Origin
South Bend, IN
Afternoon in South Bend on Monday
Local time
12:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Bend, IN to Pigeon, IN
Drive Time
6h 4m
Distance
290.4 mi
467 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 51m
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6 AM
6h 4m
8 AM
6h 30m
10 AM
6h 13m
12 PM
6h 11m
3 PM
6h 15m
5 PM
6h 29m
8 PM
5h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Bend, IN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from South Bend, IN to Pigeon, IN covers 290.4 miles and takes about 6h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Michigan Street, North Dr, South Michigan Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $44.11 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
145.2 miles from South Bend, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 2m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 4m drive with frequent turns across 290.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 37 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Michigan Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 4m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from South Bend, IN to Pigeon, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Michigan Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Dr | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Michigan Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East 226th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 465 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 465 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 465 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 69 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Michigan Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Bend, IN and Pigeon, IN.
1
Start on East Navarre Street
131 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Navarre Street
2
Turn left onto North Michigan Street
443 ft
·
13 sec
·
North Michigan Street
3
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Michigan Street
125 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Michigan Street
4
Exit the roundabout onto North Michigan Street
197 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Michigan Street
5
Continue on North Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
North Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
6
Continue on South Michigan Street
2.5 mi
·
6 min
·
South Michigan Street
7
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Michigan Street
125 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Michigan Street
8
Exit the roundabout onto South Michigan Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Michigan Street
9
Continue on South Michigan Street
25 mi
·
29 min
·
South Michigan Street
10
Merge slight left
0.9 mi
·
1 min
11
Turn slight right
512 ft
·
7 sec
12
Continue straight
85 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
13
Turn right onto East 226th Street
269 ft
·
10 sec
·
East 226th Street
14
Turn left
322 ft
·
51 sec
15
Continue straight
322 ft
·
25 sec
16
Turn right onto East 226th Street
269 ft
·
10 sec
·
East 226th Street
17
Turn right
13 mi
·
17 min
18
Take the exit slight right toward I 465, US 31 South
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
I 465, US 31 South
19
Keep slight right to continue on I 465 West
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 465 West
20
Merge slight left
4.8 mi
·
5 min
21
Keep slight right to continue on I 465 South
20 mi
·
23 min
·
I 465 South
22
Take the exit slight right toward I 69 South: Evansville
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 69 South: Evansville
23
Continue straight
47 mi
·
53 min
24
Keep slight left to continue on I 69 South: Evansville
27 mi
·
28 min
·
I 69 South: Evansville
25
Take the exit slight right toward US 231: Bloomfield, Crane
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
US 231: Bloomfield, Crane
26
Keep slight left
105 ft
·
3 sec
27
Turn left
17 mi
·
23 min
28
Turn right onto West Broadway Street
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
West Broadway Street
29
Continue on Mill Street
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Mill Street
30
Continue straight
6.1 mi
·
7 min
31
Turn right onto West 6th Street
18 mi
·
20 min
·
West 6th Street
32
Turn right
4.1 mi
·
7 min
33
Turn right onto Railroad Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Railroad Street
34
Continue on East County Road 1500 North
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
East County Road 1500 North
35
Continue on North Base Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North Base Road
36
Turn right onto County Road 1475 North
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road 1475 North
37
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 145.2 miles from South Bend, IN, or about 3h 2m into the drive.
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 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 145.2 miles or 3h 2m 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pigeon, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving South Bend, 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 South Bend, IN
This is one driving day of about 290.4 miles and 6h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from South Bend, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 145.2 mi from South Bend, IN · 3h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
145 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 145.2 miles from South Bend, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Pigeon, IN
The final approach into Pigeon, 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 Pigeon, 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
$44.11 one way
$88.22 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
102 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $48.62 | $97.25 |
| premium | $4.80 | $54.82 | $109.64 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $64.52 | $129.03 |
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: 101.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 87.1 | 1 | $30.49 | $13.94 |
| Efficient EV | 72.6 | 0 | $25.41 | $11.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 116.2 | 1 | $40.66 | $18.59 |
Gas CO2
102 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (67% 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
Pigeon, IN
Morning in Pigeon on Monday
Local time
11:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
14 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
6h 4m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from South Bend, IN to Pigeon, IN covers 290.4 miles and takes about 6h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Michigan Street, North Dr, South Michigan Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 145.2 miles from South Bend, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $44.11 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 4m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from South Bend, IN to Pigeon, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from South Bend, IN to Pigeon, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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