Origin
Walnut, IN
Night in Walnut on Saturday
Local time
10:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Walnut, IN to South Bend, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
39 mi
63 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Walnut, IN
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South Bend, IN
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 39-mile drive from Walnut, Indiana, to South Bend, Indiana, takes about 56 minutes to complete. It's an ideal day trip, easily manageable within a single day with plenty of time to spare. The route is heavily highway-focused, with 87% of the journey on main roads like US 31 and State Road 110. Expect a low fuel cost, around $6, making it an economical option for a quick trip within the Midwest region. This drive is perfect for those looking for an efficient and uncomplicated connection between these two Indiana locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 31 | 33.8 mi | 41m |
| South Michigan Street | 2.5 mi | 6m |
| State Road 110 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| South Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| 20 C Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South Iris Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| North Michigan Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Navarre Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 31
— 33.8 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Walnut, IN and South Bend, IN.
1
Start on 20 C Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
20 C Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto South Iris Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Iris Road
3
Turn right onto SR 110
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
State Road 110
4
Turn right onto US 31
34 mi
·
41 min
·
US 31
5
Enter roundabout onto BUS US 31
128 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Michigan Street
6
Continue on BUS US 31
2.5 mi
·
6 min
·
South Michigan Street
7
Continue on South Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
South Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
8
Enter roundabout onto SR 933
124 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Michigan Street
9
Continue on SR 933
454 ft
·
17 sec
·
North Michigan Street
10
Turn right onto East Navarre Street
131 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Navarre Street
11
Arrive at destination
East Navarre Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.5 miles from Walnut, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 39 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
South Iris Road
At end of road, turn left onto South Iris Road
Navigation decision point
3
0.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
SR 110 / State Road 110
Turn right onto SR 110 / State Road 110
Navigation decision point
4
35.7 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
BUS US 31 / South Michigan Street
Enter roundabout onto BUS US 31 / South Michigan Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
38.9 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
SR 933 / North Michigan Street
Enter roundabout onto SR 933 / North Michigan Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
39 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
East Navarre Street
Turn right onto East Navarre Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.10 one way
$12.19 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.69 | $13.39 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.51 | $15.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.61 | $17.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.87 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.41 | $1.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.46 | $2.50 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
South Bend, IN
Night in South Bend on Saturday
Local time
10:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
56m 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?
You'll find this drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 87% of the mileage on main thoroughfares. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a solid 33.8 miles on US 31, offering a consistent pace. While much of the route utilizes high-speed roads, you'll also navigate segments of South Michigan Street and State Road 110, which may offer a slightly different driving experience. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, minimizing time on slower, local roads and maximizing time on the open highway.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.8 mi on US 31.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 31 and South Michigan Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near South Iris Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Walnut, IN to South Bend, IN is easy. At 56m with 87% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (South Iris Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (SR 110 / State Road 110): Navigation decision point; at 35.7 miles (BUS US 31 / South Michigan Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 39 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.8 miles on US 31. 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 0.4 miles (South Iris Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (SR 110 / State Road 110): Navigation decision point; at 35.7 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 South Bend, 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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