churubusco, IN to Utah, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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