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Trip from Saint Joseph, IN to Lawrence, IN

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

Drive Time

2h 9m

Distance

109.4 mi

176 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

20 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
2h 0m ★
6 AM
2h 9m
8 AM
2h 28m
10 AM
2h 16m
12 PM
2h 14m
3 PM
2h 17m
5 PM
2h 27m
8 PM
2h 4m

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

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Christian saint; husband of Mary and father of Jesus

Saint Joseph, IN

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city in Marion County, Indiana, United States

Lawrence, IN

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Trip Overview

Saint Joseph, IN to Lawrence, IN is 109.4 miles and takes about 2h 9m via I 65, I 69, and US 31, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive connecting two points within the Midwest. Given the relatively short duration, it's an ideal option for a single-day trip, allowing for a relaxed pace. You'll primarily be on major interstates, making for a predictable journey. Plan for minimal travel time and focus on reaching your destination efficiently.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

54.7 miles from Saint Joseph, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 65 86.7 mi 1h 33m
I 69 9.6 mi 11m
US 31 2.9 mi 4m
Perry Crossing Road 2.7 mi 6m
South Emerson Avenue 2.5 mi 4m
State Road 111 1.8 mi 3m
US 36 1 mi 2m
Memphis-Blue Lick Road 0.6 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 65 — 86.7 mi, about 1h 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Grant Line Road

233 ft · 4 sec · Grant Line Road
2

Continue on State Road 111

1.8 mi · 3 min · State Road 111
3

Turn right onto SR 60

0.2 mi · 24 sec · State Road 60
4

Turn left onto Perry Crossing Road

2.7 mi · 6 min · Perry Crossing Road
5

Turn left onto US 31

2.9 mi · 4 min · US 31
6

Turn left onto Memphis-Blue Lick Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Memphis-Blue Lick Road
7

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 33 sec
8

Merge onto I 65

87 mi · 1 hr 33 min · I 65
9

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 47 sec
Exit 103 Toward Southport Road Use the slight right lane.
10

Turn slight right

176 ft · 4 sec
11

Turn straight onto East Southport Road

0.2 mi · 26 sec · East Southport Road
12

Turn left onto South Emerson Avenue

2.5 mi · 4 min · South Emerson Avenue
Use the left lane.
13

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 58 sec
14

Merge onto I 69; I 74; I 465

2.3 mi · 2 min · I 69; I 74; I 465
15

Continue on I 69; I 465

7.3 mi · 8 min · I 69; I 465
16

Take the exit onto US 36; SR 67

0.3 mi · 40 sec · US 36; SR 67
Exit 42 Toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Pendleton Pike Use the slight right lane.
17

Keep slight right at fork onto US 36; SR 67

0.6 mi · 1 min · US 36; SR 67
Toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Lawrence Use the right lane.
18

Turn left onto McCoy Street

416 ft · 19 sec · McCoy Street
Use the left lane.
19

Turn left

59 ft · 6 sec
20

Turn right

77 ft · 5 sec
21

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

With a drive time of just over two hours, this trip offers plenty of flexibility. You can easily depart in the morning and arrive well before midday, or even leave after lunch. Since it's a single-day journey, there's no need to plan for overnight stays. The longest stretch on I 65 is substantial, so consider a brief pause for fuel or a stretch before embarking on that segment. Given the $17 fuel cost estimate, keeping your tank topped off is always a good idea, especially as you won't be making extensive stops.

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 54.7 miles from Saint Joseph, IN, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.7 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 24 miles or 32m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 54.7 miles or 1h 5m 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 43m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lawrence, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Saint Joseph, 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 Saint Joseph, IN

This is one driving day of about 109.4 miles and 2h 9m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Saint Joseph, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 86.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Bartholomew County, Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Columbus, IN

55 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

Goshen, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Seymour, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 54.7 miles from Saint Joseph, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.7 miles.

