Drive Time
42m
Distance
32.9 mi
53 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Photo: Kelly
The drive from Goshen, IN to Clarksville, IN covers 32.9 miles and takes about 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, SR 56, South Goshen Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 26.8 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.00 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
16.5 miles from Goshen, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
This is a 42m highway drive covering 32.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and SR 56. The longest continuous stretch is about 26.8 miles on I 65.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
108 ft
Total Descent
278 ft
Highest Point
629 ft
~11 mi in
Elevation Range
174 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and SR 56. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Goshen Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 42m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Goshen Road): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (SR 56): Lane positioning matters here; at 32.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto South Goshen Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto SR 56
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Eastern Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn right onto Eastern Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto East Brooks Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 26.8 mi | 29m |
| SR 56 | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| South Goshen Road | 1 mi | 3m |
| US 31 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Eastern Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Brooks Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Lovers Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Goshen, IN and Clarksville, IN.
Start on East Lovers Lane
Turn right onto South Goshen Road
Turn left onto SR 56
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 65
Take the exit
Turn straight onto US 31
Turn right onto Eastern Boulevard
Turn left onto East Brooks Avenue
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 32.9 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.5 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clarksville, IN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Goshen, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Goshen, IN
This is one driving day of about 32.9 miles and 42m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.5 mi from Goshen, IN · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 32.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 16.5 miles from Goshen, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Clarksville, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Clarksville, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$5.00 one way
$9.99 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $5.51 | $11.02 |
| premium | $4.80 | $6.21 | $12.42 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.31 | $14.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.45 | $1.58 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.88 | $1.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.61 | $2.11 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Evening in Goshen on Saturday
Local time
8:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Evening in Clarksville on Saturday
Local time
8:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
76°F
Cincinnati, OH
16 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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