Origin
Saint Joseph, IN
Morning in Saint Joseph on Sunday
Local time
8:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Joseph, IN to New Pekin, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
27m
Distance
15.5 mi
25 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
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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New Pekin, IN
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Saint Joseph to New Pekin, Indiana, is a quick 15.5-mile journey that typically takes about 27 minutes. Because of the short distance, this trip is easily manageable as a simple day outing, requiring no overnight stays. You can expect to spend approximately $2 on fuel for the entire drive, making it a very budget-friendly local excursion. The route primarily traverses the Midwest, keeping you within the state of Indiana for the duration of the trip. Navigating this path involves a combination of State Road 60, East Water Street, and State Road 111. It is a straightforward, practical drive that serves as an efficient connection between these two locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Road 60 | 10.5 mi | 18m |
| East Water Street | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| State Road 111 | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Grant Line Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Road 60
— 10.5 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Joseph, IN and New Pekin, 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
Continue on SR 60
7.1 mi
·
12 min
·
State Road 60
4
Continue on SR 60
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
East Water Street
5
Continue on SR 60
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
State Road 60
6
Arrive at destination
SR 60
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.42 one way
$4.85 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.66 | $5.32 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.98 | $5.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.42 | $6.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.63 | $0.74 |
| Efficient EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.36 | $0.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.17 | $0.99 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
New Pekin, IN
Morning in New Pekin on Sunday
Local time
8:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
34 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
27m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience, as this route features zero highway miles. You will spend the most time on State Road 60, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 10.5 miles. The road’s personality is defined by these local segments, requiring your full attention as you transition between the three primary roads. Because the route relies entirely on local infrastructure, you should prepare for a slower, more deliberate pace compared to travel on major expressways. It is a functional, hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged with the local road network from start to finish.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.5 mi on State Road 60.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Saint Joseph, IN to New Pekin, IN is easy. At 27m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Saint Joseph, IN to New Pekin, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 27m. Total distance: 15.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.5 miles on State Road 60. 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.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Saint Joseph, IN to New Pekin, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at New Pekin, 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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