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Trip from Middletown, IN to Saint Joseph, IN

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

Drive Time

2h 3m

Distance

86.9 mi

140 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min
4 AM
1h 55m ★
6 AM
2h 4m
8 AM
2h 21m
10 AM
2h 10m
12 PM
2h 8m
3 PM
2h 11m
5 PM
2h 20m
8 PM
1h 58m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Middletown, IN to Saint Joseph, IN covers 86.9 miles and takes about 2h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 65, South Riley Highway, US 31 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 $13.59 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.

Midpoint

43.4 miles from Middletown, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 3m. Total distance: 86.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (65%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 3m highway drive covering 86.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and South Riley Highway. 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 South Riley Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Grove 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 3m drive. You will face about 13 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 (Grove Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (SR 9 / South Riley Highway): Navigation decision point; at 29.1 miles (US 31 / East National Road): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

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

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Grove Street

Turn left onto Grove Street

Navigation decision point

4
6.1 mi into trip | ~14m in | SR 9 / South Riley Highway

Turn left onto SR 9 / South Riley Highway

Navigation decision point

4
29.1 mi into trip | ~48m in | US 31 / East National Road

Turn left onto US 31 / East National Road

Navigation decision point

5
78.4 mi into trip | ~1h 47m in

Take the exit toward Memphis Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 16 Toward Memphis Road
5
84.9 mi into trip | ~2h in | 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
South Riley Highway 16.1 mi 24m
US 31 15.8 mi 21m
SR 46 6.9 mi 9m
East 500 South 4.6 mi 11m
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 Middletown, IN and Saint Joseph, IN.

1

Start on East Michigan Road

30 ft · 7 sec · East Michigan Road
2

Turn left onto Grove Street

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Grove Street
3

Continue on East Middletown Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Middletown Road
4

Continue on East Street

351 ft · 11 sec · East Street
5

Continue on Washington Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · Washington Street
6

Continue on East 500 South

4.6 mi · 11 min · East 500 South
7

Turn left onto SR 9

16 mi · 24 min · South Riley Highway
8

Continue on 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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 43.4 miles from Middletown, IN, or about 1h 9m 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 19 miles or 34m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 43.4 miles or 1h 9m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 42m

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 Middletown, 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 Middletown, IN

This is one driving day of about 86.9 miles and 2h 3m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Middletown, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
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 43.4 mi from Middletown, IN · 1h 9m into the drive

city in Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Seymour, IN

43 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.

Popular next leg

Seymour, IN to Saint Joseph, IN

44.5 mi · 57m

Pacing Suggestions

Hope, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Seymour, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 43.4 miles from Middletown, 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.

Nearby Places

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

Top Restaurant

Goodfella's Pizza

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Henryville, Indiana

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 74.5

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18122943343

Visit website

Culver’s

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Seymour, Indiana

0.9 mi

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Seymour, Indiana

0.8 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Coffee Crossing

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Sellersburg, Indiana

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 86.9

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+18129138177

Visit website

Goodfella's Pizza

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 74.5

Henryville, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18122943343

Visit website

Culver’s

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 43.4

Seymour, Indiana

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+18124052497

Visit website

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 43.4

Seymour, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+18125223122

Visit website

Azul Tequila Authentic Mexican Cuisine Seymour IN

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 43.4

Seymour, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18125198509

Visit website

Chili's Grill & Bar

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 43.4

Seymour, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18125244547

Visit website

El Nopal Mexican Cuisine

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 43.4

Seymour, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18125233399

Visit website

Pines

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 43.4

Seymour, IN

Hours: Closed

+18125224955

Visit website

Rally's

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 43.4

Seymour, Indiana

Hours: 10 am–2 pm

+18125224623

Visit website

Coffee Crossing

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 86.9

Sellersburg, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+18129138177

Visit website

Coffee Crossing

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 86.9

New Albany, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm

+18129812633

Visit website

Starlight Coffee Co. & Roastery

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 86.9

Sellersburg, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+18127487000

Visit website

Coffee Crossing

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 86.9

New Albany, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm

+18125576899

Visit website

Reed’s Place: Steak and Chop Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $20 to $30 mile 43.4

Seymour, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18122711298

Visit website

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$13.59 one way

$27.17 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 30 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $14.92 $29.83
premium $4.89 $16.72 $33.45
diesel $5.61 $19.19 $38.37

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$14

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$39–$64

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 30.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 26.1 0 $9.12 $4.17
Efficient EV 21.7 0 $7.60 $3.48
EV Truck/SUV 34.8 0 $12.17 $5.56

Gas CO2

30 kg

EV CO2

10 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Middletown, IN

Late night in Middletown on Saturday

Local time

1:10 AM

EDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Saint Joseph, IN

Late night in Saint Joseph on Saturday

Local time

1:10 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

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

2h 3m 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 Middletown, IN to Saint Joseph, IN covers 86.9 miles and takes about 2h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 65, South Riley Highway, US 31. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 43.4 miles from Middletown, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.59 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 2h 3m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Grove Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (SR 9 / South Riley Highway): Navigation decision point; at 29.1 miles (US 31 / East National Road): Navigation decision point.

The route from Middletown, IN to Saint Joseph, 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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