How far is Mishawaka, IN from Griffith, IN?
The driving distance from Mishawaka, IN to Griffith, IN is about 76.1 miles (122.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 66 miles (106.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 22m 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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 41m.
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.
Township in Starke County, Indiana
Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mishawaka and Griffith.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mishawaka and Griffith.
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Start on Lincoln Way East
1.1 mi · 2 min · Lincoln Way East
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Turn left onto Church Street
2046 ft · 47 sec · Church Street
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Continue on Union Street
1.3 km · 2 min · Union Street
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Continue on Bremen Highway
1.3 mi · 2 min · Bremen Highway
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 20 West
1868 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left onto Saint Joseph Valley Parkway
9.6 mi · 11 min · Saint Joseph Valley Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 2 West: La Porte
1361 ft · 33 sec
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Continue on West Western Avenue
13 mi · 17 min · West Western Avenue
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Continue straight
11.6 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit straight toward I 94 West: Chicago
1289 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
33.2 mi · 38 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Burr Street
1336 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight left
61 m · 7 sec
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Turn left onto Burr Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Burr Street
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Turn right onto West Ridge Road
2643 ft · 1 min · West Ridge Road
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Turn left onto North Colfax Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · North Colfax Street
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Turn right onto East Elm Street
2643 ft · 1 min · East Elm Street
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Turn left onto North Wood Street
662 ft · 31 sec · North Wood Street
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Turn right onto East Miller Street
71 m · 10 sec · East Miller Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Miller Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mishawaka and Griffith.
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 94 West
Merge slight left
33.2 mi · 00h 38m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms near Griffith.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mishawaka to Griffith?
The road trip is about 76.1 miles (122.4 km) and usually takes 01h 41m 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?
Davis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38 miles from Mishawaka and 38.1 miles from Griffith.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 66 miles (106.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.1 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 3:08 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.35 one way or $20.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.8 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Mishawaka and Griffith, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Mishawaka and Showers And Thunderstorms near Griffith.
Stop Ideas Near Davis
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 Davis.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mishawaka and Griffith. Straight-line distance: 66.01 mi (106.24 km).
#1 Mishawaka
The most populous city in St.
| Population | 50,312 |
| Coordinates | 41.6619900, -86.1586200 |
| Altitude | 220 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Griffith
Town in Calumet and St.
| Population | 16,032 |
| Coordinates | 41.5283700, -87.4236500 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| Country | United States |
End: Griffith (-87.42365, 41.52837)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 122 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 56m |
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 | $10.35 | $20.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $11.94 | $23.88 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $13.37 | $26.74 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $17.74 | $35.49 |
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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