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Trip from Walton, 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

3h 36m

Distance

174.4 mi

281 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Fair

3 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min
4 AM
3h 24m ★
6 AM
3h 36m
8 AM
4h 1m
10 AM
3h 45m
12 PM
3h 43m
3 PM
3h 46m
5 PM
4h 0m
8 PM
3h 29m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Walton, IN

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Saint Joseph, IN

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Trip Overview

This 174.4-mile journey from Walton, Indiana, to Saint Joseph, Indiana, is a manageable one-day road trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 36 minutes. The route primarily utilizes major highways, including I-65, US-31, and I-69, making for efficient travel. With an estimated fuel cost of $27, this drive through the Midwest is budget-friendly. You'll experience a highway-focused drive, with 87% of the route on interstates. This trip is well-suited for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop.

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

87.2 miles from Walton, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 36m. Total distance: 174.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

Expect a highway-centric experience for the majority of this drive, with 87% of the 174.4 miles on major interstates. You'll encounter an uninterrupted stretch of 87 miles on I-65, offering a consistent pace. While the profile is largely highway-focused, the transition between I-65, US-31, and I-69 will provide some variation in your journey. This route is designed for moving efficiently across the landscape rather than for leisurely scenic cruising.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 87 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and US 31. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 50.9 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 27 significant decision points across 174.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 50.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.1 miles (Keystone Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 56.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 27 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

8
50.9 mi into trip | ~1h 8m in

Take the exit toward Keystone Parkway, Rangeline Road, Clay Terrace Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 129B Toward Keystone Parkway, Rangeline Road, Clay T...
7
51.1 mi into trip | ~1h 8m in | Keystone Parkway

Keep slight left at fork onto Keystone Parkway toward Keystone Parkway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Keystone Parkway
7
56.7 mi into trip | ~1h 17m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 465 East

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / right lanes. Toward I 465 East
7
75.1 mi into trip | ~1h 40m in

Take the exit toward Emerson Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 52 Toward Emerson Avenue
7
75.4 mi into trip | ~1h 40m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 65 87 mi 1h 33m
US 31 41 mi 51m
I 69 13.6 mi 15m
South Main Street 12.1 mi 18m
Keystone Parkway 5.2 mi 7m
I 465 4 mi 4m
Perry Crossing Road 2.7 mi 6m
South Emerson Avenue 2.6 mi 4m
Longest stretch: I 65 — 87 mi, about 1h 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Walton, IN and Saint Joseph, IN.

1

Start on West May Street

275 ft · 17 sec · West May Street
2

Turn left onto US 35

12 mi · 18 min · South Main Street
3

Take the ramp onto US 35

0.5 mi · 1 min · US 35
4

Merge onto US 31

30 mi · 36 min · US 31
5

Turn right onto East 226th Street

270 ft · 10 sec · East 226th Street
6

Turn left

320 ft · 50 sec
7

Continue on this road

320 ft · 25 sec · this road
8

Turn right onto East 226th Street

270 ft · 9 sec · East 226th Street
9

Turn right onto US 31

8.0 mi · 10 min · US 31
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Exit 129B Toward Keystone Parkway, Rangeline Road, Clay Terrace Boulevard Use the slight right lane.
11

Keep slight left at fork onto Keystone Parkway

5.2 mi · 7 min · Keystone Parkway
Toward Keystone Parkway Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Enter roundabout

137 ft · 7 sec
Toward I 465: South Keystone Avenue
13

Continue

0.3 mi · 32 sec
Toward I 465: South Keystone Avenue
14

Keep slight left at fork

430 ft · 10 sec
Toward I 465 East: Keystone Avenue South
15

Keep slight right at fork

0.8 mi · 2 min
Toward I 465 East Use the slight left / right lanes.
16

Merge onto I 465

4.0 mi · 4 min · I 465
17

Merge onto I 69; I 465

11 mi · 12 min · I 69; I 465
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Continue on I 69; I 74; I 465

2.3 mi · 2 min · I 69; I 74; I 465
19

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Exit 52 Toward Emerson Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
21

