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Trip from Saint John, IN to Cicero, IN

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 39m

Distance

189.2 mi

304 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

Fair

4 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min
4 AM
3h 27m ★
6 AM
3h 39m
8 AM
4h 4m
10 AM
3h 48m
12 PM
3h 45m
3 PM
3h 49m
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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town in Lake County, Indiana, United States

Saint John, IN

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town in Indiana, United States

Cicero, IN

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Trip Overview

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 .

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

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 37 Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
8

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37

3.4 mi · 4 min · IN-37
Exit 205 Toward SR 37 North: 116th Street Use 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.

person who operates a mill

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Miller, IN

95 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

Graham, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ellettsville, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 94.6 miles from Saint John, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 172.1 miles.

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

Cafe Patachou Nickel Plate

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Fishers, Indiana

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 175.7

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+13178637530

Visit website

Sahm's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fishers, Indiana

1.5 mi

Cafe Korea

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fishers, Indiana

1.6 mi

McDonald's

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 175.7

Fishers, Indiana

Hours: 5 am–1 pm

+13178420013

Visit website

Cafe Patachou Nickel Plate

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 175.7

Fishers, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+13178637530

Visit website

Sahm's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 175.7

Fishers, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13178421577

Visit website

Cafe Korea

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 175.7

Fishers, Indiana

Hours: 5–9:30 pm

+13175781987

Visit website

Village Inn Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 108.1

Bloomington, IN

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18128762121

Visit website

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 162.1

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+13178971042

Visit website

China Star Buffet

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 108.1

Bloomington, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18128765778

Visit website

Cloverleaf Family Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 108.1

Bloomington, Indiana

Hours: 5 am–3 pm

+18123341077

Visit website

Capstone Cafe & Bookstore

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 175.7

Carmel, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13175669132

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 108.1

Bloomington, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 108.1

Bloomington, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVBOLT Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 108.1

Bloomington, Indiana

+18665212658

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 108.1

Bloomington, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

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 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

$29.58 one way

$59.16 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 66 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $32.48 $64.95
premium $4.89 $36.41 $72.82
diesel $5.61 $41.77 $83.55

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$30

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

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, 2026-04-13.

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 Apr 12, 2026

Origin

Saint John, IN

Night in Saint John on Saturday

Local time

11:46 PM

CDT

Current temp

85°F

Partly Sunny

SSW 8 to 16 mph 6% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:09PM EDT until April 13 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:09PM EDT until April 14 at 12:30AM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN

Destination

Cicero, IN

Late night in Cicero on Sunday

Local time

12:46 AM

EDT

Current temp

81°F

Mostly Cloudy

SW 20 mph 7% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:09PM EDT until April 13 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:09PM EDT until April 14 at 12:30AM EDT by NWS Indianapolis 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

4 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

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.

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 Effort 6/10

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.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

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.

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.

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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

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.

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.

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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