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Trip from Ross, IN to Saint John, IN

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

5h 40m

Distance

300.8 mi

484 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$47

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
5h 28m ★
6 AM
5h 41m
8 AM
6h 7m
10 AM
5h 50m
12 PM
5h 47m
3 PM
5h 51m
5 PM
6h 6m
8 PM
5h 33m

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

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Downtown Ross, IN, IN

Ross, IN

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town in Lake County, Indiana, United States

Saint John, IN

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Trip Overview

The drive from Ross, IN to Saint John, IN covers 300.8 miles and takes about 5h 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 69, Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway, I 465 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 146.5 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $47.03 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

150.4 miles from Ross, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 50m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 40m. Total distance: 300.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

The drive from Ross, IN to Saint John, IN covers 300.8 miles and takes about 5h 40m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 21 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 146.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.5 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 300.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 6.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles (I 65 / Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 129.9 miles (I 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

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

7
6.5 mi into trip | ~12m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 65 South: Indianapolis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 65 South: Indianapolis
5
7 mi into trip | ~13m in | I 65 / Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway

Merge onto I 65 / Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
129.9 mi into trip | ~2h 26m in | I 65

Keep slight left at fork onto I 65

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
135.8 mi into trip | ~2h 33m in

Take the exit toward I 465 South

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 123 Toward I 465 South
7
150.4 mi into trip | ~2h 50m in

Take the exit toward I 69 South: Evansville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 5 Toward I 69 South: Evansville

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 69 146.5 mi 2h 39m
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway 122.9 mi 2h 12m
I 465 13.7 mi 15m
I 65 5.9 mi 6m
Taft Street 2.5 mi 4m
West 81st Avenue 1.5 mi 2m
New Harmony Road 1.4 mi 3m
St John Road 1.1 mi 4m
Longest stretch: I 69 — 146.5 mi, about 2h 39m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ross, IN and Saint John, IN.

1

Start on Chase Street

0.8 mi · 2 min · Chase Street
2

Turn left onto West 57th Avenue

0.8 mi · 1 min · West 57th Avenue
3

Turn right onto SR 55

0.5 mi · 59 sec · Main Street
4

Continue on SR 55

2.5 mi · 4 min · Taft Street
5

Turn left onto US 30

1.5 mi · 2 min · West 81st Avenue
Use the left lane.
6

Continue on US 30

0.3 mi · 34 sec · East 81st Avenue
7

Take the ramp

401 ft · 9 sec
Toward I 65: Indianapolis, Chicago
8

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 65 South: Indianapolis Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Merge onto I 65

123 mi · 2 hr 12 min · Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight left at fork onto I 65

5.9 mi · 6 min · I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Exit 123 Toward I 465 South
12

Continue on this road

0.6 mi · 1 min · this road
Exit 123 Toward I 465 South
13

Merge onto I 465

14 mi · 15 min · I 465
14

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 5 Toward I 69 South: Evansville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Continue on I 69

47 mi · 53 min · I 69
Use the straight lane.
16

Keep slight left at fork onto I 69

99 mi · 1 hr 46 min · I 69
Toward I 69 South: Evansville
17

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Exit 15 Toward Boonville-New Harmony Road
18

Turn left onto East Boonville New Harmony Road

0.3 mi · 42 sec · East Boonville New Harmony Road
19

Continue on New Harmony Road

1.4 mi · 3 min · New Harmony Road
20

Turn right onto St John Road

1.1 mi · 4 min · St John Road
21

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 150.4 miles from Ross, IN, or about 2h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 146.5 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 66 miles or 1h 17m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 150.4 miles or 2h 50m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 37m

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 Ross, 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 Ross, IN

This is one driving day of about 300.8 miles and 5h 40m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 66 miles from Ross, 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 146.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 150.4 mi from Ross, IN · 2h 50m into the drive

person who operates a mill

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Miller, IN

150 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

Orland Park, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 59 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Miller, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 134.4 miles from Ross, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Indiana Dunes National Park

Indiana Dunes National Park

National Park

Lake Michigan's might has influenced Indiana Dunes for millennia. Wind and waves have shaped the land, leaving a rich mosaic of habitats along these 15 miles of Indiana coast. Over 50 miles of trails...

16 mi from route ~41 min detour $20
Park Closure: Partial Closures to Marquette Greenway Trail and Glenwood Dunes Trail
Park Closure: Mount Baldy Closure
View on nps.gov
George Rogers Clark National Historical Park

George Rogers Clark National Historical Park

National Historical Park

The British flag would not be raised above Fort Sackville Feb. 25, 1779. At 10 A.M., the garrison surrendered to American Colonel George Rogers Clark. His American army, aided by French residents of t...

20 mi from route ~49 min detour Free near mile 259.3
View on nps.gov
Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial

Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial

National Memorial

Abraham Lincoln grew from youth to manhood on this southern Indiana soil. Many character and moral traits of one of the world's most respected leaders was formed and nurtured here. Explore Lincoln's b...

25 mi from route ~62 min detour Free near mile 300.8
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$47.03 one way

$94.05 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 105 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $51.63 $103.27
premium $4.89 $57.89 $115.77
diesel $5.61 $66.41 $132.83

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$47

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$72–$97

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 105.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 90.2 1 $31.58 $14.44
Efficient EV 75.2 0 $26.32 $12.03
EV Truck/SUV 120.3 1 $42.11 $19.25

Gas CO2

105 kg

EV CO2

35 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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

Ross, IN

Afternoon in Ross on Thursday

Local time

3:43 PM

CDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Saint John, IN

Afternoon in Saint John on Thursday

Local time

3:43 PM

CDT

Current temp

76°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

25 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

5h 40m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Ross, IN to Saint John, IN covers 300.8 miles and takes about 5h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway, I 465. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 150.4 miles from Ross, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $47.03 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 300.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles (I 65 / Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 129.9 miles (I 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Ross, IN to Saint John, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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