How far is South Bend, IN from Griffith, IN?
The driving distance from South Bend, IN to Griffith, IN is about 72.4 miles (116.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.6 miles (99.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 02m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 31m.
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.
Human settlement in LaPorte County, Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between South Bend and Griffith.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Bend and Griffith.
-
1
Start on East Navarre Street
40 m · 9 sec · East Navarre Street
-
2
Turn right onto North Michigan Street
720 ft · 25 sec · North Michigan Street
-
3
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Michigan Street
45 m · 8 sec · North Michigan Street
-
4
Exit the roundabout onto North Michigan Street
1.7 mi · 4 min · North Michigan Street
-
5
Take the ramp left toward I 80, I 90: Indiana Toll Road
1.4 km · 2 min
-
6
Keep slight left to continue on I 80 West, I 90 West: Chicago
2913 ft · 1 min
-
7
Merge slight left onto Indiana Toll Road
55.2 mi · 1 hr · Indiana Toll Road
-
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West, I 94, US 6: Des Moines
3216 ft · 1 min
-
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 94 West, I 80 West, SR 51, US 6 East
543 ft · 13 sec
-
10
Keep slight left to continue on I 94 West, I 80 West
8.8 mi · 12 min
-
11
Take the exit slight right toward Burr Street
1336 ft · 25 sec
-
12
Keep slight left
61 m · 7 sec
-
13
Turn left onto Burr Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Burr Street
-
14
Turn right onto West Ridge Road
2643 ft · 1 min · West Ridge Road
-
15
Turn left onto North Colfax Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · North Colfax Street
-
16
Turn right onto East Elm Street
2643 ft · 1 min · East Elm Street
-
17
Turn left onto North Wood Street
662 ft · 31 sec · North Wood Street
-
18
Turn right onto East Miller Street
71 m · 10 sec · East Miller Street
-
19
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Miller Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between South Bend and Griffith.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Indiana Toll Road
Merge slight left onto Indiana Toll Road
55.1 mi · 01h 00m
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 South Bend and Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny near Griffith.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from South Bend to Griffith?
The road trip is about 72.4 miles (116.5 km) and usually takes 01h 31m 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?
LaPorte is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36.1 miles from South Bend and 36.2 miles from Griffith.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.6 miles (99.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.8 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 3:28 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.62 one way or $19.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.7 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between South Bend and Griffith, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around South Bend and Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny near Griffith.
Stop Ideas Near LaPorte
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 LaPorte.
Michigan City
New Buffalo, Michigan
New Buffalo
South Bend station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between South Bend and Griffith. Straight-line distance: 61.57 mi (99.09 km).
#1 South Bend
The most populous city in St.
| Population | 101,868 |
| Coordinates | 41.6833800, -86.2500100 |
| Altitude | 211 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Griffith
Town in Calumet and St.
| Population | 16,032 |
| Coordinates | 41.5283700, -87.4236500 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| Country | United States |
End: Griffith (-87.42365, 41.52837)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 116 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 54m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $9.62 | $19.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.85 | $21.69 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.87 | $23.74 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.53 | $27.05 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Indiana · May 02, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.