How far is Middletown, IN from Saint Joseph, IN?
The driving distance from Middletown, IN to Saint Joseph, IN is about 87.5 miles (140.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 73.8 miles (118.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 16m 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 01h 38m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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City in Indiana, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Middletown and Saint Joseph.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middletown and Saint Joseph.
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Start on East Michigan Road
9 m · 7 sec · East Michigan Road
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Turn left onto Grove Street
1291 ft · 35 sec · Grove Street
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Continue on East Middletown Road
3180 ft · 1 min · East Middletown Road
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Continue on East Street
107 m · 12 sec · East Street
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Continue on Washington Street
2910 ft · 1 min · Washington Street
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Continue on East 500 South
4.6 mi · 11 min · East 500 South
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Turn left onto South Riley Highway
16.1 mi · 24 min · South Riley Highway
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Continue straight
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 Middletown 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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Middletown and Mostly Sunny near Saint Joseph.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Middletown to Saint Joseph?
The road trip is about 87.5 miles (140.8 km) and usually takes 01h 38m 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?
Seymour is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.5 miles from Middletown and 44 miles from Saint Joseph.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 73.8 miles (118.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.7 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 3:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.65 one way or $23.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Middletown and Mostly Sunny near Saint Joseph.
Stop Ideas Near Seymour
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 Middletown and Saint Joseph. Straight-line distance: 73.74 mi (118.67 km).
#1 Middletown
Town in Henry County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 2,250 |
| Coordinates | 39.4600500, -85.6488600 |
| Altitude | 256 |
| 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: 141 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 05m |
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 | $11.65 | $23.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.14 | $26.28 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.38 | $28.76 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.39 | $32.78 |
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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