If you are planning a trip from Saint John to Cicero, you are looking at a 189.2-mile trek across Indiana that typically takes about 3 hours and 39 minutes. This route is designed for efficiency, relying heavily on I-69, IN-37, and Cicero Road to get you to your destination. Because the travel time is under four hours, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $29 on fuel for the journey. It is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that keeps you within the Midwest, making it a reliable option for those who prefer predictability over winding backroads.
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
94.6 miles from Saint John, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 48m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 69
172.1 mi
3h 10m
IN-37
7.4 mi
10m
Cicero Road
2.9 mi
4m
South Peru Street
2.5 mi
3m
New Harmony Road
1.4 mi
3m
East Conner Street
1.3 mi
2m
St John Road
1.1 mi
4m
East Boonville New Harmony Road
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 172.1 mi, about 3h 10m
Traffic on I-465
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 40 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~4,704 veh/hr typical
Quietest
1 AM
~471 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
10×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 47 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint John, IN and Cicero, IN.
1
Start on St John Road
1.1 mi·4 min·St John Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto New Harmony Road
1.4 mi·3 min·New Harmony Road
3
Continue on East Boonville New Harmony Road
0.1 mi·21 sec·East Boonville New Harmony Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·37 sec
5
Merge onto I 69
156 mi·2 hr 50 min·I 69
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on I 69; I 465
12 mi·13 min·I 69; I 465
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
4.2 mi·5 min·I 69
Exit 37Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
8
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37
3.4 mi·4 min·IN-37
Exit 205Toward SR 37 North: 116th StreetUse the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto SR 37
0.6 mi·56 sec·IN-37
10
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 37
3.4 mi·4 min·IN-37
11
Turn left onto SR 32; SR 38
1.3 mi·2 min·East Conner Street
12
Turn right onto SR 19
2.9 mi·4 min·Cicero Road
13
Continue on SR 19
2.5 mi·3 min·South Peru Street
14
Turn right onto East Brinton Street
35 ft·1 sec·East Brinton Street
15
Arrive at destination
East Brinton Street
Trip Plan
For a smooth experience, plan for at least one stop during your 189.2-mile journey to keep your focus sharp. Since you are spending nearly the entire drive on major arteries, try to avoid departing during peak rush hours to ensure you maintain your projected 3-hour and 39-minute travel time. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the longest 172.1-mile stretch of I-69, as services can be spaced out. Given the relatively short duration, you have the flexibility to depart mid-morning and still arrive in Cicero with plenty of daylight left. Staying aware of changing speed limits as you move from the interstate to the local roads will help you navigate the final miles of your trip safely.
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 94.6 miles from Saint John, IN, or about 1h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 172.1 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 42 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 94.6 miles or 1h 48m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cicero, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Saint John, 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 Saint John, IN
This is one driving day of about 189.2 miles and 3h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Saint John, 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 69 for about 172.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
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 1.1 and 175 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.1 mi into trip|~4m in|New Harmony Road
At end of road, turn left onto New Harmony Road
Navigation decision point
4
2.6 mi into trip|~7m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
2.9 mi into trip|~8m in|I 69
Merge onto I 69
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
170.8 mi into trip|~3h 12m in|I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 37
Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
8
175 mi into trip|~3h 18m in|SR 37 / IN-37
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37 / IN-37 toward SR 37 North: 116th Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 205
Toward SR 37 North: 116th Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.46 one way
$62.91 round trip
$4.22/gal25.4 MPG avg66 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.60
$34.26
$68.53
premium
$5.18
$38.61
$77.21
diesel
$5.35
$39.85
$79.70
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
56.8
0
$19.87
$9.08
Efficient EV
47.3
0
$16.56
$7.57
EV Truck/SUV
75.7
0
$26.49
$12.11
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 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 Jun 1, 2026
Origin
Saint John, IN
Afternoon
in Saint John on Wednesday
Local time
4:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Partly Cloudy
0 mph8% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued May 31 at 9:10PM EDT until June 2 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued May 31 at 9:10PM EDT until June 3 at 12:48PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
Destination
Cicero, IN
Evening
in Cicero on Wednesday
Local time
5:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
E 0 to 6 mph11% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued May 31 at 9:10PM EDT until June 2 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued May 31 at 9:10PM EDT until June 3 at 12:48PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
68°F
Monrovia, IN
95 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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
13 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
3h 39m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
George Rogers Clark National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The British flag would not be raised above Fort Sackville Feb. 25, 1779. At 10 A.M., the garrison surrendered to American Colonel George Rogers Clark. His American army, aided by French residents of t...
20 mi from route
~51 min detour
Free
near mile 39.1
Abraham Lincoln grew from youth to manhood on this southern Indiana soil. Many character and moral traits of one of the world's most respected leaders was formed and nurtured here. Explore Lincoln's b...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a high-speed experience, as 95% of this journey is spent on highways. The bulk of your time behind the wheel will be spent on a 172.1-mile stretch along I-69, which accounts for the vast majority of the drive's personality. While the interstate portion is consistent and efficient, the character of the road shifts slightly as you transition onto IN-37 and eventually Cicero Road. This transition marks the move from heavy-traffic transit to the final approach of your destination. You will find that this route prioritizes speed and directness, offering a streamlined path across the state rather than a leisurely, scenic cruise.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 172.1 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and IN-37. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near New Harmony Road.
Driving Effort6/10
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 189.2 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 1.1 miles (New Harmony Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 39m. Total distance: 189.2 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 (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 172.1 miles on I 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 4 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.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Cicero, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 4 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (New Harmony Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
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 Cicero, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
