How far is North Madison, IN from Saint Joseph, IN?
The driving distance from North Madison, IN to Saint Joseph, IN is about 46.8 miles (75.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.7 miles (54.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 00m 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 00m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Madison and Saint Joseph.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Madison and Saint Joseph.
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Start on Cragmont Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · Cragmont Street
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Turn right onto West Main Street
3023 ft · 51 sec · West Main Street
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Continue on Clifty Hollow Road
14.7 mi · 22 min · Clifty Hollow Road
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At the end of the road, turn left
3.7 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
4.5 mi · 8 min
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Take the ramp slight right
1222 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
13.4 mi · 14 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 North Madison and Saint Joseph.
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.
Clifty Hollow Road
Continue on Clifty Hollow Road
14.7 mi · 00h 22m
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 North Madison and 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 North Madison to Saint Joseph?
The road trip is about 46.8 miles (75.3 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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?
Scottsburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.9 miles from North Madison and 22.9 miles from Saint Joseph.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.7 miles (54.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.1 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 4:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.22 one way or $12.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around North Madison and Mostly Cloudy near Saint Joseph.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Madison and Saint Joseph. Straight-line distance: 33.77 mi (54.34 km).
#1 North Madison
Census-designated place in Lake County, Ohio
| Population | 12,435 |
| Coordinates | 38.7678400, -85.3966300 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| 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: 75 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
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 | $6.22 | $12.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.02 | $14.03 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.68 | $15.36 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.75 | $17.50 |
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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