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Trip from Kentland, IN to Saint Joseph, IN

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 8m

Distance

211.2 mi

340 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$33

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 56m ★
6 AM
4h 9m
8 AM
4h 35m
10 AM
4h 18m
12 PM
4h 15m
3 PM
4h 19m
5 PM
4h 34m
8 PM
4h 1m

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

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Downtown Kentland, IN, IN

Kentland, IN

Mike Bird

Christian saint; husband of Mary and father of Jesus

Saint Joseph, IN

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Trip Overview

This 211.9-mile drive from Kentland, Indiana, to Saint Joseph, Indiana, will take approximately 3 hours and 29 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $32, it's an economical option for a single-day trip. The route primarily utilizes Highway 231 and Memphis Road, with a brief stint on I-70 East, making for a turn-heavy local experience. Given its manageable duration, this drive is well-suited for a day trip, allowing you to explore both your starting and ending points in the Midwest without needing an overnight stay. You'll spend most of your time within Indiana on this straightforward journey.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

105.6 miles from Kentland, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 5m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 65 185.1 mi 3h 25m
US 24 15.7 mi 23m
US 31 2.9 mi 4m
Perry Crossing Road 2.7 mi 6m
State Road 111 1.8 mi 3m
US Highway 231 1.3 mi 2m
Memphis-Blue Lick Road 0.7 mi 1m
State Road 60 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 65 — 185.1 mi, about 3h 25m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on North 3rd Street

0.2 mi · 41 sec · North 3rd Street
2

Turn left onto US 24; US 52

6.8 mi · 9 min · US 24; US 52
3

Continue on US 24; SR 55

8.9 mi · 13 min · US 24; SR 55
4

Continue on US 24; US 231

1.3 mi · 2 min · US Highway 231
5

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 47 sec
6

Merge onto I 65

72 mi · 1 hr 17 min · I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight left at fork onto I 65

17 mi · 22 min · I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Continue on I 65

1.9 mi · 2 min · I 65
Exit 112A Toward I 70 East: Dayton
9

Keep slight left at fork onto I 65

94 mi · 1 hr 43 min · I 65
Use the slight left lane.
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Exit 16 Toward Memphis Road
11

Turn left onto Memphis-Blue Lick Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Memphis-Blue Lick Road
12

Turn right onto US 31

2.9 mi · 4 min · US 31
13

Turn right onto Perry Crossing Road

2.7 mi · 6 min · Perry Crossing Road
14

At end of road, turn right onto SR 60

0.2 mi · 25 sec · State Road 60
15

Turn left onto State Road 111

1.8 mi · 3 min · State Road 111
16

Arrive at destination

Grant Line Road

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour 29-minute duration, starting your journey from Kentland in the morning will give you ample time to reach Saint Joseph and still have daylight for any activities. With only one indicated stop, plan for a break around the halfway point or when you feel the need. The estimated fuel cost of $32 is quite reasonable, so ensure your tank is full before departing to avoid any last-minute searches for gas stations. Pay attention to the numerous turns indicated by the 'turn-heavy' profile of this route; staying alert to navigation will be key to a smooth 211.9-mile trip.

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 105.6 miles from Kentland, IN, or about 2h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 185.1 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 46 miles or 57m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 105.6 miles or 2h 5m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 20m

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 Kentland, 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 Kentland, IN

This is one driving day of about 211.2 miles and 4h 8m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Kentland, 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 185.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Indianapolis, IN

106 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

Lafayette, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Indianapolis, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 105.6 miles from Kentland, 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 185.1 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · around the midpoint

Petra Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Indianapolis, Indiana

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset · 2h 5m in / 2h 4m to go 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+13176023535

Visit website

Downtown Lounge and Trattoria

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kentland, Indiana

0.1 mi

Namaste Biryani Indian Restaurant (Takeout/Delivery)

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Indianapolis, Indiana

0.1 mi

Best coffee break · around the midpoint

Good Vibes Cafe Indy

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Indianapolis, Indiana

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset · 2h 5m in / 2h 4m to go 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 8:30 am–7 pm

+14632022117

Visit website

Georgia Street Grind

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Indianapolis, Indiana

1.3 mi

Coffee Crossing

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Sellersburg, Indiana

2.4 mi

Petra Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+13176023535

Visit website

Downtown Lounge and Trattoria

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Kentland, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12194017003

Visit website

Namaste Biryani Indian Restaurant (Takeout/Delivery)

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–3 pm

+13176696848

Visit website

Si Señor Authentic Mexican Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Kentland, Indiana

Hours: 10 am–8:30 pm

+12194743398

Good Table Family Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Kentland, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+12194743245

Visit website

The Country Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Lafayette, Indiana

Hours: 5:30 am–2 pm

+17654481557

Visit website

The Capital Grille

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour Very expen

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm

+13174238790

Visit website

Five Guys

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+13173533422

Visit website

Good Vibes Cafe Indy

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 8:30 am–7 pm

+14632022117

Visit website

Georgia Street Grind

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+13173719949

Visit website

Coffee Crossing

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Sellersburg, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+18129138177

Visit website

North End Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Lafayette, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+17654771873

Visit website

Jump Start Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Lafayette, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+17654763454

Visit website

Wanderlust Coffee Roasters

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10

Lafayette, Indiana

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

Visit website

Coffee Crossing

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10

New Albany, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm

+18129812633

Visit website

Starlight Coffee Co. & Roastery

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10

Sellersburg, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+18127487000

Visit website

Indy with Kids

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour

Indianapolis, IN

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13174555289

Visit website

Reed’s Place: Steak and Chop Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

Final third 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $20 to $30

Seymour, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18122711298

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 17.5 and 209.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
17.5 mi into trip | ~27m in | I 65

Merge onto I 65

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
89.2 mi into trip | ~1h 44m in | I 65

Keep slight left at fork onto I 65

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
108.2 mi into trip | ~2h 9m in | I 65

Keep slight left at fork onto I 65

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane.
5
202.6 mi into trip | ~3h 53m in

Take the exit toward Memphis Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 16 Toward Memphis Road
5
209.2 mi into trip | ~4h 5m in | SR 60 / State Road 60

At end of road, turn right onto SR 60 / State Road 60

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$33.02 one way

$66.04 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 74 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $36.25 $72.51
premium $4.89 $40.64 $81.29
diesel $5.61 $46.63 $93.26

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$33

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$58–$83

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 73.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 63.4 0 $22.18 $10.14
Efficient EV 52.8 0 $18.48 $8.45
EV Truck/SUV 84.5 1 $29.57 $13.52

Gas CO2

74 kg

EV CO2

25 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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Kentland, IN

Late night in Kentland on Tuesday

Local time

4:44 AM

CDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Saint Joseph, IN

Late night in Saint Joseph on Tuesday

Local time

5:44 AM

EDT

Current temp

50°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

1 hour later

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

1 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

4h 8m on the road

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

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with a 0% highway share. The journey unfolds primarily on Highway 231 and Memphis Road, interspersed with a segment of I-70 East. While there isn't a defined longest uninterrupted stretch provided, the nature of the roads suggests frequent intersections and changes in direction. This means you'll be navigating more local traffic and potentially experiencing varying speed limits as you transition between different road types. The drive offers a consistent, grounded feel without prolonged periods on high-speed highways.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 185.1 mi on I 65.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and US 24. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 17.5 miles in near I 65.

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 211.2 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 17.5 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 89.2 miles (I 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 108.2 miles (I 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 8m. Total distance: 211.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 185.1 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: at 17.5 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 89.2 miles (I 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 108.2 miles (I 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Saint Joseph, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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