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Trip from Richmond, IN to Mishawaka, 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

3h 39m

Distance

167.2 mi

269 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$26

one way

EV Charging

Good

6 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 27m ★
6 AM
3h 40m
8 AM
4h 5m
10 AM
3h 48m
12 PM
3h 46m
3 PM
3h 50m
5 PM
4h 3m
8 PM
3h 32m

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

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city in Indiana, United States

Richmond, IN

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city in St. Joseph County, Indiana, United States

Mishawaka, IN

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Trip Overview

This 194.5-mile journey from Richmond, Indiana, to Mishawaka, Indiana, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 35 minutes of driving time. With a fuel cost estimated at $30, this route is an economical option for a quick trip within the Midwest. You'll be navigating primarily on local roads, indicated by a 0% highway share, making it a more engaged driving experience. The profile suggests a 'turn-heavy local drive,' so be prepared for frequent directional changes. This is a straightforward, manageable drive that's perfect for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.

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

83.6 miles from Richmond, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 36m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 33 46.7 mi 1h 7m
South Main Street 43.1 mi 49m
South Church Avenue 28.4 mi 32m
Chester Boulevard 8.1 mi 9m
Cross Street 6 mi 6m
US 6 5.8 mi 8m
Lafayette Street 5.6 mi 7m
East Mishawaka Road 5.2 mi 9m
Longest stretch: US 33 — 46.7 mi, about 1h 7m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Richmond, IN and Mishawaka, IN.

1

Start on East Main Street

29 ft · 2 sec · East Main Street
2

Turn right onto US 27; SR 227

0.3 mi · 44 sec · North 9th Street
3

Continue on US 27; SR 227

8.1 mi · 9 min · Chester Boulevard
4

Continue on US 27

0.7 mi · 53 sec · Chester Blvd
5

Continue on US 27

6.0 mi · 6 min · Cross Street
6

Continue on US 27

43 mi · 49 min · South Main Street
7

Continue on US 27

28 mi · 32 min · South Church Avenue
8

Continue on US 27

4.7 mi · 5 min · Lafayette Street
9

Keep slight right at fork onto US 27

0.9 mi · 1 min · Lafayette Street
10

Continue on US 27

1.1 mi · 2 min · Spy Run Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
11

Continue on US 27

0.4 mi · 27 sec · North Clinton Street
Use the straight lane.
12

Turn straight onto US 27

1.1 mi · 1 min · Lima Road
Toward US 27 North
13

Turn left onto SR 930

1.6 mi · 2 min · West Coliseum Boulevard
Use the left lane.
14

Take the exit onto SR 930

0.2 mi · 23 sec · SR 930
Toward SR 930 West
15

Merge onto SR 930

0.3 mi · 21 sec · Goshen Road
16

Continue on US 33

0.5 mi · 39 sec · US 33
17

Take the exit onto US 33

27 mi · 35 min · US 33
Use the slight right lane.
18

Continue on US 33

5.1 mi · 8 min · Lincolnway South
19

Turn left onto US 6; US 33

5.8 mi · 8 min · US 6; US 33
20

Turn right onto US 33; SR 13

19 mi · 32 min · US 33; SR 13
Use the straight / right lanes.
21

Turn left onto CR 20

0.1 mi · 14 sec · County Road 20
22

Continue on East Mishawaka Road

0.2 mi · 22 sec · East Mishawaka Road
23

Continue on CR 20

1.1 mi · 1 min · County Road 20
24

Continue on CR 20

5.0 mi · 8 min · East Mishawaka Road
25

Continue on CR 20

1.0 mi · 1 min · County Road 20
26

Turn right onto Ash Road;West County Line Road

0.1 mi · 18 sec · Ash Road;West County Line Road
27

Turn left onto SR 933

0.6 mi · 50 sec · Lincolnway East
28

Continue on SR 933

1.1 mi · 1 min · Lincoln Way West
29

Continue on SR 933

0.4 mi · 31 sec · Lincolnway West
30

Continue on SR 933

3.1 mi · 4 min · Lincoln Way East
31

Arrive at destination

SR 933

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour and 35-minute estimated drive time, this 194.5-mile trip is easily completed in one day. Aim to depart Richmond, IN, in the morning to maximize your time at your destination in Mishawaka, IN. With a fuel cost of around $30, you won't need to worry about frequent, expensive refueling stops. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests planning for one stop midway to stretch your legs and grab a snack, as you'll be making more frequent adjustments than on a highway. Pay close attention to your navigation, especially through town centers, to ensure you stay on track for this route.

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 83.6 miles from Richmond, IN, or about 1h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.7 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 37 miles or 43m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 83.6 miles or 1h 36m 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 48m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mishawaka, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Richmond, 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 Richmond, IN

This is one driving day of about 167.2 miles and 3h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Richmond, 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 US 33 for about 46.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Fort Wayne, IN

84 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

Noble, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fort Wayne, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 83.6 miles from Richmond, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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

Indiana Pancake House

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Decatur, Indiana

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset · 1h 34m in / 2h 6m to go 0.2 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+12607247181

Visit website

El Camino Real

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Decatur, Indiana

0.3 mi

The Galley

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Decatur, Indiana

0.4 mi

Best coffee break · around the midpoint

Black Forest Cat Café

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset · 2h 6m in / 1h 34m to go 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 9:30 am–6 pm

+12604982988

Visit website

The Java Bean Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Decatur, Indiana

0.9 mi

Sorinna's Bakery

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Decatur, Indiana

1 mi

Indiana Pancake House

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.2 mi from route $10 to $20

Decatur, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+12607247181

Visit website

El Camino Real

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Decatur, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12607284008

Visit website

The Galley

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

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

Decatur, Indiana

Hours: 10:30 am–8 pm

+12607248181

Visit website

Spare Time Lanes

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Early stretch 0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Berne, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12605892927

Visit website

El Carreton

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Early stretch 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Berne, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12605892146

Visit website

Pizza Hut

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour Inexpensiv

Decatur, Indiana

Hours: 10:30 am–12 pm

+12607248130

Visit website

Wings Etc.

