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Trip from Jeffersonville, IN to Goshen, IN

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 17m

Distance

245.2 mi

395 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$38

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 4m ★
6 AM
5h 17m
8 AM
5h 44m
10 AM
5h 27m
12 PM
5h 24m
3 PM
5h 28m
5 PM
5h 43m
8 PM
5h 9m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Clark County, Indiana, United States

Jeffersonville, IN

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city in and the county seat of Elkhart County, Indiana, United States

Goshen, IN

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Trip Overview

The drive from Jeffersonville, IN to Goshen, IN covers 245.2 miles and takes about 5h 17m 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 13, South Detroit Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 101.9 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $38.33 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

122.6 miles from Jeffersonville, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 18m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 17m. Total distance: 245.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 5h 17m highway drive covering 245.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and SR 13. The longest continuous stretch is about 101.9 miles on I 65.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 101.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and SR 13. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 102.8 miles in.

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 19 significant decision points across 245.2 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 102.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 103.4 miles (South Emerson Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 120.4 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

7
102.8 mi into trip | ~1h 52m in

Take the exit toward Southport Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 103 Toward Southport Road
6
103.4 mi into trip | ~1h 54m in | South Emerson Avenue

Turn left onto South Emerson Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
120.4 mi into trip | ~2h 15m in | I 69

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Exit 37 Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
8
124.6 mi into trip | ~2h 21m in | SR 37 / IN-37

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37 / IN-37 toward SR 37 North: 116th Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 205 Toward SR 37 North: 116th Street
5
172.7 mi into trip | ~3h 27m in | SR 13; SR 18 / East Marion Street

Turn right onto SR 13; SR 18 / East Marion Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 65 101.9 mi 1h 50m
SR 13 37.1 mi 54m
South Detroit Street 23.3 mi 36m
I 69 18.3 mi 22m
IN-37 13.7 mi 18m
County Road 500 West 11.9 mi 17m
SR 37 11.7 mi 13m
Fisher Avenue 8.2 mi 11m
Longest stretch: I 65 — 101.9 mi, about 1h 50m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Jeffersonville, IN and Goshen, IN.

1

Start on Watt Street

257 ft · 13 sec · Watt Street
2

Turn right onto East Court Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · East Court Avenue
3

Turn slight right onto 6th Street

0.3 mi · 45 sec · 6th Street
4

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec
5

Merge onto I 65

102 mi · 1 hr 50 min · I 65
6

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 47 sec
Exit 103 Toward Southport Road Use the slight right lane.
7

Turn slight right

176 ft · 4 sec
8

Turn straight onto East Southport Road

0.2 mi · 26 sec · East Southport Road
9

Turn left onto South Emerson Avenue

2.5 mi · 4 min · South Emerson Avenue
Use the left lane.
10

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 58 sec
11

Merge onto I 69; I 74; I 465

2.3 mi · 2 min · I 69; I 74; I 465
12

Continue on I 69; I 465

12 mi · 13 min · I 69; I 465
13

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69

4.2 mi · 5 min · I 69
Exit 37 Toward I 69 North: Fort Wayne
14

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 37

3.4 mi · 4 min · IN-37
Exit 205 Toward SR 37 North: 116th Street Use the slight right lane.
15