Turn straight onto South Emerson Avenue

2.6 mi · 4 min · South Emerson Avenue
Use the straight lane.
22

Turn right onto East Southport Road

0.5 mi · 52 sec · East Southport Road
23

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 43 sec
24

Merge onto I 65

87 mi · 1 hr 33 min · I 65
25

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Exit 16 Toward Memphis Road
26

Turn left onto Memphis-Blue Lick Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Memphis-Blue Lick Road
27

Turn right onto US 31

2.9 mi · 4 min · US 31
28

Turn right onto Perry Crossing Road

2.7 mi · 6 min · Perry Crossing Road
29

At end of road, turn right onto SR 60

0.2 mi · 25 sec · State Road 60
30

Turn left onto State Road 111

1.8 mi · 3 min · State Road 111
31

Arrive at destination

Grant Line Road

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour and 36-minute duration for this 174.4-mile drive, starting your trip in the morning allows ample time to reach Saint Joseph without feeling rushed. With only one stop suggested and a significant portion on interstates, you can choose to make a single fuel and rest break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 87 miles on I-65, to ensure you have enough to reach your destination comfortably. The modest $27 fuel cost means you won't need to budget heavily for gas.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 87.2 miles from Walton, IN, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 87 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 38 miles or 50m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 87.2 miles or 1h 55m 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 55m

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 Walton, 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 Walton, IN

This is one driving day of about 174.4 miles and 3h 36m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Walton, 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 I 65 for about 87 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 87.2 mi from Walton, IN · 1h 55m into the drive

city in Marion County, Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lawrence, IN

87 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

Noblesville, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Greenwood, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 87.2 miles from Walton, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 87 miles.

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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Goodfella's Pizza

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Henryville, Indiana

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 161.9

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18122943343

Visit website

El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant Beech Grove

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Beech Grove, IN

0.9 mi

Mela Indian Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Indianapolis, Indiana

0.9 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Coffee Crossing

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Sellersburg, Indiana

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 174.4

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+18129138177

Visit website

Goodfella's Pizza

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 161.9

Henryville, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18122943343

Visit website

El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant Beech Grove

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 74.7

Beech Grove, IN

Hours: 10:30 am–10 pm

+13177552370

Visit website

Mela Indian Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 74.7

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+13178692400

Visit website

Kona Grill - Carmel

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 49.8

Carmel, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+13175661400

Visit website

La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 62.3

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13175772689

Visit website

Golden’s Fish & Chicken LLC

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 62.3

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 10:30 am–11 pm

+13174368186

Visit website

Grindstone on the Monon

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 49.8

Westfield, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13177631100

Visit website

Le Fernández Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately mile 112.1

Columbus, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+18129005551

Visit website

Coffee Crossing

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 174.4

Sellersburg, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+18129138177

Visit website

Coffee Crossing

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 174.4

New Albany, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm

+18129812633

Visit website

Starlight Coffee Co. & Roastery

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 174.4

Sellersburg, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+18127487000

Visit website

Coffee Crossing

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 174.4

New Albany, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm

+18125576899

Visit website

Capstone Cafe & Bookstore

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 49.8

Carmel, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13175669132

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 12.5

Kokomo, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 12.5

Kokomo, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 24.9

Kokomo, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$27.27 one way

$54.53 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 61 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $29.94 $59.87
premium $4.89 $33.56 $67.12
diesel $5.61 $38.51 $77.01

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$27

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$52–$77

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 61 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 52.3 0 $18.31 $8.37
Efficient EV 43.6 0 $15.26 $6.98
EV Truck/SUV 69.8 0 $24.42 $11.16

Gas CO2

61 kg

EV CO2

20 kg (67% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Walton, IN

Night in Walton on Friday

Local time

9:02 PM

EDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Saint Joseph, IN

Night in Saint Joseph on Friday

Local time

9:02 PM

EDT

Current temp

42°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

73°F

Lawrence, IN

87 mi in

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

11 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

3h 36m 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 Walton, IN to Saint Joseph, IN covers 174.4 miles and takes about 3h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 65, US 31, I 69. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 87.2 miles from Walton, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.27 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

This is a demanding drive. With 27 significant decision points across 174.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

The main spots that need attention: at 50.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.1 miles (Keystone Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 56.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Walton, IN to Saint Joseph, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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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