Origin
Saint Joseph, IN
Morning in Saint Joseph on Sunday
Local time
10:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Joseph, IN to Richland, 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 12m
Distance
97.3 mi
157 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 3m
★
6 AM
2h 12m
8 AM
2h 31m
10 AM
2h 19m
12 PM
2h 17m
3 PM
2h 20m
5 PM
2h 30m
8 PM
2h 7m
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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Richland, IN
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Trip Overview
Saint Joseph, IN to Richland, IN is 97.3 miles and takes about 2 hours 12 minutes via I 65 and US 31, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Indiana, moving you across the Midwest region. It's a straightforward trip that largely sticks to major highways, making it a practical choice for a quick transit. You'll find it to be a no-frills journey, ideal if your priority is simply getting from point A to point B efficiently. Expect a very high percentage of your travel to be on interstate highways.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.6 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 | 33.3 mi | 35m |
| SR 46 | 28 mi | 39m |
| US 31 | 17.8 mi | 25m |
| SR 3 | 7.6 mi | 11m |
| SR 244 | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Perry Crossing Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| State Road 111 | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Memphis-Blue Lick Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 33.3 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Joseph, IN and Richland, 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
33 mi
·
35 min
·
I 65
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 50A
Toward US 50 East: North Vernon
10
Turn right onto US 50
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
East Tipton Street
11
Turn left onto US 31
13 mi
·
18 min
·
US 31
12
Enter roundabout onto US 31
124 ft
·
7 sec
·
US 31
13
Continue on US 31
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
US 31
14
Turn right onto SR 46
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
SR 46
15
Turn right onto SR 46
21 mi
·
30 min
·
SR 46
16
Continue on SR 3
7.6 mi
·
11 min
·
SR 3
17
Turn right onto SR 244
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
SR 244
18
Arrive at destination
SR 244
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of just over 2 hours, this is a perfect same-day trip from Saint Joseph to Richland. You can easily depart in the morning and arrive well before midday. With only 97.3 miles, you won't need to worry about extensive fuel stops, and the estimated $15 fuel cost is quite manageable. It's wise to check your fuel gauge before leaving Saint Joseph, as the longest stretch on I 65 is over 33 miles, and it’s always good to have a buffer. The flexibility of a shorter drive means you can depart at your convenience.
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 48.6 miles from Saint Joseph, IN, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.3 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 21 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.6 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 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Richland, 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.
+
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 97.3 miles and 2h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 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 33.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.6 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 57.3 — 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
5
41.8 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward US 50 East: North Vernon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 50A
Toward US 50 East: North Vernon
4
55.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
|
US 31
Enter roundabout onto US 31
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
57.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
SR 46
Turn right onto SR 46
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.21 one way
$30.42 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.70 | $33.40 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.72 | $37.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.48 | $42.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.2 | 0 | $10.22 | $4.67 |
| Efficient EV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.51 | $3.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.9 | 0 | $13.62 | $6.23 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Destination
Richland, IN
Morning in Richland on Sunday
Local time
10:59 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 12m 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 predominantly a highway-focused experience, with 94% of the journey utilizing interstates and major highways like I 65. You'll encounter long stretches of consistent speed, including one unbroken segment of 33.3 miles on I 65. The character of the road is largely dictated by these efficient, high-speed corridors. While there might be brief transitions to other state and US routes like SR 46 and US 31, the overall feel is one of steady progress. Prepare for a driving experience that prioritizes directness over winding backroads.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.3 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and SR 46. 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
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 12m drive. You will face about 12 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 41.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 12m. Total distance: 97.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.3 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 41.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Richland, 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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