How far is Saint Joseph, IN from Dale, IN?
The driving distance from Saint Joseph, IN to Dale, IN is about 128.8 miles (207.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116.1 miles (186.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 37m.
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.
Town in Lake County, Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Joseph and Dale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Joseph and Dale.
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Start on Grant Line Road
71 m · 5 sec · Grant Line Road
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Continue on State Road 111
1.8 mi · 3 min · State Road 111
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Turn right onto State Road 60
925 ft · 24 sec · State Road 60
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Turn left onto Perry Crossing Road
2.7 mi · 7 min · Perry Crossing Road
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Turn left
2.9 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto Memphis-Blue Lick Road
3044 ft · 1 min · Memphis-Blue Lick Road
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Take the ramp right
1364 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
95.8 mi · 1 hr 46 min
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Keep slight right
21.3 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 267 South: Albert S. White Drive
1322 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Albert South White Drive
113 m · 9 sec
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Turn straight onto Albert S. White Drive
1130 ft · 32 sec · Albert S. White Drive
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Turn left onto South 400 East
2.4 mi · 6 min · South 400 East
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Turn left onto Holmes Road
1952 ft · 1 min · Holmes Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Holmes Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Joseph and Dale.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Memphis-Blue Lick Road
Merge slight left
95.8 mi · 01h 46m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Saint Joseph and Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy near Dale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Joseph to Dale?
The road trip is about 128.8 miles (207.3 km) and usually takes 02h 37m 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?
Lowell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.4 miles from Saint Joseph and 64.4 miles from Dale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116.1 miles (186.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.7 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:16 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.05 one way or $34.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Saint Joseph and Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy near Dale.
Stop Ideas Near Lowell
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 Lowell.
Indianapolis Union Station
Connersville station
Louisville, Kentucky
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Joseph and Dale. Straight-line distance: 116.1 mi (186.85 km).
#1 Saint Joseph
The most populous city in St.
| Population | 76,995 |
| Coordinates | 38.4000700, -85.8083000 |
| Altitude | 172 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dale
Dale is a place in Indiana, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.0167100, -86.4000000 |
| Altitude | 294 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dale (-86.4, 40.01671)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 207 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 36m |
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 | $3.75 | $17.05 | $34.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $19.79 | $39.58 |
| Premium | $4.88 | $22.21 | $44.43 |
| Diesel | $6.73 | $30.62 | $61.24 |
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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