Driving Directions to New Paris, IN

New Paris sits along State Road 15 in southeastern Elkhart County, roughly midway between Goshen and Warsaw. It is a small community that does not appear on every map, but reaching it is straightforward once you know the key highways. SR-15 runs directly through town, and the Indiana Toll Road (I-80/90) provides interstate access about 15 miles to the north.

Below are driving directions from five major cities, with real highway numbers and approximate travel times under normal conditions.

From Indianapolis (approximately 2 hours 40 minutes)

Take US-31 N from Indianapolis through Kokomo and Peru, continuing north into Northern Indiana. At US-30 near Plymouth, you can continue north on US-31 to US-6, then head east to SR-15 S into New Paris. Alternatively, from US-30 continue east to Warsaw and pick up SR-15 N, heading north through Milford and into New Paris. The total distance is approximately 155 miles. The US-31 corridor is mostly two-lane north of Peru, with passing zones and occasional small-town speed reductions. Allow a bit of extra time if you are not familiar with the route.

From Chicago (approximately 2 hours 20 minutes)

Take I-90 East (Indiana Toll Road) from the Chicago area across Northern Indiana. Exit at SR-15 (Exit 101 near Goshen) and head south on SR-15. New Paris is approximately 8 miles south of Goshen on SR-15. The total distance is about 135 miles. The toll road is a straightforward drive, and the SR-15 exit puts you on a direct route south into New Paris. Toll costs for the Indiana Toll Road are approximately $8 to $10 for passenger vehicles. To avoid tolls, you can take US-20 east across Northern Indiana, though this adds 15 to 20 minutes to the drive.

From Fort Wayne (approximately 1 hour 20 minutes)

Head west from Fort Wayne on US-30 through Columbia City and Warsaw. In Warsaw, turn north onto SR-15 and follow it through Milford and north into New Paris. The total distance is about 75 miles. This is an entirely toll-free route on well-maintained surface highways. The stretch of US-30 between Fort Wayne and Warsaw is a mix of four-lane divided highway and two-lane road, with some construction zones common during warmer months. SR-15 north of Warsaw is a pleasant two-lane road through farm country.

From South Bend (approximately 40 minutes)

Head east from South Bend on US-20 through Mishawaka and into Elkhart County. In Goshen, turn south onto SR-15 and follow it about 8 miles into New Paris. The total distance is approximately 35 miles. This is one of the quickest routes, mostly on four-lane highway through the Elkhart-Goshen corridor. US-20 can have heavier traffic near the Elkhart commercial district, but the drive is otherwise easy. You can also take the Indiana Toll Road (I-80/90) east to the SR-15 exit if you prefer interstate driving.

From Toledo, Ohio (approximately 2 hours 45 minutes)

Take I-80/90 West (Ohio Turnpike into Indiana Toll Road) from Toledo across northern Ohio and into Indiana. Exit at SR-15 (Exit 101) and head south into Goshen, continuing about 8 miles on SR-15 to New Paris. The total distance is approximately 170 miles. This route is almost entirely on interstate and toll road, making it a fast and straightforward drive. Toll costs vary depending on where you enter the turnpike in Ohio — expect to pay $10 to $15 total for the Ohio and Indiana toll sections combined.