How far is Mishawaka, IN from Bluffton, IN?
The driving distance from Mishawaka, IN to Bluffton, IN is about 97.8 miles (157.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 81.9 miles (131.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 53m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 26m.
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.
Unincorporated community in Whitley County, Indiana
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mishawaka and Bluffton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mishawaka and Bluffton.
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Start on Lincoln Way East
3.1 mi · 5 min · Lincoln Way East
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Continue on Lincolnway West
1879 ft · 32 sec · Lincolnway West
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Continue on Lincoln Way West
1.1 mi · 2 min · Lincoln Way West
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Continue on Lincolnway East
2989 ft · 55 sec · Lincolnway East
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Turn right onto Ash Road;West County Line Road
532 ft · 16 sec · Ash Road;West County Line Road
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Turn left onto County Road 20
1 mi · 2 min · County Road 20
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Continue on West Mishawaka Road
5 mi · 9 min · West Mishawaka Road
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Continue on County Road 20
1.1 mi · 2 min · County Road 20
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Continue on East Mishawaka Road
1045 ft · 23 sec · East Mishawaka Road
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Continue on County Road 20
729 ft · 17 sec · County Road 20
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Turn right onto South Main Street
4.2 mi · 7 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Lincoln Highway
1.1 km · 2 min · Lincoln Highway
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Continue on Elkhart Road
935 ft · 23 sec · Elkhart Road
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Continue on West Pike Street
1.5 km · 2 min · West Pike Street
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Continue on Lincolnway East
12.8 mi · 21 min · Lincolnway East
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Grand Army of the Republic Highway
5.8 mi · 8 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
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Turn right onto Lincolnway South
17.3 mi · 24 min · Lincolnway South
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Continue on Main Street
13.9 mi · 16 min · Main Street
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Continue straight
1.3 km · 1 min
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Turn left onto West Washington Center Road
1561 ft · 43 sec · West Washington Center Road
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Turn right onto Huguenard Road
1742 ft · 33 sec · Huguenard Road
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Continue on Hillegas Road
3.7 mi · 6 min · Hillegas Road
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Continue on Ardmore Avenue
4.9 mi · 8 min · Ardmore Avenue
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Turn left onto Airport Expressway
1 mi · 2 min · Airport Expressway
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Turn right onto Bluffton Road
6 mi · 8 min · Bluffton Road
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Continue on North Jefferson Street
12.3 mi · 18 min · North Jefferson Street
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Turn right onto West Washington Street
14 m · 2 sec · West Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mishawaka and Bluffton.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Lincolnway South
Turn right onto Lincolnway South
17.3 mi · 00h 24m
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 Likely leaving Mishawaka and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bluffton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mishawaka to Bluffton?
The road trip is about 97.8 miles (157.4 km) and usually takes 02h 26m 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?
Tri-Lakes is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.8 miles from Mishawaka and 49 miles from Bluffton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 81.9 miles (131.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.9 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 1:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.32 one way or $26.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Mishawaka and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bluffton.
Stop Ideas Near Tri-Lakes
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 Tri-Lakes.
Waterloo
Elkhart station
Bryan
South Bend station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mishawaka and Bluffton. Straight-line distance: 81.87 mi (131.75 km).
#1 Mishawaka
The most populous city in St.
| Population | 50,312 |
| Coordinates | 41.6619900, -86.1586200 |
| Altitude | 220 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bluffton
City in Harrison and Lancaster townships, Wells County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 10,094 |
| Coordinates | 40.7386600, -85.1716400 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bluffton (-85.17164, 40.73866)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 157 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 13m |
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 | $3.86 | $13.32 | $26.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $15.37 | $30.74 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $17.21 | $34.42 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $22.84 | $45.68 |
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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