Origin
South Bend, IN
Evening in South Bend on Wednesday
Local time
8:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Bend, IN to Pike, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 48m
Distance
116.5 mi
187 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 37m
★
6 AM
2h 48m
8 AM
3h 10m
10 AM
2h 56m
12 PM
2h 54m
3 PM
2h 57m
5 PM
3h 9m
8 PM
2h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Bend, IN
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Pike, IN
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Trip Overview
This 116.5-mile drive from South Bend, IN to Pike, IN is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in a single day, taking about 2 hours and 48 minutes. You'll spend a good portion of your time on main roads like South Michigan Street, SR 29, and SR 25, with 57% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $18, making it an economical option. The mixed drive profile suggests a varied experience, not an entirely monotonous interstate journey. This route is ideal for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times.
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
58.2 miles from South Bend, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience on this route, with a significant 57% of the miles covered on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 28.2 miles along South Michigan Street, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent driving. As you transition between South Michigan Street, SR 29, and SR 25, the road character will likely shift from more urban or suburban settings to potentially more open, rural landscapes. This blend means you won't be stuck in a single type of driving environment for the entire 2 hours and 48 minutes.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Michigan Street is the longest continuous segment at about 28.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 early in the drive near SR 933; BUS US 31 / North Michigan Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from South Bend, IN to Pike, IN is easy. At 2h 48m with 57% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 933; BUS US 31 / North Michigan Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Michigan Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 3.3 miles (BUS US 31 / South Michigan Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 933; BUS US 31 / North Michigan Street
Turn left onto SR 933; BUS US 31 / North Michigan Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Michigan Street
Enter roundabout onto North Michigan Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
3.3 mi into trip
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~9m in
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BUS US 31 / South Michigan Street
Enter roundabout onto BUS US 31 / South Michigan Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
46.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward SR 25: Rochester, Logansport, Winamac
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 25: Rochester, Logansport, Winamac
4
68.2 mi into trip
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~1h 35m in
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High Street
Turn right onto High Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between South Bend, IN and Pike, IN, road signs point toward Logansport and Winamac.
Logansport
46.2 mi in
|
~1h 2m
Winamac
46.2 mi in
|
~1h 2m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Michigan Street | 28.2 mi | 38m |
| SR 29 | 27.6 mi | 40m |
| SR 25 | 21.6 mi | 31m |
| US 31 | 17.2 mi | 21m |
| North Jackson Street | 11.1 mi | 16m |
| Washington Avenue | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| Burlington Avenue | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| North Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
South Michigan Street
— 28.2 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Bend, IN and Pike, IN.
1
Start on East Navarre Street
131 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Navarre Street
2
Turn left onto SR 933; BUS US 31
444 ft
·
12 sec
·
North Michigan Street
3
Enter roundabout onto North Michigan Street
125 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Michigan Street
4
Continue on North Michigan Street
196 ft
·
6 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 roundabout onto BUS US 31
125 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Michigan Street
8
Continue on BUS US 31
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Michigan Street
9
Continue on BUS US 31
25 mi
·
29 min
·
South Michigan Street
10
Merge onto US 31
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 31
11
Turn slight right
512 ft
·
6 sec
12
Continue on US 31
16 mi
·
20 min
·
US 31
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward SR 25: Rochester, Logansport, Winamac
14
Turn right onto SR 25
22 mi
·
31 min
·
SR 25
15
Turn right onto High Street
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
High Street
16
Turn left onto SR 17
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South 3rd Street
17
Continue on SR 25
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Burlington Avenue
18
Continue on SR 29
28 mi
·
40 min
·
SR 29
19
Turn right onto West 2nd Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
West 2nd Street
20
Continue on East County Road 250 North
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
East County Road 250 North
21
Continue on Washington Avenue
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Washington Avenue
22
Continue on East Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Washington Street
23
Turn left onto US 421; SR 39
11 mi
·
16 min
·
North Jackson Street
24
Arrive at destination
SR 39
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 2-hour and 48-minute duration and 116.5-mile distance, this trip is best undertaken as a day excursion. You can leave South Bend at your leisure, perhaps in the mid-morning to avoid the peak rush hour. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of approximately $18, planning around gas and rest is simple. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 28.2 miles on South Michigan Street, to ensure you don't need to detour for gas unexpectedly.
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 58.2 miles from South Bend, IN, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.2 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 26 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.2 miles or 1h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pike, 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 116.5 miles and 2h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 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.
The longest stretch is on South Michigan Street for about 28.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58.2 mi from South Bend, IN · 1h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 58.2 miles from South Bend, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Pike, IN
The final approach into Pike, 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 Pike, 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
$18.21 one way
$36.43 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.00 | $40.00 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.42 | $44.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.72 | $51.44 |
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: 40.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.9 | 0 | $12.23 | $5.59 |
| Efficient EV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.19 | $4.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.6 | 0 | $16.31 | $7.46 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (66% 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
Pike, IN
Evening in Pike on Wednesday
Local time
8:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
6 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 48m 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 South Bend, IN to Pike, IN covers 116.5 miles and takes about 2h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Michigan Street, SR 29, SR 25. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 58.2 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 $18.21 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.
The drive from South Bend, IN to Pike, IN is easy. At 2h 48m with 57% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 933; BUS US 31 / North Michigan Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Michigan Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 3.3 miles (BUS US 31 / South Michigan Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Between South Bend, IN and Pike, IN, road signs point toward Logansport and Winamac.
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