Origin
Connersville, IN
Afternoon in Connersville on Thursday
Local time
1:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Connersville, IN to Saint Joseph, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 42m
Distance
118.2 mi
190 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 32m
★
6 AM
2h 43m
8 AM
3h 4m
10 AM
2h 50m
12 PM
2h 48m
3 PM
2h 51m
5 PM
3h 3m
8 PM
2h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Connersville, IN
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Saint Joseph, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Connersville, IN to Saint Joseph, IN covers 118.2 miles and takes about 2h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, SR 3, SR 46 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 33.6 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.48 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
59.1 miles from Connersville, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 42m. Total distance: 118.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 42m highway drive covering 118.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and SR 3. The longest continuous stretch is about 33.6 miles on I 65.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 33.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and SR 3. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 4th Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 42m drive. You will face about 17 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (North Grand Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (SR 44 / West 3rd Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 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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West 4th Street
Turn right onto West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Grand Avenue
Turn left onto North Grand Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 44 / West 3rd Street
Turn right onto SR 44 / West 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
5
109.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 26m in
Take the exit toward Memphis Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 16
Toward Memphis Road
5
116.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 39m 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 |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 33.6 mi | 35m |
| SR 3 | 24.2 mi | 35m |
| SR 46 | 19.4 mi | 27m |
| West 3rd Street | 16.3 mi | 24m |
| US 31 | 15.8 mi | 21m |
| Perry Crossing Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| East National Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| State Road 111 | 1.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 33.6 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Connersville, IN and Saint Joseph, IN.
1
Start on Market Street
118 ft
·
7 sec
·
Market Street
2
Turn right onto West 4th Street
86 ft
·
9 sec
·
West 4th Street
3
Turn left onto North Grand Avenue
419 ft
·
23 sec
·
North Grand Avenue
4
Turn right onto SR 44
16 mi
·
24 min
·
West 3rd Street
5
Turn left onto US 52; SR 3
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Main Street
6
Turn right onto SR 3
24 mi
·
35 min
·
SR 3
7
Continue on SR 46
12 mi
·
17 min
·
SR 46
8
Turn left onto SR 46
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
SR 46
9
Turn left onto US 31
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
East National Road
10
Enter roundabout onto US 31
134 ft
·
7 sec
·
US 31
11
Continue on US 31
13 mi
·
17 min
·
US 31
12
Turn right onto US 50
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
East Tipton Street
13
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 65 South: Louisville
14
Merge onto I 65
34 mi
·
35 min
·
I 65
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 16
Toward Memphis Road
16
Turn left onto Memphis-Blue Lick Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Memphis-Blue Lick Road
17
Turn right onto US 31
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
US 31
18
Turn right onto Perry Crossing Road
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Perry Crossing Road
19
At end of road, turn right onto SR 60
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
State Road 60
20
Turn left onto State Road 111
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
State Road 111
21
Arrive at destination
Grant Line Road
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 59.1 miles from Connersville, IN, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.6 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 26 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.1 miles or 1h 26m 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 13m
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 Connersville, 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 Connersville, IN
This is one driving day of about 118.2 miles and 2h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Connersville, 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 I 65 for about 33.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.1 mi from Connersville, IN · 1h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.1 miles from Connersville, 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
$18.48 one way
$36.96 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.29 | $40.58 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.75 | $45.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.10 | $52.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.5 | 0 | $12.41 | $5.67 |
| Efficient EV | 29.6 | 0 | $10.34 | $4.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.3 | 0 | $16.55 | $7.56 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Saint Joseph, IN
Afternoon in Saint Joseph on Thursday
Local time
1:07 PM
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
29 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 42m 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 Connersville, IN to Saint Joseph, IN covers 118.2 miles and takes about 2h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, SR 3, 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 59.1 miles from Connersville, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.48 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 42m drive. You will face about 17 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 4th Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (North Grand Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (SR 44 / West 3rd Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Connersville, IN to Saint Joseph, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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