How far is McCordsville, IN from Saint Joseph, IN?
The driving distance from McCordsville, IN to Saint Joseph, IN is about 121.7 miles (195.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 104.4 miles (168 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 EDT.
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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 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.
The most populous city in Bartholomew County, Indiana.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between McCordsville and Saint Joseph.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McCordsville and Saint Joseph.
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Start on North Dresden Drive
3 m · 1 sec · North Dresden Drive
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Continue on West Jamison Drive
115 m · 19 sec · West Jamison Drive
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Turn right onto North Clearview Drive
77 m · 17 sec · North Clearview Drive
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Turn left onto West Brookside Parkway
588 ft · 28 sec · West Brookside Parkway
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North 600 West
1.3 km · 2 min · North 600 West
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Turn right onto West Broadway
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Broadway
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Continue on Pendleton Pike
6.6 mi · 12 min · Pendleton Pike
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Turn left onto I 465 South, US 36 West, SR 67 South
1508 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
7.3 mi · 8 min
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Continue straight
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Emerson Avenue
1296 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight left
1069 ft · 28 sec
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Turn straight onto South Emerson Avenue
2.6 mi · 4 min · South Emerson Avenue
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Turn right onto East Southport Road
2440 ft · 53 sec · East Southport Road
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Take the ramp left
1656 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
87 mi · 1 hr 34 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 McCordsville and Saint Joseph.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
East Southport Road
Merge slight left
87 mi · 01h 34m
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.
Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving McCordsville and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then 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 McCordsville to Saint Joseph?
The road trip is about 121.7 miles (195.8 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?
Columbus is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59 miles from McCordsville and 62.6 miles from Saint Joseph.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 104.4 miles (168 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.18 one way or $32.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around McCordsville and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Saint Joseph.
Stop Ideas Near Columbus
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 Columbus.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between McCordsville and Saint Joseph. Straight-line distance: 104.38 mi (167.98 km).
#1 McCordsville
Town in Vernon Township, Hancock County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 7,750 |
| Coordinates | 39.9081000, -85.9227600 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| 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: 196 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 31m |
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 | $16.18 | $32.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.25 | $36.49 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.97 | $39.93 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.75 | $45.51 |
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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