Origin
Saint Joseph, IN
Late night in Saint Joseph on Saturday
Local time
12:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
100.5 mi
162 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint Joseph, IN
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Boonville, IN
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This 100.5-mile journey from Saint Joseph, IN to Boonville, IN is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can easily be completed in under two hours. With a fuel cost estimated at $16, it's an economical option for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. The route primarily utilizes Interstate 64, State Road 61, and Grant Line Road, making it a familiar driving experience for many. This trip stays within the Midwest region, offering a consistent feel throughout its relatively short distance. It's a practical choice if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two Indiana locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.2 miles from Saint Joseph, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 100.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Straightforward navigation.
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive for this trip, with 84% of the 100.5 miles on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 81.9 miles on I 64, indicating extended periods of consistent travel. While the bulk of the journey is on the interstate, you'll also navigate sections of State Road 61 and Grant Line Road. This mix means you'll experience the efficiency of highway driving for most of the 1 hour and 58-minute duration, with some transitions onto state and local roads as you approach Boonville.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and State Road 61. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 89.6 miles in.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 58m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 89.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 97.3 miles (SR 61 / State Road 61): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 100.4 miles (South 2nd Street): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward SR 61: Boonville, Lynnville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Enter roundabout onto SR 61 / State Road 61
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn left onto South 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto SR 61; SR 62 / West Locust Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto SR 61 / South 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Saint Joseph, IN to Boonville, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Lynnville along the way.
Lynnville
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 81.9 mi | 1h 28m |
| State Road 61 | 9.5 mi | 14m |
| Grant Line Road | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| I 265 | 3 mi | 3m |
| North 3rd Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Locust Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Joseph, IN and Boonville, IN.
Start on Grant Line Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 265; SR 62
Continue on I 265; SR 62
Merge onto I 64; US 150; SR 62
Continue on I 64; SR 62
Take the exit
Turn left onto SR 61
Continue on SR 61
Enter roundabout onto SR 61
Continue on SR 61
Continue on SR 61
Turn right onto SR 61; SR 62
Turn left onto South 2nd Street
Turn left onto SR 61; SR 62
Turn left onto SR 61
Arrive at destination
Given the short 1 hour and 58-minute duration and 100.5-mile length, this route offers plenty of flexibility. You can depart anytime that suits your schedule, and with no designated stops, you can easily make spontaneous breaks as needed. The estimated fuel cost of $16 is minimal, so you won't need to worry excessively about refueling. Keep an eye out for transitions between I 64 and State Road 61, as this is where the driving character shifts. Since the longest stretch is over 80 miles, consider a brief stop just before that segment if you prefer to break up longer periods of driving.
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.
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 22 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.2 miles or 58m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Boonville, IN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Saint Joseph, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Saint Joseph, IN
This is one driving day of about 100.5 miles and 1h 58m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.2 mi from Saint Joseph, IN · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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.
A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 50.2 miles from Saint Joseph, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 81.9 miles.
The final approach into Boonville, 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.
Regular Gas
$15.71 one way
$31.42 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.25 | $34.50 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.34 | $38.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.19 | $44.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.2 | 0 | $10.55 | $4.82 |
| Efficient EV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.79 | $4.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.2 | 0 | $14.07 | $6.43 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Saint Joseph on Saturday
Local time
12:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Boonville on Friday
Local time
11:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
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
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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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