Origin
Saint Joseph, IN
Afternoon in Saint Joseph on Thursday
Local time
4:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Joseph, IN to Scott, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 34m
Distance
279.7 mi
450 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 21m
★
6 AM
5h 35m
8 AM
6h 1m
10 AM
5h 44m
12 PM
5h 41m
3 PM
5h 45m
5 PM
6h 0m
8 PM
5h 27m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Saint Joseph, IN to Scott, IN covers 279.7 miles and takes about 5h 34m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 69, I 65, US 33 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 123.7 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $43.73 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
139.8 miles from Saint Joseph, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 42m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 34m. Total distance: 279.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 5h 34m highway drive covering 279.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and I 65. The longest continuous stretch is about 123.7 miles on I 69.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 38 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 123.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and I 65. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 95.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 279.7 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 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 112.8 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 23 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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.
6
112.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 11m in
|
I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 37
Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
6
117 mi into trip
|
~2h 17m in
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I 69
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
222.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 11m in
|
US 33
Take the exit onto US 33 toward US 30 West, US 33 North: Goshen Road
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 309B
Toward US 30 West, US 33 North: Goshen Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 123.7 mi | 2h 16m |
| I 65 | 86.7 mi | 1h 33m |
| US 33 | 18.6 mi | 23m |
| North Baseline Road | 7.2 mi | 10m |
| South 600 West | 6.4 mi | 11m |
| North 600 West | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| State Route 5 | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| North 290 West | 3.4 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 123.7 mi, about 2h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Joseph, IN and Scott, 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
12 mi
·
13 min
·
I 69; I 465
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
I 69
Exit 37
Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
105 mi
·
1 hr 53 min
·
I 69
Use the straight lane.
18
Take the exit onto US 33
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 33
Exit 309B
Toward US 30 West, US 33 North: Goshen Road
Use the slight right lane.
19
Take the exit onto US 33
18 mi
·
21 min
·
US 33
Use the slight right lane.
20
Turn right onto SR 9
7.2 mi
·
10 min
·
North Baseline Road
21
Continue on SR 9
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Orange Street
22
Turn left onto West Jefferson Street
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
West Jefferson Street
23
Continue on West Albion Road
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West Albion Road
24
Turn right onto North 290 West
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
North 290 West
25
Turn left onto US 6
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
US Highway 6
26
Turn right onto North 600 West
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
North 600 West
27
Continue on South Main Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
28
Continue on South 600 West
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
South 600 West
29
Continue on South 600 West
3.0 mi
·
6 min
·
South 600 West
30
Turn left onto US 20
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
US 20
31
Turn right onto SR 5
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 5
32
Continue on SR 5
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Van Buren Street
33
Continue on SR 5
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
State Route 5
34
At end of road, turn right onto SR 120
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
State Road 120
35
Turn left onto North 675 West
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North 675 West
36
Turn right
135 ft
·
10 sec
37
Turn left
150 ft
·
10 sec
38
Arrive at destination
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 139.8 miles from Saint Joseph, IN, or about 2h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 123.7 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 62 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 139.8 miles or 2h 42m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Scott, 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 279.7 miles and 5h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 62 miles from Saint Joseph, 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 123.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 139.8 mi from Saint Joseph, IN · 2h 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
140 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 62 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 139.8 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 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 123.7 miles.
Arriving in Scott, IN
The final approach into Scott, 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 Scott, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$43.73 one way
$87.46 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
98 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $48.01 | $96.02 |
| premium | $4.89 | $53.83 | $107.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $61.75 | $123.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 97.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 83.9 | 1 | $29.37 | $13.43 |
| Efficient EV | 69.9 | 0 | $24.47 | $11.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 111.9 | 1 | $39.16 | $17.90 |
Gas CO2
98 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (66% 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.
Destination
Scott, IN
Afternoon in Scott on Thursday
Local time
4:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Elwood, IN
140 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
26 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 34m 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 Saint Joseph, IN to Scott, IN covers 279.7 miles and takes about 5h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, I 65, US 33. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 139.8 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 $43.73 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 23 significant decision points across 279.7 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 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 112.8 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Saint Joseph, IN to Scott, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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