How far is Bedford, IN from Goshen, IN?

The driving distance from Bedford, IN to Goshen, IN is about 53.2 miles (85.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 06m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 43.9 miles (70.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
53.19 mi
01h 06m
Flight
43.89 mi
70.63 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
43.89 mi
Kilometers
70.63 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
53.19 mi
Kilometers
85.6 km
Drive Time
01h 06m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 06m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Goshen
Tue, Apr 21, 7:26 PM EDT
Return by in Bedford
Tue, Apr 21, 8:32 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Bedford
2026-04-21T18:19
Arrive Goshen
Tue, Apr 21, 7:26 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 06m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:06 AM to 11:06 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:18 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Bedford
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Brownstown
IN

Town in Indiana, United States

From Bedford
27.9 mi
00h 33m
To Goshen
25.3 mi
00h 33m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
77°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, Apr 21 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 12 mph SSW
Destination
76°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, Apr 21 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Bedford and Goshen.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bedford and Goshen.

  1. 1

    Start on L Street

    14 m · 8 sec · L Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto 16th Street

    24.2 mi · 34 min · 16th Street

  3. 3

    Continue on West Commerce Street

    1.7 mi · 3 min · West Commerce Street

  4. 4

    Continue straight

    1.8 mi · 2 min

  5. 5

    Turn left

    8.7 mi · 12 min

  6. 6

    Turn slight left

    2.3 mi · 3 min

  7. 7

    Take the ramp right

    1209 ft · 29 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    11.5 mi · 12 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 56 East: Scottsburg

    1197 ft · 41 sec

  10. 10

    Turn straight onto West McClain Avenue

    4.3 mi · 7 min · West McClain Avenue

  11. 11

    Turn right onto South Goshen Road

    1 mi · 4 min · South Goshen Road

  12. 12

    At the end of the road, turn left onto East Lovers Lane

    4 m · 1 sec · East Lovers Lane

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Lovers Lane

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Bedford and Goshen.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
13 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
24.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
16th Street
24.2 mi · 46%
West Commerce Street
15.2 mi · 29%
West McClain Avenue
4.25 mi · 8%
South Goshen Road
1.01 mi · 2%
SR 56 East
0.23 mi
L Street
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

16th Street

Turn left onto 16th Street

24.2 mi · 00h 34m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 06m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.3 mi
43.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Brownstown
00h 33m from Bedford
Leave By
4:18 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Bedford and Mostly Sunny near Goshen.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Bedford to Goshen?

The road trip is about 53.2 miles (85.6 km) and usually takes 01h 06m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Brownstown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.9 miles from Bedford and 25.3 miles from Goshen.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 43.9 miles (70.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:18 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.09 one way or $14.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Bedford and Mostly Sunny near Goshen.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Bedford and Goshen. Straight-line distance: 43.89 mi (70.63 km).

Bedford

#1 Bedford

Town in Lawrence County, Indiana, United States

Population13,233
Coordinates38.8611600, -86.4872100
Altitude209
CountryUnited States
Goshen

#2 Goshen

City in Indiana, United States

Population34,168
Coordinates38.6714500, -85.7096900
Altitude189
CountryUnited States
Start: L Street (-86.487241, 38.86116)
End: East Lovers Lane (-85.70969, 38.67149)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 86 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 46m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 19m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 03m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 53m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 45m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 39m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.88 gal
7.1 L · about $7.09
Round trip
$14.18
3.76 gal · 14.2 L
Estimated CO2
16.7 kg one way
Round trip: 33.4 kg / 74 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $7.09 $14.18
Mid-grade $4.25 $8.00 $15.99
Premium $4.65 $8.75 $17.50
Diesel $5.30 $9.97 $19.94

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Indiana · Apr 21, 2026

There is no time difference between Bedford and Goshen. The current time is 18:19:32.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.