Origin
Uniontown, IN
Evening in Uniontown on Friday
Local time
7:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Uniontown, IN to Saint Joseph, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
54.9 mi
88 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Uniontown, IN
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Saint Joseph, IN
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 54.9-mile drive from Uniontown to Saint Joseph, Indiana, is easily managed as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 7 minutes to complete. The route primarily utilizes I 64, with portions on Grant Line Road and South Indian Lake Road, making it a highway-focused experience. With a projected fuel cost of around $9, this is an economical journey through the Midwest. The drive is short enough to offer flexibility in your departure time, allowing you to make the most of your day without needing an overnight stop. It’s a practical option for connecting two points within Indiana.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 54.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for 83% of this 54.9-mile journey. Your longest uninterrupted stretch will be 42.6 miles on I 64, providing a consistent, faster pace. While the majority of the drive is on the interstate, you'll encounter segments on Grant Line Road and South Indian Lake Road, offering a slight change of pace before returning to highway driving. This route is designed for efficiency, with minimal technical driving and a focus on covering distance smoothly. The road character remains largely consistent, prioritizing a direct connection between your origin and destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 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 Grant Line Road. 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 SR 62 / South Indian Lake Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 54.9 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 (SR 62 / South Indian Lake Road): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (SR 37): Navigation decision point; at 47.1 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.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 62 / South Indian Lake Road
Turn left onto SR 62 / South Indian Lake Road
Navigation decision point
4
4 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
SR 37
Turn left onto SR 37
Navigation decision point
7
47.1 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
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
50 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Take the exit toward Grant Line Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 3
Toward Grant Line Road
5
50.3 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 42.6 mi | 46m |
| Grant Line Road | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| South Indian Lake Road | 4 mi | 7m |
| I 265 | 3 mi | 3m |
| SR 37 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| County Rd S Indian Lake | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 42.6 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Uniontown, IN and Saint Joseph, IN.
1
Start on County Rd S Indian Lake
42 ft
·
8 sec
·
County Rd S Indian Lake
2
Turn left onto SR 62
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
South Indian Lake Road
3
Turn left onto SR 37
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
SR 37
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
5
Merge onto I 64
43 mi
·
46 min
·
I 64
6
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
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 3
Toward Grant Line Road
8
Keep slight left at fork
183 ft
·
5 sec
9
Turn left onto Grant Line Road
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Grant Line Road
10
Arrive at destination
Grant Line Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.5 mi from Uniontown, IN · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.5 miles from Uniontown, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.58 one way
$17.17 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.42 | $18.85 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.57 | $21.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.12 | $24.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.76 | $2.64 |
| Efficient EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.80 | $2.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22 | 0 | $7.69 | $3.51 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Evening in Saint Joseph on Friday
Local time
8:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 9 to 13 mph
9% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 3:01PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 16 at 12:24PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
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
24 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
1h 7m 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 Uniontown, IN to Saint Joseph, IN covers 54.9 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, Grant Line Road, South Indian Lake 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 27.5 miles from Uniontown, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.58 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 54.9 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 (SR 62 / South Indian Lake Road): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (SR 37): Navigation decision point; at 47.1 miles (I 265; SR 62): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Uniontown, IN to Saint Joseph, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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