Origin
South Bend, IN
Morning in South Bend on Saturday
Local time
10:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Bend, IN to Warren, IN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 5, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 28m
Distance
99.3 mi
160 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 18m
★
6 AM
2h 28m
8 AM
2h 48m
10 AM
2h 35m
12 PM
2h 33m
3 PM
2h 36m
5 PM
2h 47m
8 PM
2h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Bend, IN
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Warren, IN
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Trip Overview
South Bend to Warren is 99.3 miles and takes about 2h 28m via US 30 and SR 5, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Indiana, moving you through the Midwest region. Expect a mix of driving conditions, so it's a good option if you're looking for a relatively short drive that doesn't require an overnight stay. You'll be covering just under 100 miles, making it manageable for a single day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.7 miles from South Bend, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 30 | 36 mi | 47m |
| South Michigan Street | 23.8 mi | 32m |
| SR 5 | 22.4 mi | 39m |
| Warren Road | 11.8 mi | 17m |
| North Jefferson Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| North Huntington Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 2m |
| West Old Trail Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 30
— 36 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Bend, IN and Warren, IN.
1
Start on East Navarre Street
131 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Navarre Street
2
Turn left onto SR 933; BUS US 31
444 ft
·
12 sec
·
North Michigan Street
3
Enter roundabout onto North Michigan Street
125 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Michigan Street
4
Continue on North Michigan Street
196 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Michigan Street
5
Continue on North Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
North Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
6
Continue on South Michigan Street
2.5 mi
·
6 min
·
South Michigan Street
7
Enter roundabout onto BUS US 31
125 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Michigan Street
8
Continue on BUS US 31
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Michigan Street
9
Continue on BUS US 31
21 mi
·
24 min
·
South Michigan Street
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Toward US 30 East: Warsaw
11
Merge onto US 30
36 mi
·
47 min
·
US 30
12
Turn right onto North Binkley Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Binkley Road
13
Turn left onto West Old Trail Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Old Trail Road
14
Turn right onto SR 5
6.7 mi
·
11 min
·
SR 5
15
Continue on SR 5; SR 14
16 mi
·
27 min
·
SR 5; SR 14
16
Turn right onto US 224; US 24 Business; SR 5
350 ft
·
13 sec
·
West Park Drive
17
Turn left onto US 224; SR 5
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Cherry Street
18
Turn right onto US 224; SR 5
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North Jefferson Street
19
Turn right onto SR 5
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Warren Road
20
Continue on SR 5
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Huntington Avenue
21
Continue on SR 5
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
North Wayne Street
22
Turn right onto West 2nd Street
82 ft
·
3 sec
·
West 2nd Street
23
Arrive at destination
West 2nd Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 28m duration, leaving South Bend anytime in the morning should get you to Warren with plenty of daylight. With only 99.3 miles, you have flexibility in your departure time. Plan for one brief stop around the halfway point if needed, perhaps after covering the 36-mile stretch on US 30. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $16, and it's always wise to refuel before reaching empty, especially when transitioning between highway and surface roads.
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 49.7 miles from South Bend, IN, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.7 miles or 1h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Warren, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving South Bend, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 South Bend, IN
This is one driving day of about 99.3 miles and 2h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from South Bend, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 30 for about 36 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 49.7 miles from South Bend, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 99.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 933; BUS US 31 / North Michigan Street
Turn left onto SR 933; BUS US 31 / North Michigan Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Michigan Street
Enter roundabout onto North Michigan Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
3.3 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
BUS US 31 / South Michigan Street
Enter roundabout onto BUS US 31 / South Michigan Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
84.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m in
|
US 224; SR 5 / Cherry Street
Turn left onto US 224; SR 5 / Cherry Street
Navigation decision point
5
99.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m in
|
West 2nd Street
Turn right onto West 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.40 one way
$30.79 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.32 | $16.88 | $33.76 |
| premium | $4.93 | $19.27 | $38.53 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $21.89 | $43.78 |
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: 34.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.8 | 0 | $10.43 | $4.77 |
| Efficient EV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.69 | $3.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.7 | 0 | $13.90 | $6.36 |
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
Warren, IN
Morning in Warren on Saturday
Local time
10:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 28m 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 route features a 59% highway share, so you'll spend a good portion of your time on faster roads. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 36 miles on US 30. You'll transition from highway driving to surface streets, so be prepared for changes in speed limits and exit frequency. The profile indicates a mix of highway and surface roads, meaning you'll encounter both open cruising and areas with more local traffic.
59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36 mi on US 30.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 933; BUS US 31 / North Michigan Street.
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 28m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 933; BUS US 31 / North Michigan Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Michigan Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 3.3 miles (BUS US 31 / South Michigan Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
927 ft
691 ft
Total Climb
395 ft
Total Descent
260 ft
Highest Point
927 ft
~63.8 mi in
Elevation Range
236 ft
About the Cities
Starting in South Bend, IN
Full guide →Founded 1865
South Bend is in Northern Indiana. The city's name is drawn from the fact that it's situated on the southernmost bend in the St. Joseph River. Together with neighboring Mishawaka they form a continuous urban area of about 325,000 (2020). South Bend is the home of the University of Notre Dame, but is also the former home of many large companies such as Studebaker, Oliver Chilled Plow, and Singer. The area is now home to Crowe-Chizek, AM General (which makes military vehicles.), Bosch, Honeywell, and Woodwind & Brasswind. The city hopes to grow with the undertaking of a new nano-technology campus near the city, which has already brought new contracts for factories and businesses around the city of Southbend.
Top landmarks
- • St. Casimir Parish, South Bend — church building in South Bend, United States of America
- • Studebaker National Museum — museum in South Bend, Indiana, United States
- • Tippecanoe Place — historic house in Indiana, United States
Arriving in Warren, IN
Full guide →Founded 1837
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 2h 28m. Total distance: 99.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 36 miles on US 30. 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: near the start (SR 933; BUS US 31 / North Michigan Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Michigan Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 3.3 miles (BUS US 31 / South Michigan Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Warren, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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