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

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Indianapolis, Indiana

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 93.7

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13178070248

Visit website

Sushi Club (Sushi All You Can Eat)

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Indianapolis, Indiana

0.8 mi

Lindo Mexico

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Greenwood, Indiana

0.8 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Coffee Crossing

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Sellersburg, Indiana

Near the start, short detour

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

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+18129138177

Visit website

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 93.7

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13178070248

Visit website

Sushi Club (Sushi All You Can Eat)

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 93.7

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–3:30 pm

+13174978097

Visit website

Lindo Mexico

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 93.7

Greenwood, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13178591336

Visit website

La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 109.4

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13174059395

Visit website

Puerto Vallarta Mexican Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 23.4

Scottsburg, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18122000041

Visit website

Max & Erma's

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 70.3

Edinburgh, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18125266250

Visit website

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 23.4

Scottsburg, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+18127529346

Visit website

Pines

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 39.1

Seymour, IN

Hours: Closed

+18125224955

Visit website

Coffee Crossing

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

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

Sellersburg, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+18129138177

Visit website

Coffee Crossing

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

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

New Albany, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm

+18129812633

Visit website

Starlight Coffee Co. & Roastery

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

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

Sellersburg, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+18127487000

Visit website

Coffee Crossing

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

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

New Albany, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm

+18125576899

Visit website

Reed’s Place: Steak and Chop Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30 mile 39.1

Seymour, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18122711298

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 95.2 and 109.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
95.2 mi into trip | ~1h 49m in

Take the exit toward Southport Road

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 103 Toward Southport Road
6
95.8 mi into trip | ~1h 50m in | South Emerson Avenue

Turn left onto South Emerson Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
8
108.3 mi into trip | ~2h 6m in | US 36; SR 67

Take the exit onto US 36; SR 67 toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Pendleton Pike

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 42 Toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Pendleton Pike
8
108.6 mi into trip | ~2h 7m in | US 36; SR 67

Keep slight right at fork onto US 36; SR 67 toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Lawrence

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Lawrence
5
109.3 mi into trip | ~2h 8m in | McCoy Street

Turn left onto McCoy Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$17.10 one way

$34.21 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 38 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $18.78 $37.56
premium $4.89 $21.05 $42.11
diesel $5.61 $24.15 $48.31

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 38.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

20 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Menards Greenwood 3169 (Greenwood, IN)

Greenwood, IN

Electrify America

12 DCFC

Meijer - Tesla Supercharger

Indianapolis, IN

Tesla

12 DCFC

GetGo Cafe + Markety - Tesla Supercharger

Columbus, IN

Tesla

8 DCFC

Target - Tesla Supercharger

Greenwood, IN

Tesla

8 DCFC

Walmart 5443 (Indianapolis, IN)

Indianapolis, IN

Electrify America

8 DCFC

La Quinta South Indianapolis - Tesla Supercharger

Indianapolis, IN

Tesla

8 DCFC

Meijer 131 (Indianapolis, IN)

Indianapolis, IN

Electrify America

6 DCFC

Bob Poynter Ford

Seymour, IN

Blink Network

4 DCFC

EV Connect: 4 Tesla: 4 Blink Network: 3 Electrify America: 3 ChargePoint Network: 2 Non-Networked: 2 eVgo Network: 1 LOOP: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 32.8 0 $11.49 $5.25
Efficient EV 27.4 0 $9.57 $4.38
EV Truck/SUV 43.8 0 $15.32 $7.00

Gas CO2

38 kg

EV CO2

13 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.

Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026

Origin

Saint Joseph, IN

Afternoon in Saint Joseph on Saturday

Local time

1:44 PM

EDT

Current temp

42°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lawrence, IN

Afternoon in Lawrence on Saturday

Local time

1:44 PM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

68°F

Columbus, IN

55 mi in

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

31 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

2h 9m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This route leans heavily towards highway driving, with 92% of the journey on major roads. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I 65, including an uninterrupted stretch of 86.7 miles. Expect a consistent and direct experience, typical of interstate travel. While the majority is fast-paced highway, the transition onto I 69 and US 31 may offer slight variations in traffic flow and surroundings as you approach your destination. It's a functional drive designed for covering ground.

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 86.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and I 69. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 95.2 miles in.

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 109.4 miles you will encounter 14 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 95.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 95.8 miles (South Emerson Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 108.3 miles (US 36; SR 67): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 9m. Total distance: 109.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Saint Joseph, IN to Lawrence, IN covers 109.4 miles and takes about 2h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 65, I 69, 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 54.7 miles from Saint Joseph, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.10 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 109.4 miles you will encounter 14 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 95.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 95.8 miles (South Emerson Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 108.3 miles (US 36; SR 67): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

The route from Saint Joseph, IN to Lawrence, 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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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