Origin
Saint Joseph, IN
Morning in Saint Joseph on Sunday
Local time
8:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Joseph, IN to Marion, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 6m
Distance
101.1 mi
163 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 58m
★
6 AM
2h 7m
8 AM
2h 25m
10 AM
2h 13m
12 PM
2h 11m
3 PM
2h 14m
5 PM
2h 24m
8 PM
2h 1m
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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Marion, IN
Bastian Riccardi
Trip Overview
Saint Joseph, IN to Marion, IN is 101.1 miles and takes about 2h 6m via I 65 and US 31, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Indiana, moving from the Midwest region to the same. Expect a drive primarily on major highways, making it a straightforward journey. It's a short enough distance that you can easily complete it in a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two points without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.6 miles from Saint Joseph, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 73.3 mi | 1h 18m |
| East King Street | 11.6 mi | 16m |
| US 31 | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Perry Crossing Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| Morristown Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| State Road 111 | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| North Riley Highway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| South Miller Avenue | 1.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 73.3 mi, about 1h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Joseph, IN and Marion, IN.
1
Start on Grant Line Road
233 ft
·
4 sec
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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
73 mi
·
1 hr 18 min
·
I 65
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 90
Toward SR 44: Franklin, Shelbyville
10
Turn right onto SR 44
12 mi
·
16 min
·
East King Street
11
Turn left onto SR 44
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
South Miller Avenue
12
Turn right onto SR 44
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Colescott Street
13
At end of road, turn left onto SR 9; SR 44
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
South Harrison Street
14
Enter roundabout onto SR 9
400 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Harrison Street
15
Continue on SR 9
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
North Harrison Street
16
Continue on North Riley Highway
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
North Riley Highway
17
Keep slight right at fork onto North Riley Highway
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
North Riley Highway
18
Turn slight right onto SR 9
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Riley Highway
19
Turn right onto Morristown Road
146 ft
·
6 sec
·
Morristown Road
Use the right lane.
20
Continue on Morristown Road
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Morristown Road
21
Turn right onto East 425 N
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
East 425 N
22
Turn left onto North 150 E
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
North 150 E
23
Arrive at destination
North 150 E
Trip Plan
Since this is a 1-day trip covering just over 101 miles, you have the advantage of flexibility. Leaving in the morning will give you plenty of daylight to reach Marion, IN. With a duration of around 2 hours and 6 minutes, you likely won't need extensive stops, but it's wise to take a short break if you feel tired, especially during the 73.3-mile stretch on I 65. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is around $16, and plan your fill-ups accordingly before you depart Saint Joseph, IN.
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 50.6 miles from Saint Joseph, IN, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.3 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 22 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.6 miles or 1h 1m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Marion, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Saint Joseph, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Joseph, IN
This is one driving day of about 101.1 miles and 2h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 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 65 for about 73.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.6 miles from Saint Joseph, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.3 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 100.9 — 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
81.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 34m in
Take the exit toward SR 44: Franklin, Shelbyville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 90
Toward SR 44: Franklin, Shelbyville
6
98 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
|
Morristown Road
Turn right onto Morristown Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
100.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m in
|
North 150 E
Turn left onto North 150 E
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.81 one way
$31.61 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.35 | $34.71 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.46 | $38.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.32 | $44.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.3 | 0 | $10.62 | $4.85 |
| Efficient EV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.85 | $4.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.4 | 0 | $14.15 | $6.47 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Marion, IN
Morning in Marion on Sunday
Local time
8:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
11 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
2h 6m 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 largely highway-focused, with 75% of the journey taking place on major roadways like I 65 and US 31. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 73.3 miles on I 65, which means extended periods of consistent speed. The profile suggests a straightforward highway experience, minimizing time spent navigating complex local roads. As you progress, the focus remains on efficient travel, making it a predictable drive from start to finish.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 73.3 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and East King Street. 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 2h 6m drive. You will face about 16 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 81.8 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 Marion, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Shelbyville along the way.
Shelbyville
81.8 mi in
|
~1h 34m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 6m. Total distance: 101.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 73.3 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 1.8 miles (SR 60 / State Road 60): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (Perry Crossing Road): Navigation decision point; at 81.8 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 Marion, 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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