How far is Crown Point, IN from Saint Joseph, IN?

The driving distance from Crown Point, IN to Saint Joseph, IN is about 243.5 miles (391.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 50m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 224.2 miles (360.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
243.48 mi
03h 50m
Flight
224.18 mi
360.78 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
224.18 mi
Kilometers
360.78 km
Flight Time
00h 27m

Driving Distance

Road route
243.48 mi
Kilometers
391.85 km
Drive Time
03h 50m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 03h 50m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Saint Joseph
Fri, Apr 24, 12:11 PM EDT
Return by in Crown Point
Fri, Apr 24, 3:01 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Crown Point
2026-04-24T07:20
Arrive Saint Joseph
Fri, Apr 24, 11:11 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 50m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:50 AM to 12:50 PM EDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:20 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Crown Point
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Fayette
IN

Unincorporated community in Boone County, Indiana

From Crown Point
121.4 mi
01h 55m
To Saint Joseph
122.1 mi
01h 55m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
75°F
Friday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Fri, Apr 24 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph SSW
Destination
80°F
Today

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Fri, Apr 24 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
8 to 13 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Crown Point and Saint Joseph.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Crown Point and Saint Joseph.

  1. 1

    Start on South Court Street

    14 m · 6 sec · South Court Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto West Joliet Street

    2.7 mi · 4 min · West Joliet Street

  3. 3

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 65 South

    2547 ft · 1 min

  4. 4

    Merge slight left onto Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway

    117.6 mi · 2 hr 7 min · Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway

  5. 5

    Keep slight left

    17.1 mi · 22 min

  6. 6

    Continue on I 70 East: Dayton

    1.9 mi · 3 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight left

    94.5 mi · 1 hr 43 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward Memphis Road

    1128 ft · 27 sec

  9. 9

    Turn left onto Memphis-Blue Lick Road

    1.1 km · 1 min · Memphis-Blue Lick Road

  10. 10

    Turn right

    2.9 mi · 4 min

  11. 11

    Turn right onto Perry Crossing Road

    2.7 mi · 7 min · Perry Crossing Road

  12. 12

    At the end of the road, turn right onto State Road 60

    925 ft · 26 sec · State Road 60

  13. 13

    Turn left onto State Road 111

    1.8 mi · 3 min · State Road 111

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Grant Line Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Crown Point and Saint Joseph.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
14 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
5.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway
135 mi · 55%
I 70 East
96.4 mi · 40%
Perry Crossing Road
2.71 mi · 1%
West Joliet Street
2.67 mi · 1%
State Road 111
1.83 mi · 1%
Memphis-Blue Lick Road
0.69 mi
Longest Stretch

Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway

Merge slight left onto Casimir Pulaski Memorial Highway

118 mi · 02h 07m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 50m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 40m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+19.3 mi
224.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Fayette
01h 55m from Crown Point
Leave By
9:20 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Crown Point and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Saint Joseph.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Crown Point to Saint Joseph?

The road trip is about 243.5 miles (391.9 km) and usually takes 03h 50m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Fayette is a useful midpoint, sitting about 121.4 miles from Crown Point and 122.1 miles from Saint Joseph.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 224.2 miles (360.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:20 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.39 one way or $64.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 76.3 kg one way.

Do you cross a time zone on this route?

Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Crown Point and Saint Joseph, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Crown Point and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Saint Joseph.

Stop Ideas Near Fayette

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Fayette and the surrounding midpoint area.
Avon Town Hall Park
Scenic stop 12.1 mi away

Avon Town Hall Park

Avon , IN
6570 E US Hwy 36, Avon, IN 46123, United States
Rating 4.7/5 886 reviews Tourist attraction,City park
Carmel City Hall
Meeting point 11.4 mi away

Carmel City Hall

Carmel , IN
Carmel City Hall (second floor One, 1 Civic Square, Carmel, IN 46032
Rating 3.1/5 18 reviews Government office,City courthouse
Carmel Gazebo
Nearby stop 11.4 mi away

Carmel Gazebo

Carmel , IN
3 Civic Square, Carmel, IN 46032
Rating 4.5/5 47 reviews Event venue

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Fayette.

RAIL

Indianapolis Union Station

28 mi away
350 South Illinois Street
RAIL

Crawfordsville

45 mi away
Spring and Green Streets
BUS

Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana

46 mi away
1000 Smith Ave
RAIL

Lafayette station

69 mi away
200 North 2nd St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Crown Point and Saint Joseph. Straight-line distance: 224.18 mi (360.78 km).

Crown Point

#1 Crown Point

City in Indiana, USA

Population30,906
Coordinates41.4169800, -87.3653100
Altitude223
CountryUnited States
Photo coming soon

#2 Saint Joseph

The most populous city in St.

Population76,995
Coordinates38.4000700, -85.8083000
Altitude172
CountryUnited States
Start: South Court Street (-87.365465, 41.416981)
End: Grant Line Road (-85.80834, 38.400074)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 392 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)08h 06m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 05m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 52m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 03m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 28m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 02m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
8.59 gal
32.52 L · about $32.39
Round trip
$64.79
17.18 gal · 65.04 L
Estimated CO2
76.3 kg one way
Round trip: 152.7 kg / 337 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $32.39 $64.79
Mid-grade $4.25 $36.53 $73.07
Premium $4.65 $39.98 $79.96
Diesel $5.30 $45.56 $91.12

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Indiana · Apr 24, 2026

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Crown Point, IN and Saint Joseph, IN. The current time in Crown Point is 07:20:59, although it is 08:20:59 in Saint Joseph.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.