Origin
Mishawaka, IN
Night in Mishawaka on Friday
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9:21 PM
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Current temp
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Trip from Mishawaka, IN to Richmond, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 41m
Distance
167.8 mi
270 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 29m
★
6 AM
3h 42m
8 AM
4h 7m
10 AM
3h 50m
12 PM
3h 48m
3 PM
3h 52m
5 PM
4h 6m
8 PM
3h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mishawaka, IN
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Richmond, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Mishawaka, IN to Richmond, IN covers 167.8 miles and takes about 3h 41m 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, Lincolnway South 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 $26.23 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
83.9 miles from Mishawaka, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 3m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 41m. Total distance: 167.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 41m drive with frequent turns across 167.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 34 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 31.4 miles in near US 6; US 33 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway.
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 167.8 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 31.4 miles (US 6; US 33 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway): Navigation decision point; at 69.4 miles (US 33): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 72.7 miles (US 27 / Lima Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
31.4 mi into trip
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~53m in
|
US 6; US 33 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 33 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Navigation decision point
6
69.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 44m 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
72.7 mi into trip
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~1h 49m 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
77.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m 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.
5
167.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 39m in
|
North 8th Street
At end of road, turn left onto North 8th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Harrison Street | 43.1 mi | 49m |
| Lafayette Street | 31.5 mi | 36m |
| Lincolnway South | 17.3 mi | 24m |
| Main Street | 13.9 mi | 16m |
| Lincolnway East | 13.4 mi | 22m |
| Chester Boulevard | 7.8 mi | 9m |
| South 200 E | 6 mi | 6m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 5.8 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
South Harrison Street
— 43.1 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mishawaka, IN and Richmond, IN.
1
Start on SR 933
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Lincoln Way East
2
Continue on SR 933
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Lincolnway West
3
Continue on SR 933
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lincoln Way West
4
Continue on SR 933
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
Lincolnway East
5
Turn right onto Ash Road;West County Line Road
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Ash Road;West County Line Road
6
Turn left onto CR 20
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 20
7
Continue on CR 20
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
West Mishawaka Road
8
Continue on CR 20
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 20
9
Continue on East Mishawaka Road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
East Mishawaka Road
10
Continue on CR 20
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
County Road 20
11
Turn right onto US 33
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on US 33
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lincoln Highway
13
Continue on US 33
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Elkhart Road
14
Continue on US 33
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Pike Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Continue on US 33
13 mi
·
21 min
·
Lincolnway East
16
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 33
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
17
Turn right onto US 33; SR 5
17 mi
·
24 min
·
Lincolnway South
18
Continue on US 33
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Main Street
19
Continue on US 33
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 33
Use the straight lane.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto US 33
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
US 33
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on SR 930
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
SR 930
22
Turn left onto SR 930
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West Coliseum Boulevard
Use the left lane.
23
Keep slight right at fork onto US 27
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lima Road
Use the right lane.
24
Continue on US 27
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
North Clinton Street
25
Continue on US 27
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
N Clinton Street
Use the straight lane.
26
Merge onto US 27
31 mi
·
36 min
·
Lafayette Street
Use the left lane.
27
Continue on US 27
43 mi
·
49 min
·
South Harrison Street
28
Continue on US 27
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
South 200 E
29
Continue on US 27
0.7 mi
·
51 sec
·
Chester Blvd
30
Continue on US 27
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Chester Boulevard
31
Turn right onto North G Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
North G Street
32
At end of road, turn left onto North 8th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North 8th Street
33
Turn left onto East Main Street
372 ft
·
10 sec
·
East Main Street
34
Arrive at destination
East Main 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 83.9 miles from Mishawaka, IN, or about 2h 3m 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 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.9 miles or 2h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Richmond, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mishawaka, 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 Mishawaka, IN
This is one driving day of about 167.8 miles and 3h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Mishawaka, 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 83.9 mi from Mishawaka, IN · 2h 3m 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 83.9 miles from Mishawaka, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Richmond, IN
The final approach into Richmond, 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 Richmond, 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
$26.23 one way
$52.47 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
59 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $28.80 | $57.61 |
| premium | $4.89 | $32.29 | $64.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.05 | $74.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
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, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.3 | 0 | $17.62 | $8.05 |
| Efficient EV | 42 | 0 | $14.68 | $6.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 67.1 | 0 | $23.49 | $10.74 |
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
Richmond, IN
Night in Richmond on Friday
Local time
9:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°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
15 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 41m 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 Mishawaka, IN to Richmond, IN covers 167.8 miles and takes about 3h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Harrison Street, Lafayette Street, Lincolnway South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 83.9 miles from Mishawaka, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.23 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 167.8 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 31.4 miles (US 6; US 33 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway): Navigation decision point; at 69.4 miles (US 33): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 72.7 miles (US 27 / Lima Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Mishawaka, IN to Richmond, 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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