Origin
New Albany, IN
Afternoon in New Albany on Saturday
Local time
12:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Albany, IN to Goshen, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
37.7 mi
61 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Albany, IN
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Goshen, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from New Albany, IN to Goshen, IN covers 37.7 miles and takes about 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, I 265, West McClain Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.1 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.89 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 37.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 49m highway drive covering 37.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and I 265. The longest continuous stretch is about 23.1 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 14 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 23.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and I 265. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Spring Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 37.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Spring Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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West Spring Street
Turn left onto West Spring Street
Navigation decision point
6
1.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the exit toward I 265 East, SR 62 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 121
Toward I 265 East, SR 62 East
6
8.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 65 North, I 65 South: Indianapolis, Louisville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7
Toward I 65 North, I 65 South: Indianapolis, Lo...
5
8.4 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
6
32.3 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward SR 56: Salem, Scottsburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 29
Toward SR 56: Salem, Scottsburg
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between New Albany, IN and Goshen, IN, road signs point toward Louisville and Scottsburg.
Louisville
8.1 mi in
|
~10m
Scottsburg
32.3 mi in
|
~37m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 23.1 mi | 24m |
| I 265 | 6 mi | 6m |
| West McClain Avenue | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| I 64 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| South Goshen Road | 1 mi | 3m |
| West Spring Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| State Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Lovers Lane | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 23.1 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Albany, IN and Goshen, IN.
1
Start on State Street
25 ft
·
8 sec
·
State Street
2
Turn left onto West Spring Street
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
West Spring Street
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
4
Merge onto I 64; US 150
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 64; US 150
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 121
Toward I 265 East, SR 62 East
6
Continue on I 265; SR 62
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
I 265; SR 62
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 7
Toward I 65 North, I 65 South: Indianapolis, Louisville
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
9
Merge onto I 65
23 mi
·
24 min
·
I 65
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 29
Toward SR 56: Salem, Scottsburg
11
Turn right onto SR 56
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
West McClain Avenue
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn right onto South Goshen Road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South Goshen Road
13
At end of road, turn left onto East Lovers Lane
12 ft
·
0 sec
·
East Lovers Lane
14
Arrive at destination
East Lovers Lane
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.8 mi from New Albany, IN · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.8 miles from New Albany, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Goshen, IN
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Goshen, IN if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.89 one way
$11.79 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.47 | $12.94 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.26 | $14.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.32 | $16.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.96 | $1.81 |
| Efficient EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.30 | $1.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.28 | $2.41 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Goshen, IN
Afternoon in Goshen on Saturday
Local time
12:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
49m 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 New Albany, IN to Goshen, IN covers 37.7 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, I 265, West McClain Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.8 miles from New Albany, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.89 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 37.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Spring Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between New Albany, IN and Goshen, IN, road signs point toward Louisville and Scottsburg.
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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