How far is Marion, IN from South Bend, IN?
The driving distance from Marion, IN to South Bend, IN is about 104.1 miles (167.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 83.6 miles (134.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 08m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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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 02h 04m.
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.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Marion and South Bend.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marion and South Bend.
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Start on East 3rd Street
1 km · 49 sec · East 3rd Street
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Continue on West Delphi Avenue
939 ft · 14 sec · West Delphi Avenue
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Continue on West 2nd Street
148 m · 10 sec · West 2nd Street
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Turn right onto South Baldwin Avenue
1.1 mi · 1 min · South Baldwin Avenue
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Turn left onto North Wabash Avenue
2919 ft · 50 sec · North Wabash Avenue
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Continue on North Wabash Road
4.8 mi · 7 min · North Wabash Road
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Continue on County Road 187 West
2304 ft · 39 sec · County Road 187 West
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Continue on South Wabash Street
11.8 mi · 18 min · South Wabash Street
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Turn left onto West Market Street
957 ft · 22 sec · West Market Street
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Turn right onto South Cass Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · South Cass Street
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Continue on North Cass Street
1.3 km · 1 min · North Cass Street
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Continue on County Road 500 West
2271 ft · 38 sec · County Road 500 West
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Continue on North 500 West
6.4 mi · 10 min · North 500 West
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Turn left onto State Road 16
3.1 mi · 5 min · State Road 16
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Continue on East 1000 North
11.1 mi · 16 min · East 1000 North
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Turn right
54.1 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Michigan Street
39 m · 7 sec · South Michigan Street
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Exit the roundabout onto South Michigan Street
2.5 mi · 7 min · South Michigan Street
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Continue on South Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
1.1 km · 2 min · South Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Michigan Street
38 m · 7 sec · North Michigan Street
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Exit the roundabout onto North Michigan Street
139 m · 17 sec · North Michigan Street
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Turn right onto East Navarre Street
40 m · 5 sec · East Navarre Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Navarre Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Marion and South Bend.
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
Turn right
54.1 mi · 01h 07m
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.
Isolated Rain Showers leaving Marion and Scattered Rain Showers near South Bend.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Marion to South Bend?
The road trip is about 104.1 miles (167.5 km) and usually takes 02h 04m 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?
Macy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.3 miles from Marion and 53.8 miles from South Bend.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83.6 miles (134.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.5 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:22 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.64 one way or $27.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Isolated Rain Showers around Marion and Scattered Rain Showers near South Bend.
Stop Ideas Near Macy
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 Macy.
Elkhart station
South Bend station
Rensselaer
Lafayette station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Marion and South Bend. Straight-line distance: 83.59 mi (134.53 km).
#1 Marion
Marion is a place in Indiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.5583700, -85.6591400 |
| Altitude | 247 |
| Country | United States |
#2 South Bend
The most populous city in St.
| Population | 101,868 |
| Coordinates | 41.6833800, -86.2500100 |
| Altitude | 211 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Navarre Street (-86.250008, 41.683158)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 167 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 17m |
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 | $3.72 | $13.64 | $27.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.32 | $15.87 | $31.73 |
| Premium | $4.85 | $17.78 | $35.57 |
| Diesel | $6.71 | $24.63 | $49.27 |
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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