Trip from Redding, IN to Saint Joseph, IN

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

1h 22m

Distance

64 mi

103 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$10

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 20 min

4 AM

1h 16m ★

6 AM

1h 23m

8 AM

1h 36m

10 AM

1h 27m

12 PM

1h 26m

3 PM

1h 28m

5 PM

1h 35m

8 PM

1h 19m

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

This straightforward 64-mile drive from Redding to Saint Joseph, Indiana, is an easy 1 hour and 22 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at just $10, it's an economical option for a quick getaway. The route primarily utilizes West US Highway 150 and SR 37, with a significant 75% of the journey on highways, offering a focused driving experience. Given its short length and minimal stops, this trip is ideal for a spontaneous outing or a relaxed exploration within the Midwest region. You'll find it a convenient way to travel between these two Indiana towns without needing an overnight stay.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 64 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this trip, with 75% of the 64 miles on main roads like West US Highway 150 and SR 37. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 26.8 miles along West US Highway 150. This means you'll experience consistent speeds for significant portions of the journey. While the road is primarily highway, keep in mind that Southeast Main Street in Saint Joseph will likely offer a change of pace as you approach your destination. It's a route designed for efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.

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.

West US Highway 150 is the longest continuous segment at about 26.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West US Highway 150 and SR 37. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Stevens Lane.

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 64 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.1 miles (Stevens Lane): Navigation decision point; at 16.3 miles (US 150; SR 56 / East Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 53.8 miles (US 150): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

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

5

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Stevens Lane

Turn left onto Stevens Lane

Navigation decision point

5

16.3 mi into trip | ~21m in | US 150; SR 56 / East Main Street

Enter roundabout onto US 150; SR 56 / East Main Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

6

53.8 mi into trip | ~1h 7m in | US 150

Keep slight left at fork onto US 150 toward I 64 East, US 150 East, SR 62 East: New Albany, Louisville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 64 East, US 150 East, SR 62 East: New...

7

56.1 mi into trip | ~1h 10m in | I 265; SR 62

Keep slight left at fork onto I 265; SR 62 toward I 265 East, SR 62 East

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 121 Toward I 265 East, SR 62 East

5

59.1 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in

Take the exit toward Grant Line Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 3 Toward Grant Line Road

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Redding, IN to Saint Joseph, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Louisville along the way.

Louisville

53.8 mi in | ~1h 7m | via US 150

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
West US Highway 150	26.8 mi	31m
SR 37	16.1 mi	20m
Southeast Main Street	10.4 mi	14m
Grant Line Road	4.6 mi	8m
I 265	3 mi	3m
US 150	2.3 mi	3m
East Main Street	0.3 mi	<1m
Stevens Lane	0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: West US Highway 150 — 26.8 mi, about 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Redding, IN and Saint Joseph, IN.

1

Start on Old State Hwy 37

0.1 mi · 32 sec · Old State Hwy 37

2

Turn left onto Stevens Lane

0.1 mi · 28 sec · Stevens Lane

3

Turn right onto SR 37

16 mi · 20 min · SR 37

4

Enter roundabout onto US 150; SR 56

0.1 mi · 8 sec · East Main Street

5

Continue on US 150; SR 56

0.2 mi · 14 sec · East Main Street

6

Turn right onto US 150

10 mi · 14 min · Southeast Main Street

7

Continue on US 150

27 mi · 31 min · West US Highway 150

8

Keep slight left at fork onto US 150

2.3 mi · 3 min · US 150

Toward I 64 East, US 150 East, SR 62 East: New Albany, Louisville

9

Keep slight left at fork onto I 265; SR 62

3.0 mi · 3 min · I 265; SR 62

Exit 121 Toward I 265 East, SR 62 East

10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec

Exit 3 Toward Grant Line Road

11

Keep slight left at fork

183 ft · 5 sec

12

Turn left onto Grant Line Road

4.6 mi · 8 min · Grant Line Road

13

Arrive at destination

Grant Line Road

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 32 mi from Redding, IN · 41m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Greenville, IN

32 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

Paoli, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Palmyra, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 32 miles from Redding, 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.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$10.01 one way

$20.01 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 22 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$10.99	$21.97
premium	$4.89	$12.32	$24.63
diesel	$5.61	$14.13	$28.26

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$10

Estimated CO2 emission: 22.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	19.2	$6.72	$3.07
Efficient EV	16	$5.60	$2.56
EV Truck/SUV	25.6	$8.96	$4.10

Gas CO2

22 kg

EV CO2

7 kg (68% 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 17, 2026

Origin

Redding, IN

Late night in Redding on Friday

Local time

1:52 AM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Saint Joseph, IN

Late night in Saint Joseph on Friday

Local time

1:52 AM

EDT

Current temp

42°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

69°F

Greenville, IN

32 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

33 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

1h 22m 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 Redding, IN to Saint Joseph, IN covers 64 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are West US Highway 150, SR 37, Southeast Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 32 miles from Redding, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.01 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.