How far is Mount Vernon, IN from Saint John, IN?
The driving distance from Mount Vernon, IN to Saint John, IN is about 36 miles (58 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.3 miles (42.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The second most populous city in Indiana.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mount Vernon and Saint John.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Vernon and Saint John.
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Start on East 4th Street
23.9 mi · 28 min · East 4th Street
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Turn left onto North Burkhardt Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · North Burkhardt Road
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Turn right onto Morgan Avenue
2989 ft · 1 min · Morgan Avenue
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Turn left
2142 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left
5.7 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Boonville-New Harmony Road
1775 ft · 40 sec
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Turn right onto East Boonville New Harmony Road
750 ft · 21 sec · East Boonville New Harmony Road
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Continue on New Harmony Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · New Harmony Road
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Turn right onto St John Road
1.1 mi · 4 min · St John Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · St John Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mount Vernon and Saint John.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East 4th Street
Start on East 4th Street
23.9 mi · 00h 28m
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.
Sunny leaving Mount Vernon and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Saint John.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mount Vernon to Saint John?
The road trip is about 36 miles (58 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Evansville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.4 miles from Mount Vernon and 18.6 miles from Saint John.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.3 miles (42.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.7 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.79 one way or $9.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Mount Vernon and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Saint John.
Stop Ideas Near Evansville
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 Evansville.
Evansville, IN
Madisonville, KY
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mount Vernon and Saint John. Straight-line distance: 26.27 mi (42.28 km).
#1 Mount Vernon
City in Posey County, Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 6,426 |
| Coordinates | 37.9322700, -87.8950300 |
| Altitude | 122 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saint John
Town in Indiana, United States
| Population | 19,616 |
| Coordinates | 38.0792100, -87.4500100 |
| Altitude | 131 |
| Country | United States |
End: St John Road (-87.44975, 38.079207)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 58 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
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 | $4.79 | $9.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.40 | $10.80 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.91 | $11.82 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.74 | $13.47 |
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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