Merge onto SR 37

0.6 mi · 56 sec · IN-37
16

Keep slight left at fork onto SR 37

9.7 mi · 13 min · IN-37
17

Enter roundabout onto SR 37

93 ft · 1 sec · SR 37
18

Continue on SR 37

12 mi · 13 min · SR 37
19

Turn left onto SR 13

23 mi · 34 min · SR 13
20

Turn right onto SR 13; SR 18

0.4 mi · 44 sec · East Marion Street
Use the right lane.
21

Turn left onto SR 13

14 mi · 20 min · SR 13
22

At end of road, turn left onto SR 13; SR 15

1.1 mi · 1 min · South Wabash Street
23

Turn left onto SR 15

0.2 mi · 22 sec · West Market Street
24

Turn right onto SR 15

1.5 mi · 2 min · South Cass Street
25

Continue on SR 15

0.8 mi · 1 min · North Cass Street
26

Continue on SR 15

0.4 mi · 38 sec · County Road 500 West
27

Continue on SR 15

6.4 mi · 9 min · North 500 West
28

Continue on SR 15

11 mi · 16 min · County Road 500 West
29

Continue on SR 15

2.6 mi · 4 min · State Road 15
30

Continue on SR 15

8.2 mi · 11 min · Fisher Avenue
31

Continue on SR 15

0.5 mi · 48 sec · South Buffalo Street
32

Turn right onto SR 15

0.2 mi · 25 sec · East Winona Avenue
33

Turn left onto SR 15

23 mi · 36 min · South Detroit Street
34

Continue on SR 15

1.2 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
35

Arrive at destination

SR 15

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 122.6 miles from Jeffersonville, IN, or about 2h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 101.9 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 54 miles or 1h in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 122.6 miles or 2h 18m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 9m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Goshen, IN than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Jeffersonville, 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 Jeffersonville, IN

This is one driving day of about 245.2 miles and 5h 17m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Jeffersonville, 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 I 65 for about 101.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 122.6 mi from Jeffersonville, IN · 2h 18m into the drive

city in Hamilton County, Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Fishers, IN

123 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

Saint Joseph, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fishers, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 122.6 miles from Jeffersonville, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 101.9 miles.

Arriving in Goshen, IN

The final approach into Goshen, 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 Goshen, IN.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Puerto Vallarta Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18122882022

Visit website

Mela Indian Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Indianapolis, Indiana

0.5 mi

Super Pollo Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Indianapolis, Indiana

1.2 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Pearl Street Game & Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18129200926

Visit website

Coffee Crossing

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jeffersonville, Indiana

0.4 mi

Quills Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Louisville, Kentucky

1.6 mi

Puerto Vallarta Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18122882022

Visit website

Mela Indian Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 105.1

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+13178692400

Visit website

Super Pollo Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 122.6

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm

+13175372478

Visit website

La Bodeguita De Mima

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 12–2:30 pm

+15027423358

Visit website

Bugambilias Mexican Cuisine

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 122.6

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13175165978

Visit website

Denny's Restaurant

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 122.6

Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13178494867

Visit website

Vincenzo's

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour Expensive

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 11:30 am–1:30 pm

+15025801350

Visit website

Addis Grill

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 11 am–3 pm

+15025811011

Visit website

Pearl Street Game & Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18129200926

Visit website

Coffee Crossing

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+18125903867

Visit website

Quills Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+15028615844

Visit website

Please & Thank You "MARK"

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 7 am–5:30 pm

+15025530113

Visit website

Sunergos Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm

+15025893222

Visit website

The Hotel Marty

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 6:30 am–2:30 pm

+15022943728

Visit website

Blak Koffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+15022903729

Visit website

Red Hot Roasters

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+15025690000

Visit website

Howard Steamboat Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+18122833728

Visit website

Big 4 Escape

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour

Jeffersonville, Indiana

Hours: 2–8 pm

+18127251046

Visit website

Muhammad Ali Center

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15025849254

Visit website

Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18777758443

Visit website

Flame Run

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Louisville, Kentucky

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+15025845353

Visit website

Reed’s Place: Steak and Chop Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $20 to $30 mile 52.6

Seymour, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18122711298

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$38.33 one way

$76.67 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 86 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $42.09 $84.18
premium $4.89 $47.19 $94.37
diesel $5.61 $54.14 $108.27

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$38

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$63–$88

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 85.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 73.6 0 $25.75 $11.77
Efficient EV 61.3 0 $21.46 $9.81
EV Truck/SUV 98.1 1 $34.33 $15.69

Gas CO2

86 kg

EV CO2

29 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Jeffersonville, IN

Night in Jeffersonville on Friday

Local time

9:57 PM

EDT

Current temp

80°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 10 mph 14% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 16 at 3:01PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

Flood Watch

Flood Watch issued April 16 at 12:24PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

Destination

Goshen, IN

Night in Goshen on Friday

Local time

9:57 PM

EDT

Current temp

51°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

29 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

5h 17m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Jeffersonville, IN to Goshen, IN covers 245.2 miles and takes about 5h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 65, SR 13, South Detroit Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 122.6 miles from Jeffersonville, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $38.33 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 245.2 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 102.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 103.4 miles (South Emerson Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 120.4 miles (I 69): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

The route from Jeffersonville, IN to Goshen, 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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