How far is Bluffton, IN from Mishawaka, IN?
The driving distance from Bluffton, IN to Mishawaka, IN is about 112.8 miles (181.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 81.9 miles (131.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 26m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 13m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Unincorporated community in Whitley County, Indiana
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bluffton and Mishawaka.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bluffton and Mishawaka.
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Start on West Washington Street
14 m · 7 sec · West Washington Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
12.3 mi · 18 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Bluffton Road
6 mi · 8 min · Bluffton Road
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Turn left onto Airport Expressway
1 mi · 2 min · Airport Expressway
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Turn right onto Ardmore Avenue
4.9 mi · 7 min · Ardmore Avenue
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Continue on Hillegas Road
3.7 mi · 6 min · Hillegas Road
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Turn slight left onto Goshen Road
1496 ft · 45 sec · Goshen Road
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At the end of the road, turn right
27.1 mi · 34 min
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Continue on Lincolnway South
5.1 mi · 8 min · Lincolnway South
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Turn left
5.8 mi · 8 min
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Turn right
18.8 mi · 32 min
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Turn left onto County Road 20
727 ft · 15 sec · County Road 20
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Continue on East Mishawaka Road
1034 ft · 23 sec · East Mishawaka Road
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Continue on County Road 20
1.1 mi · 2 min · County Road 20
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Continue on East Mishawaka Road
5 mi · 9 min · East Mishawaka Road
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Continue on County Road 20
1 mi · 2 min · County Road 20
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Turn right onto Ash Road;West County Line Road
532 ft · 19 sec · Ash Road;West County Line Road
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Turn left onto Lincolnway East
2989 ft · 51 sec · Lincolnway East
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Continue on Lincoln Way West
1.1 mi · 2 min · Lincoln Way West
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Continue on Lincolnway West
1879 ft · 32 sec · Lincolnway West
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Continue on Lincoln Way East
3.1 mi · 5 min · Lincoln Way East
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lincoln Way East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bluffton and Mishawaka.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn right
27.1 mi · 00h 34m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Bluffton and Showers And Thunderstorms near Mishawaka.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bluffton to Mishawaka?
The road trip is about 112.8 miles (181.6 km) and usually takes 02h 13m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Tri-Lakes is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.8 miles from Bluffton and 64.1 miles from Mishawaka.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 81.9 miles (131.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:04 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.37 one way or $30.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Bluffton and Showers And Thunderstorms near Mishawaka.
Stop Ideas Near Tri-Lakes
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Tri-Lakes.
Waterloo
Elkhart station
Bryan
South Bend station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bluffton and Mishawaka. Straight-line distance: 81.87 mi (131.75 km).
#1 Bluffton
City in Harrison and Lancaster townships, Wells County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 10,094 |
| Coordinates | 40.7386600, -85.1716400 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mishawaka
The most populous city in St.
| Population | 50,312 |
| Coordinates | 41.6619900, -86.1586200 |
| Altitude | 220 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lincoln Way East (-86.158646, 41.662131)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 182 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 24m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.86 | $15.37 | $30.74 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $17.73 | $35.46 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $19.85 | $39.70 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $26.35 | $52.70 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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