Origin
Saint Joseph, IN
Morning in Saint Joseph on Wednesday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Joseph, IN to Union, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 34m
Distance
112.4 mi
181 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 24m
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6 AM
2h 34m
8 AM
2h 55m
10 AM
2h 42m
12 PM
2h 40m
3 PM
2h 43m
5 PM
2h 54m
8 PM
2h 28m
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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Union, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Saint Joseph, IN to Union, IN covers 112.4 miles and takes about 2h 34m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 64, Main Street, Alford Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 58.1 miles on I 64. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.57 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
56.2 miles from Saint Joseph, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Saint Joseph, IN to Union, IN covers 112.4 miles and takes about 2h 34m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 58.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 65.8 miles in.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 34m 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 65.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.2 miles (SR 162 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 80.4 miles (SR 164 / Newton Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
65.8 mi into trip
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~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward SR 162: Ferdinand, Jasper, Santa Claus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 63
Toward SR 162: Ferdinand, Jasper, Santa Claus
4
66.2 mi into trip
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~1h 16m in
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SR 162 / Main Street
Turn right onto SR 162 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
80.4 mi into trip
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~1h 37m in
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SR 164 / Newton Street
Turn right onto SR 164 / Newton Street
Navigation decision point
4
80.5 mi into trip
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~1h 38m in
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US 231; SR 56 / West 6th Street
Turn left onto US 231; SR 56 / West 6th Street
Navigation decision point
6
102.8 mi into trip
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~2h 17m in
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SR 56 / West Pike Avenue
Turn right onto SR 56 / West Pike Avenue
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.
Between Saint Joseph, IN and Union, IN, road signs point toward Jasper and Santa Claus.
Jasper
65.8 mi in
|
~1h 15m
Santa Claus
65.8 mi in
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~1h 15m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 58.1 mi | 1h 3m |
| Main Street | 11.4 mi | 17m |
| Alford Road | 9.9 mi | 17m |
| West 6th Street | 9.5 mi | 16m |
| West Pike Avenue | 6.6 mi | 11m |
| Grant Line Road | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| SR 65 | 3 mi | 5m |
| I 265 | 3 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 58.1 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Joseph, IN and Union, IN.
1
Start on Grant Line Road
4.4 mi
·
7 min
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Grant Line Road
2
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
3
Merge onto I 265; SR 62
2.5 mi
·
2 min
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I 265; SR 62
4
Continue on I 265; SR 62
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
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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
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I 64; US 150; SR 62
6
Continue on I 64; SR 62
56 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
I 64; SR 62
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 63
Toward SR 162: Ferdinand, Jasper, Santa Claus
8
Turn right onto SR 162
11 mi
·
17 min
·
Main Street
9
Continue on East 3rd Avenue
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
East 3rd Avenue
10
Continue on SR 164
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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West 3rd Street
11
Turn right onto SR 164
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Newton Street
12
Turn left onto US 231; SR 56
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
West 6th Street
13
Continue on SR 56
9.1 mi
·
16 min
·
West 6th Street
14
Turn right onto SR 257
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 257
15
Turn straight onto SR 356
9.9 mi
·
17 min
·
Alford Road
16
Turn left onto SR 57
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
17
Turn right onto SR 56
6.6 mi
·
11 min
·
West Pike Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on SR 65
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
SR 65
19
Arrive at destination
SR 65
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 56.2 miles from Saint Joseph, IN, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.1 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 80 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.2 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Union, 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 112.4 miles and 2h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 64 for about 58.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 56.2 mi from Saint Joseph, IN · 1h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 56.2 miles from Saint Joseph, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Union, IN
The final approach into Union, 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 Union, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.57 one way
$35.14 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $19.29 | $38.59 |
| premium | $4.89 | $21.63 | $43.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.82 | $49.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.7 | 0 | $11.80 | $5.40 |
| Efficient EV | 28.1 | 0 | $9.83 | $4.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45 | 0 | $15.74 | $7.19 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (67% 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
Union, IN
Morning in Union on Wednesday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
32 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 34m 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 Union, IN covers 112.4 miles and takes about 2h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, Main Street, Alford Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 56.2 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 $17.57 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 34m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 65.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.2 miles (SR 162 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 80.4 miles (SR 164 / Newton Street): Navigation decision point.
Between Saint Joseph, IN and Union, IN, road signs point toward Jasper and Santa Claus.
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