Origin
Kent, IN
Late night in Kent on Friday
Local time
12:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kent, IN to Saint Joseph, IN
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
58m
Distance
38.7 mi
62 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kent, IN
Rory C
Saint Joseph, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Kent, IN to Saint Joseph, IN covers 38.7 miles and takes about 58m 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 56 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.4 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.05 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 38.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 58m highway drive covering 38.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and SR 3. The longest continuous stretch is about 13.4 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 15 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 13.4 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 SR 256 / West Main Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 58m 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: near the start (SR 256 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles (SR 3): Navigation decision point; at 30.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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SR 256 / West Main Street
Turn right onto SR 256 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
6.3 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
SR 3
Turn left onto SR 3
Navigation decision point
5
30.2 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward Memphis Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 16
Toward Memphis Road
5
36.7 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
SR 60 / State Road 60
At end of road, turn right onto SR 60 / State Road 60
Navigation decision point
4
36.9 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
State Road 111
Turn left onto State Road 111
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 13.4 mi | 14m |
| SR 3 | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| SR 56 | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| West Main Street | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| State Road 256 | 3 mi | 5m |
| US 31 | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Perry Crossing Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| State Road 111 | 1.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 13.4 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kent, IN and Saint Joseph, IN.
1
Start on Kent Wall Street
49 ft
·
5 sec
·
Kent Wall Street
2
Turn right onto SR 256
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
3
Continue on SR 256
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
State Road 256
4
Continue on SR 256
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
West Main Street
5
Turn left onto SR 3
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
SR 3
6
Continue on SR 56; SR 203
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
SR 56; SR 203
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
8
Merge onto I 65
13 mi
·
14 min
·
I 65
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 16
Toward Memphis Road
10
Turn left onto Memphis-Blue Lick Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Memphis-Blue Lick Road
11
Turn right onto US 31
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
US 31
12
Turn right onto Perry Crossing Road
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Perry Crossing Road
13
At end of road, turn right onto SR 60
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
State Road 60
14
Turn left onto State Road 111
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
State Road 111
15
Arrive at destination
Grant Line Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.4 mi from Kent, IN · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.4 miles from Kent, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Saint Joseph, IN
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Saint Joseph, IN if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.05 one way
$12.10 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.64 | $13.29 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.45 | $14.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.54 | $17.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.06 | $1.86 |
| Efficient EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.39 | $1.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.42 | $2.48 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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 Friday
Local time
12:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
55°F
Vienna, IN
19 mi in
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
11 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
58m 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 Kent, IN to Saint Joseph, IN covers 38.7 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, SR 3, SR 56. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.4 miles from Kent, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.05 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 58m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 256 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles (SR 3): Navigation decision point; at 30.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Kent, IN to Saint Joseph, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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