Origin
Saint Joseph, IN
Evening in Saint Joseph on Friday
Local time
7:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Joseph, IN to Paoli, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
47.5 mi
76 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 59m
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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Paoli, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Saint Joseph, IN to Paoli, IN covers 47.5 miles and takes about 1h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 150, Grant Line Road, I 265 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 $7.43 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 1m. Total distance: 47.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 1m highway drive covering 47.5 miles, with most of the trip on US 150 and Grant Line Road. 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 9 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 Grant Line Road. 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 Paoli, IN is easy. At 1h 1m with 89% 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 5 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
3
47.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
US 150; SR 56 / East Main Street
Turn left onto US 150; SR 56 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
47.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
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US 150; SR 37; SR 56 / North Court Street
Enter roundabout onto US 150; SR 37; SR 56 / North Court Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 150 | 37.7 mi | 46m |
| 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 |
| North Court Street | 0.2 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 Paoli, 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 US 150; SR 37; SR 56
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
North Court Street
9
Arrive at destination
SR 37
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.7 mi from Saint Joseph, IN · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.7 miles from Saint Joseph, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Paoli, IN
The final approach into Paoli, 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
$7.43 one way
$14.85 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.15 | $16.31 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.14 | $18.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.49 | $20.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.3 | 0 | $4.99 | $2.28 |
| Efficient EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.16 | $1.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19 | 0 | $6.65 | $3.04 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Paoli, IN
Evening in Paoli on Friday
Local time
7:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
69°F
Greenville, IN
24 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
12 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 1m 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 Paoli, IN covers 47.5 miles and takes about 1h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 150, Grant Line Road, I 265. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.7 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 $7.43 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 Paoli, IN is easy. At 1h 1m with 89% 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.
The route from Saint Joseph, IN to Paoli, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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