How far is Fairfield, IN from Saint Joseph, IN?
The driving distance from Fairfield, IN to Saint Joseph, IN is about 133.2 miles (214.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 88.8 miles (142.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 32m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fairfield and Saint Joseph.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairfield and Saint Joseph.
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Start on the route
2.5 mi · 10 min
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Turn sharp right onto Indiana Highway 101
1.1 mi · 2 min · Indiana Highway 101
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Continue on State Road 101
9.6 mi · 17 min · State Road 101
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Continue straight
1357 ft · 25 sec
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Continue straight
4.5 mi · 7 min
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Turn right
6.1 mi · 11 min
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Take the ramp right toward I 74 West: Indianapolis
934 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
29.5 mi · 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 3 South: Greensburg
1139 ft · 39 sec
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Continue straight
7 mi · 10 min
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Continue straight
12.4 mi · 18 min
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Turn left
6.9 mi · 10 min
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Turn left onto East National Road
2 mi · 3 min · East National Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
41 m · 8 sec
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Exit the roundabout
12.9 mi · 18 min
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Turn right onto East Tipton Street
2734 ft · 54 sec · East Tipton Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 65 South: Louisville
1230 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
33.6 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Memphis Road
1128 ft · 27 sec
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Turn left onto Memphis-Blue Lick Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Memphis-Blue Lick Road
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Turn right
2.9 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto Perry Crossing Road
2.7 mi · 7 min · Perry Crossing Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto State Road 60
925 ft · 26 sec · State Road 60
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Turn left onto State Road 111
1.8 mi · 3 min · State Road 111
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Grant Line Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fairfield and Saint Joseph.
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 65 South
Merge slight left
33.6 mi · 00h 36m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Fairfield and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Saint Joseph.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fairfield to Saint Joseph?
The road trip is about 133.2 miles (214.4 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Hartsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69 miles from Fairfield and 64.2 miles from Saint Joseph.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 88.8 miles (142.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.4 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 12:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.72 one way or $35.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Fairfield and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Saint Joseph.
Stop Ideas Near Hartsville
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 Hartsville.
Connersville station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fairfield and Saint Joseph. Straight-line distance: 88.77 mi (142.86 km).
#1 Fairfield
Township in Franklin County, Indiana
| Population | 1,406 |
| Coordinates | 39.5186600, -84.9955200 |
| Altitude | 228 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saint Joseph
The most populous city in St.
| Population | 76,995 |
| Coordinates | 38.4000700, -85.8083000 |
| Altitude | 172 |
| Country | United States |
End: Grant Line Road (-85.80834, 38.400074)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 214 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 39m |
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 | $17.72 | $35.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.99 | $39.98 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $21.87 | $43.75 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $24.93 | $49.86 |
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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