How far is Saint Joseph, IN from Smithville-Sanders, IN?
The driving distance from Saint Joseph, IN to Smithville-Sanders, IN is about 86 miles (138.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 59.3 miles (95.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 46m 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 01h 53m.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Joseph and Smithville-Sanders.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Joseph and Smithville-Sanders.
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Start on Grant Line Road
4.4 mi · 8 min · Grant Line Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1980 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
2.5 mi · 3 min
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Continue on I 64 West, SR 62 West: Saint Louis
2548 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 150 West: Greenville, Paoli
37.7 mi · 47 min
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Turn left onto East Main Street
1006 ft · 13 sec · East Main Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Gospel Street
45 m · 2 sec · North Gospel Street
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Exit the roundabout onto North Gospel Street
34.3 mi · 42 min · North Gospel Street
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Take the exit slight right
962 ft · 27 sec
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Continue on East Monroe Dam Road
1.3 km · 1 min · East Monroe Dam Road
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Turn left onto South Strain Ridge Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · South Strain Ridge Road
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Continue on South Strain Ridge Road
1.9 mi · 5 min · South Strain Ridge Road
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Turn left
913 ft · 1 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Joseph and Smithville-Sanders.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
US 150 West
Take the exit slight right toward US 150 West: Greenville, Paoli
37.7 mi · 00h 47m
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Saint Joseph and Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near Smithville-Sanders.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Joseph to Smithville-Sanders?
The road trip is about 86 miles (138.4 km) and usually takes 01h 53m 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?
Stampers Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.9 miles from Saint Joseph and 43.1 miles from Smithville-Sanders.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 59.3 miles (95.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.7 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.74 one way or $23.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Saint Joseph and Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near Smithville-Sanders.
Stop Ideas Near Stampers Creek
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Joseph and Smithville-Sanders. Straight-line distance: 59.25 mi (95.36 km).
#1 Saint Joseph
The most populous city in St.
| Population | 76,995 |
| Coordinates | 38.4000700, -85.8083000 |
| Altitude | 172 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Smithville-Sanders
This unincorporated community in Monroe County, Indiana, is nestled in the rolling hills and dense forests characteristic of southern Indiana.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.0596900, -86.5107700 |
| Altitude | - |
| Country | United States |
End: Smithville-Sanders (-86.51077, 39.05969)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 138 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
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 | $3.86 | $11.74 | $23.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $13.54 | $27.09 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $15.16 | $30.33 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $20.13 | $40.26 |
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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