Origin
Tell City, IN
Late night in Tell City on Wednesday
Local time
4:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tell City, IN to Saint Joseph, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 33m
Distance
73.9 mi
119 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 26m
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6 AM
1h 33m
8 AM
1h 47m
10 AM
1h 38m
12 PM
1h 37m
3 PM
1h 39m
5 PM
1h 47m
8 PM
1h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tell City, IN
Steven Van Elk
Saint Joseph, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Tell City, IN to Saint Joseph, IN covers 73.9 miles and takes about 1h 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 64, Payne Street, Grant Line Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 42.6 miles on I 64. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.55 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
36.9 miles from Tell City, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 33m highway drive covering 73.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 64 and Payne Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 42.6 miles on I 64.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 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 42.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Payne Street. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Mozart Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.9 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Mozart Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (SR 66 / 12th Street): Navigation decision point; at 66 miles (I 265; SR 62): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 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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Mozart Street
Turn left onto Mozart Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 66 / 12th Street
Turn left onto SR 66 / 12th Street
Navigation decision point
7
66 mi into trip
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~1h 20m in
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I 265; SR 62
Keep slight left at fork onto I 265; SR 62 toward I 265 East, SR 62 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 121
Toward I 265 East, SR 62 East
5
69 mi into trip
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~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward Grant Line Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 3
Toward Grant Line Road
5
69.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 42.6 mi | 46m |
| Payne Street | 22.1 mi | 30m |
| Grant Line Road | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| I 265 | 3 mi | 3m |
| 12th Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Mozart Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 42.6 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tell City, IN and Saint Joseph, IN.
1
Start on this road
242 ft
·
23 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Mozart Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Mozart Street
3
Turn left onto SR 66
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
12th Street
4
Turn right onto SR 37
22 mi
·
30 min
·
Payne Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
6
Merge onto I 64
43 mi
·
46 min
·
I 64
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 265; SR 62
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
I 265; SR 62
Exit 121
Toward I 265 East, SR 62 East
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 3
Toward Grant Line Road
9
Keep slight left at fork
183 ft
·
5 sec
10
Turn left onto Grant Line Road
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Grant Line Road
11
Arrive at destination
Grant Line Road
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 36.9 miles from Tell City, IN, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.6 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 73.9 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.9 miles or 48m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Joseph, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Tell City, 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 Tell City, IN
This is one driving day of about 73.9 miles and 1h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Tell City, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 42.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.9 mi from Tell City, IN · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 73.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.9 miles from Tell City, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Saint Joseph, IN
The final approach into Saint Joseph, 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 Saint Joseph, 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
$11.55 one way
$23.11 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.69 | $25.37 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.22 | $28.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.32 | $32.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.76 | $3.55 |
| Efficient EV | 18.5 | 0 | $6.47 | $2.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.6 | 0 | $10.35 | $4.73 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Saint Joseph, IN
Late night in Saint Joseph on Wednesday
Local time
5:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Partly Cloudy
S 6 to 12 mph
2% chance
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 later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
13 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 33m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Tell City, IN to Saint Joseph, IN covers 73.9 miles and takes about 1h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, Payne Street, Grant Line Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.9 miles from Tell City, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.55 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.9 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Mozart Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (SR 66 / 12th Street): Navigation decision point; at 66 miles (I 265; SR 62): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Tell City, IN to Saint Joseph, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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