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Decatur, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+12607289464

Visit website

East of Chicago Pizza

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Early stretch 0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Berne, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12605898891

Visit website

Black Forest Cat Café

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 9:30 am–6 pm

+12604982988

Visit website

The Java Bean Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Decatur, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–4 pm

+12607284000

Visit website

Sorinna's Bakery

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 1 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Decatur, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+12603073365

Visit website

Grounded Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Ligonier, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–7 pm

+12602210381

Visit website

D-Town Energy

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

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

Decatur, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+12603018116

DeeZertz

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Berne, Indiana

Hours: 1:30–4:30 pm

+12608492500

A Divine Encounter Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+12604832233

Visit website

Firefly Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+12603730505

Visit website

InCharge Energy Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Fort Wayne, Indiana

+18333994638

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

Halfway reset 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

Halfway reset 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

Halfway reset 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

Halfway reset 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

Halfway reset 4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

2.3 mi from route

Riverview Bar & Restaurant

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

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

Decatur, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12607243500

Generations Adventureplex

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Mishawaka, Indiana

Hours: 3–9 pm

+15748551095

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 0 and 135.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 27; SR 227 / North 9th Street

Turn right onto US 27; SR 227 / North 9th Street

Navigation decision point

4
91.4 mi into trip | ~1h 45m in | US 27 / Lafayette Street

Keep slight right at fork onto US 27 / Lafayette Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

4
94.9 mi into trip | ~1h 51m in | SR 930 / West Coliseum Boulevard

Turn left onto SR 930 / West Coliseum Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
97.5 mi into trip | ~1h 54m in | US 33

Take the exit onto US 33

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

Use the slight right lane.
6
135.8 mi into trip | ~2h 46m in | US 33; SR 13

Turn right onto US 33; SR 13

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$26.14 one way

$52.28 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 59 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $28.70 $57.40
premium $4.89 $32.18 $64.35
diesel $5.61 $36.92 $73.83

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$26

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$51–$76

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 58.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 50.2 0 $17.56 $8.03
Efficient EV 41.8 0 $14.63 $6.69
EV Truck/SUV 66.9 0 $23.41 $10.70

Gas CO2

59 kg

EV CO2

20 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

Richmond, IN

Late night in Richmond on Tuesday

Local time

4:12 AM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Mishawaka, IN

Late night in Mishawaka on Tuesday

Local time

4:12 AM

EDT

Current temp

65°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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

3 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 39m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 194.5-mile trip, as evidenced by its 0% highway share. This means you'll be navigating through towns and local thoroughfares for the entire duration, rather than cruising on interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not specified, but the 'turn-heavy' nature implies you'll be making frequent adjustments. This type of driving requires constant attention and can feel more immersive than highway travel, offering a closer look at the communities you pass through. The drive progresses through Indiana's local road network, offering a consistent local feel from start to finish.

31% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 46.7 mi on US 33.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 27; SR 227 / North 9th Street.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 3h 39m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 27; SR 227 / North 9th Street): Navigation decision point; at 91.4 miles (US 27 / Lafayette Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 94.9 miles (SR 930 / West Coliseum Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Starting in Richmond, IN

Full guide →

Founded 1806

Richmond is a city in Central Indiana. It was founded by Carolina Quakers in 1806. Known as the "cradle of recorded jazz" or formerly as the Rose City for its rose cultivation, it has the honor of having had the first complete high school orchestra in the country and of being the recording center of such greats as Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington, not to mention a major producer of lawnmowers and school buses. It has also been home to some historical intrigues like Jim Jones and The Wright Brothers.

Top landmarks

  • • Madonna of the Trail — series of 12 monuments dedicated to the spirit of pioneer women in the United St...
  • • Starr Historic District — historic district in Richmond, Indiana
  • • Earlham College Observatory — historic observatory in Richmond, Indiana, USA

Arriving in Mishawaka, IN

Full guide →

Mishawaka is in Northern Indiana. The town is named after Princess Mishawaka of the Potowatomi tribe. Its adjacent twin city is South Bend, Indiana, which is west of the city. The St. Joseph River runs through downtown where a new riverwalk is still being constructed. Though South Bend has a great deal to offer in terms of tourist attractions, Mishawaka also has quite a few things to see and do. Notre Dame and South Bend are a short drive away if boredom begins to take over. Between South Bend and Mishawaka, Mishawaka has more wealth and business despite a smaller population. AM General has a plant on the south side of town and there are many suburban-style strip malls and outlet malls along north Grape Rd. and Main St.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 39m. Total distance: 167.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (31%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 46.7 miles on US 33. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 3 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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: near the start (US 27; SR 227 / North 9th Street): Navigation decision point; at 91.4 miles (US 27 / Lafayette Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 94.9 miles (SR 930 / West Coliseum Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Mishawaka, 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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