Origin
Goshen, IN
Late night in Goshen on Saturday
Local time
4:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
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Trip from Goshen, IN to Lawrence, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 8m
Distance
130.2 mi
209 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 57m
★
6 AM
3h 9m
8 AM
3h 32m
10 AM
3h 17m
12 PM
3h 15m
3 PM
3h 18m
5 PM
3h 31m
8 PM
3h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Goshen, IN
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Lawrence, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Goshen, IN to Lawrence, IN covers 130.2 miles and takes about 3h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Road 15, SR 37, Southwood Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 25.9 miles on State Road 15. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.36 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
65.1 miles from Goshen, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 8m. Total distance: 130.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 8m drive with frequent turns across 130.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Road 15 is the longest continuous segment at about 25.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 72.5 miles in near SR 13; SR 19 / North 800 West.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 130.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 72.5 miles (SR 13; SR 19 / North 800 West): Lane positioning matters here; at 122.8 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 129 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
72.5 mi into trip
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~1h 49m in
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SR 13; SR 19 / North 800 West
Turn left onto SR 13; SR 19 / North 800 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
122.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 58m in
|
I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
8
129 mi into trip
|
~3h 6m in
Take the exit toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Pendleton Pike
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 42
Toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Pendleton Pike
7
129.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Lawrence
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Lawrence
5
130.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 8m in
|
McCoy Street
Turn left onto McCoy Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Road 15 | 25.9 mi | 40m |
| SR 37 | 15.3 mi | 19m |
| Southwood Drive | 14.4 mi | 20m |
| North Jefferson Street | 11.4 mi | 16m |
| SR 13 | 9.3 mi | 11m |
| I 69 | 9.3 mi | 11m |
| Fisher Avenue | 8.2 mi | 11m |
| North 500 West | 6.4 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
State Road 15
— 25.9 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Goshen, IN and Lawrence, IN.
1
Start on SR 15
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
2
Continue on SR 15
23 mi
·
36 min
·
State Road 15
3
Turn right onto SR 15
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
East Winona Avenue
4
Turn left onto SR 15
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
South Buffalo Street
5
Continue on SR 15
8.2 mi
·
11 min
·
Fisher Avenue
6
Continue on SR 15
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
State Road 15
7
Continue on SR 15
11 mi
·
16 min
·
North Jefferson Street
8
Continue on SR 15
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
North 500 West
9
Continue on SR 15
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
County Road 500 West
10
Continue on SR 15
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Cass Street
11
Continue on SR 15
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Cass Street
12
Turn left onto SR 15
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
West Canal Street
13
Turn right onto SR 13; SR 15
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Wabash Street
14
Turn slight right onto SR 13
14 mi
·
20 min
·
Southwood Drive
15
At end of road, turn right onto SR 13; SR 18
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
East Marion Street
16
Turn left onto SR 13; SR 19
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
North 800 West
Use the left lane.
17
Continue on SR 13; SR 19
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
North Washington Street
18
Continue on SR 13; SR 19
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
South 800 West
19
Continue on SR 13
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
State Road 13
20
Continue on SR 13
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
North 900 West
21
Continue on SR 13
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
North Anderson Street
22
Turn right onto SR 37; SR 13
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
SR 37; SR 13
23
Continue on SR 13; SR 37
9.3 mi
·
11 min
·
SR 13; SR 37
24
Enter roundabout onto SR 37
105 ft
·
1 sec
·
SR 37
25
Continue on SR 37
13 mi
·
17 min
·
SR 37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Merge onto I 69
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
I 69
27
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 69
Use the slight right lane.
28
Continue on I 69
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
I 69
Exit 200
Toward I 465 South, I 69 South
29
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 42
Toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Pendleton Pike
Use the slight right lane.
30
Keep slight left at fork
181 ft
·
6 sec
Toward US 36 East, SR 67 North: Lawrence
31
Turn left onto Pendleton Pike
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Pendleton Pike
Use the left / straight lanes.
32
Turn left onto McCoy Street
416 ft
·
19 sec
·
McCoy Street
Use the left lane.
33
Turn left
59 ft
·
6 sec
34
Turn right
77 ft
·
5 sec
35
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65.1 miles from Goshen, IN, or about 1h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.9 miles.
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 29 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.1 miles or 1h 38m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lawrence, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Goshen, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 130.2 miles and 3h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Goshen, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on State Road 15 for about 25.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65.1 mi from Goshen, IN · 1h 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 65.1 miles from Goshen, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lawrence, IN
The final approach into Lawrence, 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 Lawrence, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.36 one way
$40.71 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $22.35 | $44.70 |
| premium | $4.89 | $25.06 | $50.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.75 | $57.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.1 | 0 | $13.67 | $6.25 |
| Efficient EV | 32.6 | 0 | $11.39 | $5.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52.1 | 0 | $18.23 | $8.33 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Destination
Lawrence, IN
Late night in Lawrence on Saturday
Local time
4:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
22 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 8m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Goshen, IN to Lawrence, IN covers 130.2 miles and takes about 3h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Road 15, SR 37, Southwood Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 65.1 miles from Goshen, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.36 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 130.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 72.5 miles (SR 13; SR 19 / North 800 West): Lane positioning matters here; at 122.8 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 129 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Goshen, IN to Lawrence, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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