Origin
Saluda, IN
Afternoon in Saluda on Saturday
Local time
1:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saluda, IN to Madison, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
27m
Distance
15.3 mi
25 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saluda, IN
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Madison, IN
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion through the Midwest, the 15.3-mile trip from Saluda to Madison, Indiana, is an ideal candidate. Clocking in at approximately 27 minutes, this journey is perfectly suited for a one-day outing, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You will primarily navigate via SR 56, State Road 62, and West New Bethel Road. With a fuel cost of just $2, this is a budget-friendly option for a casual drive. Because the route is short and straightforward, it offers great flexibility for your schedule, whether you are heading out for a morning errand or a weekend afternoon trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 56 | 9 mi | 13m |
| State Road 62 | 4 mi | 5m |
| West New Bethel Road | 1.5 mi | 5m |
| West Prospect Road | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| West Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 56
— 9 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saluda, IN and Madison, IN.
1
Start on West Prospect Road
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West Prospect Road
2
Continue on West New Bethel Road
1.5 mi
·
5 min
·
West New Bethel Road
3
Turn right onto SR 62
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
State Road 62
4
Continue on SR 56; SR 62
9.0 mi
·
13 min
·
SR 56; SR 62
5
Turn right onto West Street
184 ft
·
9 sec
·
West Street
6
Turn left
71 ft
·
5 sec
7
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 2.2 and 15.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
2.2 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
SR 62 / State Road 62
Turn right onto SR 62 / State Road 62
Navigation decision point
3
15.2 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
West Street
Turn right onto West Street
Navigation decision point
4
15.2 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.39 one way
$4.78 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.63 | $5.25 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.94 | $5.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.38 | $6.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.61 | $0.73 |
| Efficient EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.34 | $0.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.14 | $0.98 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Madison, IN
Afternoon in Madison on Saturday
Local time
1:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
27m 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?
Expect a mixed driving experience as you traverse this short Indiana route. The trip is composed of 59% highway driving, providing a blend of faster stretches and more local road conditions. You will spend your longest uninterrupted time on the road covering 9 miles on SR 56. As you transition between the state roads and local segments, the pace of the drive shifts, requiring you to remain alert to changing road types. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that gets you from point A to point B efficiently without the monotony often found on long interstate hauls.
59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
7 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9 mi on SR 56.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in near SR 62 / State Road 62.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Saluda, IN to Madison, IN is easy. At 27m with 59% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles (SR 62 / State Road 62): Navigation decision point; at 15.2 miles (West Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.2 miles: Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 27m. Total distance: 15.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9 miles on SR 56. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles (SR 62 / State Road 62): Navigation decision point; at 15.2 miles (West Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.2 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Madison, IN before heading back.
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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