Origin
Saint John, IN
Morning in Saint John on Sunday
Local time
7:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Saint John, IN to Connersville, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 12m
Distance
199.5 mi
321 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 59m
★
6 AM
4h 13m
8 AM
4h 39m
10 AM
4h 22m
12 PM
4h 19m
3 PM
4h 23m
5 PM
4h 38m
8 PM
4h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint John, IN
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Connersville, IN
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Trip Overview
Saint John, IN to Connersville, IN is 199.5 miles and takes about 4h 12m via I 69, with a fuel budget near $31 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused trip through the Midwest, staying within Indiana for its entirety. With a drive time under five hours, it's an ideal candidate for a single-day journey, allowing for a relaxed pace and minimal disruption to your schedule. You'll primarily be on interstate highways, making for efficient travel between these two points.
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
99.7 miles from Saint John, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 53m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 123.9 mi | 2h 13m |
| East Broadway Street | 19.2 mi | 28m |
| State Road 44 | 18.5 mi | 28m |
| State Street | 16.3 mi | 24m |
| SR 44 | 9.6 mi | 14m |
| East King Street | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| West Jefferson Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| New Harmony Road | 1.4 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 123.9 mi, about 2h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint John, IN and Connersville, 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
124 mi
·
2 hr 13 min
·
I 69
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 140
Toward SR 44, SR 252
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn slight right onto SR 252
26 ft
·
0 sec
·
SR 252
8
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 252
116 ft
·
1 sec
·
SR 252
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 69 North, SR 44 East: Indianapolis
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Toward SR 44 East
11
Turn right onto SR 44
18 mi
·
28 min
·
State Road 44
12
Enter roundabout onto West Jefferson Street
16 ft
·
0 sec
·
West Jefferson Street
13
Continue on West Jefferson Street
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
West Jefferson Street
14
Turn left onto North Forsythe Street
491 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Forsythe Street
15
Turn right onto East King Street
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
East King Street
16
Enter roundabout onto East King Street
134 ft
·
2 sec
·
East King Street
17
Continue on East King Street
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
East King Street
18
Continue on SR 44
9.6 mi
·
14 min
·
SR 44
19
Turn left onto SR 44
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
South Miller Avenue
20
Turn right onto SR 44
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Colescott Street
21
At end of road, turn left onto SR 9; SR 44
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
South Harrison Street
22
Turn right onto SR 44
19 mi
·
28 min
·
East Broadway Street
23
Turn left onto SR 44 Truck
226 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Perkins Street
24
Turn right onto SR 44
16 mi
·
24 min
·
State Street
25
Turn left onto North Grand Avenue
419 ft
·
20 sec
·
North Grand Avenue
26
Turn right onto West 4th Street
86 ft
·
9 sec
·
West 4th Street
27
Turn left onto Market Street
118 ft
·
5 sec
·
Market Street
28
Arrive at destination
Market Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 12m duration, starting your drive from Saint John in the morning is recommended to maximize daylight and arrive in Connersville with ample time. With only one recommended stop and a manageable fuel cost of around $31, you won't need extensive planning. The longest stretch on I 69 is over 120 miles, so ensure you have sufficient fuel before embarking on that segment. This trip is easily completed in a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time.
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 99.7 miles from Saint John, IN, or about 1h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 123.9 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 44 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99.7 miles or 1h 53m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Connersville, 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.
+
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 199.5 miles and 4h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 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 123.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
100 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 99.7 miles from Saint John, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 123.9 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 215 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 127.2 — 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
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.
8
126.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 22m in
Take the exit toward SR 44, SR 252
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 140
Toward SR 44, SR 252
5
127.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 23m in
|
SR 252
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 252
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
127.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 23m in
Take the ramp toward I 69 North, SR 44 East: Indianapolis
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 69 North, SR 44 East: Indianapolis
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.19 one way
$62.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
70 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $34.24 | $68.49 |
| premium | $4.89 | $38.39 | $76.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $44.05 | $88.09 |
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: 69.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59.8 | 0 | $20.95 | $9.58 |
| Efficient EV | 49.9 | 0 | $17.46 | $7.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 79.8 | 0 | $27.93 | $12.77 |
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
23 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.
Destination
Connersville, IN
Morning in Connersville on Sunday
Local time
8:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°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
5 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
4h 12m 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.
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
~49 min detour
Free
near mile 41.3
View on nps.gov
Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial
National Memorial
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...
25 mi from route
~62 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 67% of the journey utilizing major roadways like I 69. You'll experience a significant stretch of 123.9 miles on I 69 without interruption, offering a consistent pace. While the bulk of the drive is on high-speed highways, expect transitions onto local roads like East Broadway Street and State Road 44 as you approach your destination. This mix means you can cover a lot of ground quickly before navigating more localized streets.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 123.9 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and East Broadway Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near New Harmony Road.
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 4h 12m drive. You will face about 21 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (New Harmony Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 126.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 12m. Total distance: 199.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 123.9 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.
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 1.1 miles (New Harmony Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 126.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Connersville, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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