How far is Fort Branch, IN from Saint Joseph, IN?
The driving distance from Fort Branch, IN to Saint Joseph, IN is about 111.6 miles (179.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 96.6 miles (155.5 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 CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Branch and Saint Joseph.
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Start on North West Street
635 ft · 30 sec · North West Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Park Street
2352 ft · 47 sec · West Park Street
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Continue on State Road 168
1297 ft · 26 sec · State Road 168
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Turn right
6.2 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 64 East
1397 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
96.5 mi · 1 hr 45 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 265 East, SR 62 East
3 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Grant Line Road
1219 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight left
56 m · 6 sec
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Turn left onto Grant Line Road
4.6 mi · 8 min · Grant Line Road
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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 Fort Branch 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 64 East
Merge slight left
96.5 mi · 01h 45m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Fort Branch and Partly Sunny near Saint Joseph.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Branch to Saint Joseph?
The road trip is about 111.6 miles (179.6 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?
Uniontown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 55.7 miles from Fort Branch and 55.9 miles from Saint Joseph.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 96.6 miles (155.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 15 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.86 one way or $29.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Fort Branch and Saint Joseph, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Fort Branch and Partly Sunny near Saint Joseph.
Stop Ideas Near Uniontown
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Branch and Saint Joseph. Straight-line distance: 96.64 mi (155.53 km).
#1 Fort Branch
Town in Indiana, United States
| Population | 2,775 |
| Coordinates | 38.2511600, -87.5811300 |
| Altitude | 137 |
| 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: 180 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 23m |
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 | $14.86 | $29.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.76 | $33.51 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.34 | $36.67 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $20.90 | $41.80 |
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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