Origin
Saint Joseph, IN
Late night in Saint Joseph on Friday
Local time
12:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Joseph, IN to Orleans, IN
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
55 mi
88 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
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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Orleans, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Saint Joseph, IN to Orleans, IN covers 55 miles and takes about 1h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 150, North Gospel Street, Grant Line Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 37.7 miles on US 150. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.60 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 55 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 12m highway drive covering 55 miles, with most of the trip on US 150 and North Gospel Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 37.7 miles on US 150.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 150 is the longest continuous segment at about 37.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 150 and North Gospel Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in near I 265; SR 62.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Saint Joseph, IN to Orleans, IN is easy. At 1h 12m with 77% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.8 miles (I 265; SR 62): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 7.7 miles (I 64; US 150; SR 62): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 9.4 miles (US 150): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
4.8 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 265; SR 62
Merge onto I 265; SR 62
Merge point - match speed before joining
3
7.7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
I 64; US 150; SR 62
Merge onto I 64; US 150; SR 62
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
9.4 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
US 150
Take the exit onto US 150 toward US 150 West: Greenville, Paoli
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 119
Toward US 150 West: Greenville, Paoli
6
47.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
SR 37 / North Gospel Street
Enter roundabout onto SR 37 / North Gospel Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
54.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
SR 337 / East Washington Street
Turn right onto SR 337 / East Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
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 Saint Joseph, IN to Orleans, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Paoli along the way.
Paoli
9.4 mi in
|
~14m
|
via US 150
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 150 | 37.7 mi | 46m |
| North Gospel Street | 7.6 mi | 10m |
| Grant Line Road | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| I 265 | 3 mi | 3m |
| I 64 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Washington Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 150
— 37.7 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Joseph, IN and Orleans, IN.
1
Start on Grant Line Road
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Grant Line Road
2
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
3
Merge onto I 265; SR 62
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
I 265; SR 62
4
Continue on I 265; SR 62
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
I 265; SR 62
Toward I 64 West, SR 62 West: Saint Louis
5
Merge onto I 64; US 150; SR 62
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
I 64; US 150; SR 62
6
Take the exit onto US 150
38 mi
·
46 min
·
US 150
Exit 119
Toward US 150 West: Greenville, Paoli
7
Turn left onto US 150; SR 56
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
East Main Street
8
Enter roundabout onto SR 37
147 ft
·
2 sec
·
North Gospel Street
9
Continue on SR 37
7.6 mi
·
10 min
·
North Gospel Street
10
Turn right onto SR 337
312 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Arrive at destination
SR 337
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.5 mi from Saint Joseph, IN · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.5 miles from Saint Joseph, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Orleans, IN
The final approach into Orleans, 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
$8.60 one way
$17.20 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.44 | $18.88 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.58 | $21.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.14 | $24.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.77 | $2.64 |
| Efficient EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.81 | $2.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22 | 0 | $7.70 | $3.52 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
Orleans, IN
Late night in Orleans on Friday
Local time
12:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
69°F
Greenville, IN
28 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
27 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
1h 12m 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 Saint Joseph, IN to Orleans, IN covers 55 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 150, North Gospel Street, Grant Line Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.5 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 $8.60 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.
The drive from Saint Joseph, IN to Orleans, IN is easy. At 1h 12m with 77% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.8 miles (I 265; SR 62): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 7.7 miles (I 64; US 150; SR 62): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 9.4 miles (US 150): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Saint Joseph, IN to Orleans, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Paoli along the way.
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