How far is Monticello, IN from Saint Joseph, IN?
The driving distance from Monticello, IN to Saint Joseph, IN is about 196.4 miles (316.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 169.9 miles (273.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 27m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Monticello and Saint Joseph.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monticello and Saint Joseph.
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Start on North Railroad Street East
87 m · 17 sec · North Railroad Street East
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Turn left onto West Washington Street
9 m · 6 sec · West Washington Street
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Turn left onto North Railroad Street West
133 m · 17 sec · North Railroad Street West
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Turn right onto West Broadway Street
2.7 mi · 4 min · West Broadway Street
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Turn left onto South 300 East
9.8 mi · 13 min · South 300 East
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Turn right
3 mi · 5 min
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Turn left onto South Prairie Street
7.4 mi · 13 min · South Prairie Street
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Turn left
1230 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
48.6 mi · 53 min
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Keep slight left
17.1 mi · 22 min
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Continue on I 70 East: Dayton
1.9 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight left
94.5 mi · 1 hr 43 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 Monticello and Saint Joseph.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 70 East
Keep slight left
94.5 mi · 01h 43m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Monticello and Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy near Saint Joseph.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Monticello to Saint Joseph?
The road trip is about 196.4 miles (316.1 km) and usually takes 03h 13m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Homecroft is a useful midpoint, sitting about 96.9 miles from Monticello and 99.5 miles from Saint Joseph.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 169.9 miles (273.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:32 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.13 one way or $52.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 61.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Monticello and Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy near Saint Joseph.
Stop Ideas Near Homecroft
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 Homecroft.
Indianapolis Union Station
Crawfordsville
Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana
Connersville station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Monticello and Saint Joseph. Straight-line distance: 169.86 mi (273.36 km).
#1 Monticello
City in west-central Indiana, United States
| Population | 5,248 |
| Coordinates | 40.7453200, -86.7647300 |
| Altitude | 206 |
| 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: 316 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 27m |
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 | $26.13 | $52.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $29.47 | $58.95 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $32.25 | $64.50 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $36.76 | $73.51 |
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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