Origin
Lawrence, IN
Morning in Lawrence on Monday
Local time
8:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lawrence, IN to Saint John, IN
Drive Time
3h 10m
Distance
167.7 mi
270 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 59m
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6 AM
3h 11m
8 AM
3h 34m
10 AM
3h 19m
12 PM
3h 17m
3 PM
3h 20m
5 PM
3h 33m
8 PM
3h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lawrence, IN
Ron Lach
Saint John, IN
Kaveh Keshtiara
Trip Overview
The drive from Lawrence, IN to Saint John, IN covers 167.7 miles and takes about 3h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 69, New Harmony Road, St John Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 163.5 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.47 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
83.8 miles from Lawrence, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 3h 10m highway drive covering 167.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and New Harmony Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 163.5 miles on I 69.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 69 is the longest continuous segment at about 163.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and New Harmony Road. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near McCoy Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 167.7 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (McCoy Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (US 36; SR 67): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.1 miles (I 69; I 465): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 mi into trip
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~0m in
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McCoy Street
Turn right onto McCoy Street
Navigation decision point
7
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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US 36; SR 67
Turn left onto US 36; SR 67 toward I 465 South, US 36 West, SR 67 South
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 465 South, US 36 West, SR 67 South
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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I 69; I 465
Merge onto I 69; I 465
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
17.1 mi into trip
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~21m in
|
I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 South: Evansville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
5
65.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
I 69
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 South: Evansville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 163.5 mi | 2h 59m |
| New Harmony Road | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| St John Road | 1.1 mi | 4m |
| Pendleton Pike | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Boonville New Harmony Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| US 36 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| McCoy Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 163.5 mi, about 2h 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lawrence, IN and Saint John, IN.
1
Start on this road
122 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto McCoy Street
492 ft
·
16 sec
·
McCoy Street
3
Turn right onto US 36; SR 67
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Pendleton Pike
4
Turn left onto US 36; SR 67
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
US 36; SR 67
Toward I 465 South, US 36 West, SR 67 South
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 69; I 465
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
I 69; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 69; I 74; I 465
8.7 mi
·
10 min
·
I 69; I 74; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
48 mi
·
54 min
·
I 69
Exit 5
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
99 mi
·
1 hr 46 min
·
I 69
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 15
Toward Boonville-New Harmony Road
10
Turn left onto East Boonville New Harmony Road
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
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East Boonville New Harmony Road
11
Continue on New Harmony Road
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
New Harmony Road
12
Turn right onto St John Road
1.1 mi
·
4 min
·
St John Road
13
Arrive at destination
St John 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 83.8 miles from Lawrence, IN, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 163.5 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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.8 miles or 1h 35m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint John, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lawrence, 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 Lawrence, IN
This is one driving day of about 167.7 miles and 3h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lawrence, 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 69 for about 163.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 83.8 mi from Lawrence, IN · 1h 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
84 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 83.8 miles from Lawrence, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 163.5 miles.
Arriving in Saint John, IN
The final approach into Saint John, 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 John, IN.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.47 one way
$50.94 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
59 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $28.08 | $56.16 |
| premium | $4.80 | $31.66 | $63.32 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $37.26 | $74.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.3 | 0 | $17.61 | $8.05 |
| Efficient EV | 41.9 | 0 | $14.67 | $6.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 67.1 | 0 | $23.48 | $10.73 |
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.
Destination
Saint John, IN
Morning in Saint John on Monday
Local time
7:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°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
6 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 10m 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 Lawrence, IN to Saint John, IN covers 167.7 miles and takes about 3h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, New Harmony Road, St John Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 83.8 miles from Lawrence, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.47 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 167.7 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (McCoy Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (US 36; SR 67): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.1 miles (I 69; I 465): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Lawrence, IN to Saint John, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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