How far is Elkhart, IN from New Haven, IN?
The driving distance from Elkhart, IN to New Haven, IN is about 74.8 miles (120.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 65.4 miles (105.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 41m 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.
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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 50m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Town in Noble County, Indiana, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Elkhart and New Haven.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elkhart and New Haven.
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Start on Pletcher Court
38 m · 9 sec · Pletcher Court
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Turn right onto West Marion Street
63 m · 11 sec · West Marion Street
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Turn left onto South 5th Street
125 m · 23 sec · South 5th Street
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Turn left onto Harrison Street
821 ft · 25 sec · Harrison Street
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Turn slight right onto Benham Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · Benham Avenue
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Turn left onto West Lusher Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · West Lusher Avenue
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Turn right onto South Main Street
3.1 mi · 6 min · South Main Street
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Continue straight
18.3 mi · 31 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Grand Army of the Republic Highway
5.8 mi · 8 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
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Turn right onto Lincolnway South
17.3 mi · 24 min · Lincolnway South
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Continue on Main Street
13.9 mi · 16 min · Main Street
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Continue straight
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
2056 ft · 31 sec
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Turn left onto West Coliseum Boulevard
1.7 mi · 2 min · West Coliseum Boulevard
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Keep slight left to continue on West Coliseum Boulevard
5.5 mi · 7 min · West Coliseum Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right
4.1 mi · 5 min
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Turn left onto College Avenue
1172 ft · 53 sec · College Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Lincoln Highway East
48 m · 9 sec · Lincoln Highway East
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Turn left
35 m · 9 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Elkhart and New Haven.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
South Main Street
Continue straight
18.3 mi · 00h 31m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Sunny leaving Elkhart and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near New Haven.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elkhart to New Haven?
The road trip is about 74.8 miles (120.3 km) and usually takes 01h 50m 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?
Albion is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.3 miles from Elkhart and 37.4 miles from New Haven.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 65.4 miles (105.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.4 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 2:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.96 one way or $19.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Elkhart and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near New Haven.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Elkhart and New Haven. Straight-line distance: 65.37 mi (105.2 km).
#1 Elkhart
The most populous city in Elkhart County, Indiana.
| Population | 52,172 |
| Coordinates | 41.6819900, -85.9766700 |
| Altitude | 229 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New Haven
City in Indiana
| Population | 15,966 |
| Coordinates | 41.0706000, -85.0144100 |
| Altitude | 231 |
| Country | United States |
End: New Haven (-85.01441, 41.0706)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 120 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 55m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $9.96 | $19.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.23 | $22.46 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.29 | $24.57 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.00 | $28.01 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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