Origin
Saint Joseph, IN
Morning in Saint Joseph on Sunday
Local time
6:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Joseph, IN to Crothersville, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
41m
Distance
31 mi
50 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint Joseph, IN
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Crothersville, IN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Saint Joseph, IN to Crothersville, IN is 31 miles and takes about 41 minutes via I 65, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a short, highway-focused drive primarily within Indiana, connecting two points in the Midwest. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a quick transit, perhaps to bridge a longer journey or for a local excursion. You'll spend most of your time on the interstate, making it a straightforward trip without many complex turns. Consider this a functional drive designed for efficiency rather than a leisurely exploration.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 20.7 mi | 22m |
| US 31 | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Perry Crossing Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| State Road 111 | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Memphis-Blue Lick Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| State Road 60 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Grant Line Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Armstrong Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 20.7 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Joseph, IN and Crothersville, IN.
1
Start on Grant Line Road
233 ft
·
4 sec
·
Grant Line Road
2
Continue on State Road 111
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
State Road 111
3
Turn right onto SR 60
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
State Road 60
4
Turn left onto Perry Crossing Road
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Perry Crossing Road
5
Turn left onto US 31
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
US 31
6
Turn left onto Memphis-Blue Lick Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Memphis-Blue Lick Road
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
8
Merge onto I 65
21 mi
·
22 min
·
I 65
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 36
Toward US 31: Austin, Crothersville
10
Turn right onto US 31
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 31
11
Arrive at destination
US 31
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 29.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
SR 60 / State Road 60
Turn right onto SR 60 / State Road 60
Navigation decision point
4
2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Perry Crossing Road
Turn left onto Perry Crossing Road
Navigation decision point
3
4.7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 31
Turn left onto US 31
Navigation decision point
6
29.1 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward US 31: Austin, Crothersville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 36
Toward US 31: Austin, Crothersville
4
29.4 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
US 31
Turn right onto US 31
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.85 one way
$9.69 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.32 | $10.64 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.97 | $11.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.84 | $13.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.25 | $1.49 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.71 | $1.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.34 | $1.98 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Crothersville, IN
Morning in Crothersville on Sunday
Local time
6:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
W 6 to 10 mph
84% chance
Live forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 18 at 4:46AM CDT until April 23 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 18 at 4:46AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
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
28 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
41m 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?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 81% of it utilizing major highways like I 65 and US 31. You'll experience a significant stretch of 20.7 miles on I 65, offering a consistent, high-speed experience for a good portion of the journey. The presence of Perry Crossing Road indicates a brief transition onto local roads, but the overall character remains that of efficient interstate travel. Expect a drive that prioritizes getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss and maximum speed.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20.7 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and US 31. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near SR 60 / State Road 60.
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 41m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (SR 60 / State Road 60): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (Perry Crossing Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.7 miles (US 31): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 41m. Total distance: 31 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 20.7 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (SR 60 / State Road 60): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (Perry Crossing Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.7 miles (US 31): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Crothersville, IN before heading back.
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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