How far is Saint Joseph, IN from Rising Sun, IN?
The driving distance from Saint Joseph, IN to Rising Sun, IN is about 90 miles (144.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 63.9 miles (102.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 06m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 03m.
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.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Joseph and Rising Sun.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Joseph and Rising Sun.
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Start on Grant Line Road
4.6 mi · 8 min · Grant Line Road
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Turn left
1964 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
2.8 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
7.4 mi · 9 min
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Continue on Gene Snyder Freeway
3.4 mi · 4 min · Gene Snyder Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 71 North: Cincinnati
1556 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
45.5 mi · 49 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KY 1039: Vevay Indiana
2295 ft · 1 min
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Turn left
6.5 mi · 10 min
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Continue straight
2139 ft · 50 sec
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Turn left
5.4 mi · 10 min
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Turn left onto Wade Hill Road
2.2 mi · 5 min · Wade Hill Road
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Turn sharp left onto Searcy Ridge Road
3 mi · 7 min · Searcy Ridge Road
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Continue on North Branch Road
2.8 mi · 7 min · North Branch Road
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At the end of the road, turn left
2.1 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
2.6 mi · 5 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Walnut Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Joseph and Rising Sun.
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 71 North
Merge slight left
45.5 mi · 00h 49m
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 Saint Joseph and Mostly Clear near Rising Sun.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Joseph to Rising Sun?
The road trip is about 90 miles (144.8 km) and usually takes 02h 03m 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?
Bethlehem is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45 miles from Saint Joseph and 45 miles from Rising Sun.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 63.9 miles (102.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.1 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 2:24 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.99 one way or $23.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Saint Joseph and Mostly Clear near Rising Sun.
Stop Ideas Near Bethlehem
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 Bethlehem.
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Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Joseph and Rising Sun. Straight-line distance: 63.96 mi (102.94 km).
#1 Saint Joseph
The most populous city in St.
| Population | 76,995 |
| Coordinates | 38.4000700, -85.8083000 |
| Altitude | 172 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rising Sun
County seat in Indiana
| Population | 2,131 |
| Coordinates | 38.9495000, -84.8538400 |
| Altitude | 153 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rising Sun (-84.85384, 38.9495)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 145 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 07m |
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 | $11.99 | $23.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.52 | $27.05 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.80 | $29.60 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.87 | $33.73 |
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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