Goshen to Kokomo is 90.3 miles and takes about 2h 12m via State Road 15 and US 31, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Indiana, connecting two points in the Midwest region. Expect a mixed driving experience that isn't overly taxing, making it a straightforward trip. With a relatively short distance and estimated fuel cost, this route is ideal for a single-day journey without significant planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.2 miles from Goshen, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 9m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
State Road 15
25.9 mi
40m
US 31
15.4 mi
19m
US 24
14.6 mi
18m
North Jefferson Street
11.4 mi
16m
Fisher Avenue
8.2 mi
11m
North 500 West
4.8 mi
7m
North 400 West
3.4 mi
5m
North Washington Street
3.2 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
State Road 15
— 25.9 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Goshen, IN and Kokomo, 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
4.8 mi·7 min·North 500 West
9
Turn slight right onto SR 115
3.4 mi·5 min·North 400 West
10
Turn right onto US 24
15 mi·18 min·US 24
Use the right lane.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·45 sec
12
Merge onto US 31
15 mi·19 min·US 31
13
Take the exit onto SR 931
1.2 mi·2 min·SR 931
Toward SR 931 South: Kokomo
14
Turn right
218 ft·4 sec
15
Continue on North Washington Street
3.2 mi·5 min·North Washington Street
16
Turn left onto West Sycamore Street
21 ft·0 sec·West Sycamore Street
17
Arrive at destination
West Sycamore Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 12m estimated duration, leaving Goshen in the morning should get you to Kokomo with plenty of time to spare. With only 90.3 miles, you have flexibility and don't need to rush; consider a brief stop around the halfway point if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you approach the 25.9-mile stretch on State Road 15, to ensure you have enough to reach Kokomo comfortably, as fuel availability can vary on state routes. The $14 fuel estimate suggests this is an economical trip.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 45.2 miles from Goshen, IN, or about 1h 9m 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 20 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.2 miles or 1h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kokomo, 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 90.3 miles and 2h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Goshen, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
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.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 24.5 and 90.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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24.5 mi into trip|~38m in|SR 15 / East Winona Avenue
Turn right onto SR 15 / East Winona Avenue
Navigation decision point
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24.7 mi into trip|~39m in|SR 15 / South Buffalo Street
Turn left onto SR 15 / South Buffalo Street
Navigation decision point
6
55.5 mi into trip|~1h 25m in|US 24
Turn right onto US 24
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
85.8 mi into trip|~2h 3m in|SR 931
Take the exit onto SR 931 toward SR 931 South: Kokomo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward SR 931 South: Kokomo
4
90.3 mi into trip|~2h 11m in|West Sycamore Street
Turn left onto West Sycamore Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.12 one way
$28.23 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$15.50
$31.00
premium
$4.89
$17.38
$34.75
diesel
$5.61
$19.94
$39.87
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.1
0
$9.48
$4.33
Efficient EV
22.6
0
$7.90
$3.61
EV Truck/SUV
36.1
0
$12.64
$5.78
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Goshen, IN
Late night
in Goshen on Sunday
Local time
3:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Kokomo, IN
Late night
in Kokomo on Sunday
Local time
3:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°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
21 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
2h 12m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip offers a mixed drive, with 35% of the route on highways. You'll encounter stretches on State Road 15, including the longest uninterrupted segment of 25.9 miles, before transitioning to US 31 and US 24. The road character shifts, moving from local state roads to more significant US highways. It's not a relentless interstate pace, allowing for a more varied driving experience.
35% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.9 mi on State Road 15.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 24.5 miles in near SR 15 / East Winona Avenue.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Goshen, IN to Kokomo, IN is easy. At 2h 12m with 35% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 24.5 miles (SR 15 / East Winona Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 24.7 miles (SR 15 / South Buffalo Street): Navigation decision point; at 55.5 miles (US 24): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 12m. Total distance: 90.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 25.9 miles on State Road 15. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 24.5 miles (SR 15 / East Winona Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 24.7 miles (SR 15 / South Buffalo Street): Navigation decision point; at 55.5 miles (US 24): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Kokomo, IN before heading back.
