If you are planning a quick jaunt across Indiana, this 80-mile trip from Saint Joseph to Huntingburg is a straightforward affair. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 32 minutes behind the wheel, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via US 231 North, I 64 West, and East 6th Street to reach your destination. Budgeting approximately $11 for fuel should cover your needs for the entire journey. Since the route remains entirely within the Midwest, you can expect a familiar regional atmosphere from start to finish. This drive is efficient enough that you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you have specific plans in Huntingburg.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40 miles from Saint Joseph, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 47m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 64
64.4 mi
1h 10m
US 231
7.2 mi
8m
Grant Line Road
4.4 mi
7m
I 265
3 mi
3m
East 6th Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 64.4 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Joseph, IN and Huntingburg, IN.
1
Start on Grant Line Road
4.4 mi·7 min·Grant Line Road
2
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·48 sec
3
Merge onto I 265; SR 62
2.5 mi·2 min·I 265; SR 62
4
Continue on I 265; SR 62
0.5 mi·54 sec·I 265; SR 62
Toward I 64 West, SR 62 West: Saint Louis
5
Merge onto I 64; US 150; SR 62
1.7 mi·2 min·I 64; US 150; SR 62
6
Continue on I 64; SR 62
63 mi·1 hr 7 min·I 64; SR 62
7
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward US 231 North
8
Merge onto US 231
7.2 mi·8 min·US 231
9
Turn right onto SR 64
120 ft·7 sec·East 6th Street
10
Turn left
20 ft·1 sec
11
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though traveling during daylight hours will help you navigate the frequent turns more easily. With no formal stops scheduled, you should plan to handle your refueling needs before you head out or once you arrive, keeping the $11 fuel estimate in mind. Because this route lacks long highway stretches, your pace will be dictated by local traffic and road conditions rather than speed limits on an interstate. Focus on staying alert through the constant turns, as this is not a route where you can simply set your cruise control and relax. A good rule of thumb is to check your navigation before leaving Saint Joseph, as the reliance on local roads like East 6th Street makes turn-by-turn guidance particularly helpful.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 40 miles from Saint Joseph, IN, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.4 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 18 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40 miles or 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Huntingburg, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Saint Joseph, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Saint Joseph, IN
This is one driving day of about 80 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Saint Joseph, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 64.4 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 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 4.8 and 80 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
4.8 mi into trip|~8m in|I 265; SR 62
Merge onto I 265; SR 62
Merge point - match speed before joining
3
7.7 mi into trip|~12m in|I 64; US 150; SR 62
Merge onto I 64; US 150; SR 62
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
72.2 mi into trip|~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward US 231 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 231 North
3
72.8 mi into trip|~1h 24m in|US 231
Merge onto US 231
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
80 mi into trip|~1h 32m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.51 one way
$25.01 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$13.73
$27.46
premium
$4.89
$15.40
$30.79
diesel
$5.61
$17.66
$35.33
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24
0
$8.40
$3.84
Efficient EV
20
0
$7.00
$3.20
EV Truck/SUV
32
0
$11.20
$5.12
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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 14, 2026
Origin
Saint Joseph, IN
Morning
in Saint Joseph on Sunday
Local time
6:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Huntingburg, IN
Morning
in Huntingburg on Sunday
Local time
6:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Leavenworth, IN
40 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
12 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
1h 32m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 71.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a mindless highway cruise. Because this route has a highway share of 0%, you won't be dealing with monotonous interstate stretches or long periods of cruise control. In fact, there is no significant uninterrupted stretch on I 64 West to speak of, as the path emphasizes local navigation. You will find that the road's personality changes as you maneuver through local intersections and turns throughout the 80-mile trek. It is a technical drive that keeps you engaged with the road, offering a much more hands-on experience than a standard high-speed commute.
93% 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: 64.4 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and US 231. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in near I 265; SR 62.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Saint Joseph, IN to Huntingburg, IN is easy. At 1h 32m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.8 miles (I 265; SR 62): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 7.7 miles (I 64; US 150; SR 62): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 72.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 32m. Total distance: 80 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 64.4 miles on I 64. 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 4.8 miles (I 265; SR 62): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 7.7 miles (I 64; US 150; SR 62): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 72.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes — Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Huntingburg, IN before heading back.
