How far is Ellettsville, IN from Saint John, IN?
The driving distance from Ellettsville, IN to Saint John, IN is about 112.7 miles (181.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 91.3 miles (147 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 33m 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.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Daviess County, Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ellettsville and Saint John.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ellettsville and Saint John.
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Start on West Temperance Street
1 km · 1 min · West Temperance Street
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Continue on State Road 46
3.9 mi · 7 min · State Road 46
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Take the exit slight right
6 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 69 South: Evansville
99 mi · 1 hr 46 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Boonville-New Harmony Road
1764 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto East Boonville New Harmony Road
1532 ft · 42 sec · East Boonville New Harmony Road
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Continue on New Harmony Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · New Harmony Road
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Turn right onto St John Road
1.1 mi · 4 min · St John Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · St John Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ellettsville and Saint John.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 69 South
Keep slight left to continue on I 69 South: Evansville
99 mi · 01h 46m
Route Summary
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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 then Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Ellettsville and Partly Cloudy near Saint John.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ellettsville to Saint John?
The road trip is about 112.7 miles (181.4 km) and usually takes 01h 46m 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?
Plainville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.3 miles from Ellettsville and 56.4 miles from Saint John.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 91.3 miles (147 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.4 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 2:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.01 one way or $30.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.4 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Ellettsville and Saint John, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms around Ellettsville and Partly Cloudy near Saint John.
Stop Ideas Near Plainville
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 Plainville.
Evansville, IN
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ellettsville and Saint John. Straight-line distance: 91.36 mi (147.03 km).
#1 Ellettsville
City in Monroe County, Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 6,706 |
| Coordinates | 39.2339300, -86.6250000 |
| Altitude | 212 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saint John
Town in Indiana, United States
| Population | 19,616 |
| Coordinates | 38.0792100, -87.4500100 |
| Altitude | 131 |
| Country | United States |
End: St John Road (-87.44975, 38.079207)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 181 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 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 | $3.77 | $15.01 | $30.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.93 | $33.85 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.52 | $37.05 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.11 | $42.22 |
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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