Origin
Saint Joseph, IN
Morning in Saint Joseph on Sunday
Local time
10:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Joseph, IN to Madison, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
46 mi
74 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
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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Madison, IN
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Saint Joseph to Madison is a straightforward 46-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 7 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this trip is perfectly suited as a quick day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $7 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. The route primarily utilizes SR 56, I-65, and West McClain Avenue to navigate through the Midwest. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, this highway-focused drive offers a reliable connection between these two Indiana locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 56 | 16 mi | 23m |
| I 65 | 13.2 mi | 14m |
| West McClain Avenue | 8.2 mi | 13m |
| US 31 | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| 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 |
Longest stretch:
SR 56
— 16 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Joseph, IN and Madison, 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
13 mi
·
14 min
·
I 65
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 29
Toward SR 56: Salem, Scottsburg
10
Turn right onto SR 56
8.2 mi
·
13 min
·
West McClain Avenue
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn right onto SR 56
16 mi
·
23 min
·
SR 56
12
Turn right onto West Street
184 ft
·
9 sec
·
West Street
13
Turn left
71 ft
·
5 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23 miles from Saint Joseph, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 115 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 46 — 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
6
21.6 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward SR 56: Salem, Scottsburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 29
Toward SR 56: Salem, Scottsburg
5
21.8 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
SR 56 / West McClain Avenue
Turn right onto SR 56 / West McClain Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
46 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.19 one way
$14.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.90 | $15.79 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.85 | $17.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.16 | $20.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.83 | $2.21 |
| Efficient EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.02 | $1.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.44 | $2.94 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Madison, IN
Morning in Madison on Sunday
Local time
10:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Goshen, IN
23 mi in
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
32 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 7m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is defined by a mix of fast-paced travel and local navigation, with highways accounting for 70% of your time behind the wheel. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch while navigating 16 miles on SR 56, which serves as a significant portion of the trip. The character of the road transitions as you move from high-speed interstate segments to local streets like West McClain Avenue. Expect a consistent, efficient experience that prioritizes speed and directness over winding backroads. It is a functional drive that balances the convenience of major thoroughfares with the necessity of local access points.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16 mi on SR 56.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 56 and I 65. 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 1h 7m drive. You will face about 11 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 21.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Saint Joseph, IN to Madison, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Scottsburg along the way.
Scottsburg
21.6 mi in
|
~30m
About the Cities
Arriving in Madison, IN
Full guide →Madison is a city along the Ohio River in Southern Indiana. Madison is surrounded by scenic limestone bluffs. The hills are tree-covered and the farmlands are fertile. Many of the grand homes and historic commercial buildings are still in use. The past co-exists with the present in perfect harmony. Jefferson County is home to one of Indiana’s most beautiful state parks, Clifty Falls. This lush 1200-acre park offers scenic vista, four waterfalls and many hiking trails. Southern Indiana is also a nationally recognized wine region and three award-winning wineries are located within Jefferson County. Madison is also known as an antique mecca in the Midwest. Numerous specialty shops, unique restaurants and quaint B&Bs complement the historic downtown.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 46 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16 miles on SR 56. 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 21.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Madison, 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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