Road Trips from Saint John, IN
Saint John, IN, IN is a solid launchpad for a variety of day trips. You've got options ranging from quick, under-an-hour drives to longer hauls for a full day's exploration. Many of these routes connect you to parks, with several options featuring the George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial. The mostly flat terrain across these routes means you can focus on the destination rather than the drive itself.
Total Routes
21
Shortest
0.8h
With Parks Nearby
18
Under 2 hours
Full-day getaway
10 total in this range
Crawfordsville, IN
3h 42m167.9 mi one way
For a longer day trip, this 3.7-hour, 167.9-mile drive offers a higher drive score of 9. It primarily uses highways, making it efficient for covering distance. You'll have access to both George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial along the way.
Needham, IN
3h 8m155.3 mi one way
Cicero, IN
3h 39m189.2 mi one way
This route covers 189.2 miles in 3.7 hours, featuring a drive score of 8. It’s mostly highway, similar to other longer options. Like several other destinations, it provides access to George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial.
New Whiteland, IN
2h 53m149.4 mi one way
McCordsville, IN
3h 24m175.3 mi one way
This trip is 175.3 miles and takes about 3.4 hours, with a drive score of 8. The profile is mostly highway, efficient for reaching your destination. You can visit George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial on this route.
Weekend trip
10 total in this range
Nappanee, IN
6h301.5 mi one way
Tippecanoe, IN
5h 24m270.9 mi one way
If you're looking for the longest drive within this list, consider this 5.4-hour, 270.9-mile trip. It boasts the highest drive score at 10 and is mostly highway. You'll pass by George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial.
Peru, IN
4h 39m236.4 mi one way
Decatur, IN
5h 19m277.5 mi one way
Hammond, IN
5h 47m261.3 mi one way
This 5.8-hour, 261.3-mile drive scores an 8 and is mostly highway. It's a longer option that includes access to Indiana Dunes National Park, in addition to George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial.
Browse by Mood
Nappanee, IN
6h301.5 mi one way
Tippecanoe, IN
5h 24m270.9 mi one way
Peru, IN
4h 39m236.4 mi one way
Crawfordsville, IN
3h 42m167.9 mi one way
Peru, IN
4h 39m236.4 mi one way
Crawfordsville, IN
3h 42m167.9 mi one way
Cicero, IN
3h 39m189.2 mi one way
Hammond, IN
5h 47m261.3 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
With mostly flat terrain and parks accessible on many routes, spring offers mild conditions for exploring historical sites and natural areas.
Summer
The mostly flat terrain and availability of parks make summer ideal for longer drives to explore national memorials and parks.
Fall
Flat terrain and accessible parks mean fall drives offer pleasant conditions for visiting historical sites before winter.
Winter
While parks are available, winter driving conditions on these mostly highway routes might be more challenging for exploring.
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