How far is Indianapolis, IN from Kokomo, IN?
The driving distance from Indianapolis, IN to Kokomo, IN is about 58.7 miles (94.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 49.6 miles (79.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 20m 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
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 10m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Hamilton County, Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Indianapolis and Kokomo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indianapolis and Kokomo.
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Start on the route
78 m · 33 sec
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Turn left
11 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto Monument Circle
908 ft · 32 sec · Monument Circle
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Continue on North Meridian Street
11 mi · 23 min · North Meridian Street
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Continue on North Meridian Street
3.2 mi · 4 min · North Meridian Street
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Continue on US Highway 31 North
1.3 mi · 2 min · US Highway 31 North
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Continue on North Meridian Street
28.3 mi · 36 min · North Meridian Street
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 931: Kokomo
3.8 mi · 6 min
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Turn left onto East Alto Road
42 m · 3 sec · East Alto Road
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Turn straight
71 m · 10 sec
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Turn right onto South Lafountain Street
1.1 km · 1 min · South Lafountain Street
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Continue on South Washington Street
2.6 mi · 4 min · South Washington Street
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Turn right onto West Sycamore Street
6 m · 1 sec · West Sycamore Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Sycamore Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Indianapolis and Kokomo.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Meridian Street
Continue on North Meridian Street
28.3 mi · 00h 36m
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.
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Indianapolis and Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Kokomo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Indianapolis to Kokomo?
The road trip is about 58.7 miles (94.4 km) and usually takes 01h 10m 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?
Sheridan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.5 miles from Indianapolis and 33.1 miles from Kokomo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 49.6 miles (79.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.1 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 4:10 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.81 one way or $15.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Indianapolis and Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Kokomo.
Stop Ideas Near Sheridan
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Noblesville Housing Authority
Carmel City Hall
Thomas A. Weaver Municipal Complex
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Sheridan.
Indianapolis Union Station
Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana
Crawfordsville
Lafayette station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Indianapolis and Kokomo. Straight-line distance: 49.63 mi (79.87 km).
#1 Indianapolis
The sixteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Indianapolis metropolitan area.
| Population | 877,903 |
| Coordinates | 39.7683800, -86.1580400 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kokomo
The most populous city in Howard County, Indiana.
| Population | 58,243 |
| Coordinates | 40.4864300, -86.1336000 |
| Altitude | 247 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Sycamore Street (-86.13357, 40.486452)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 94 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
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 | $7.81 | $15.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.80 | $17.61 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.63 | $19.27 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.98 | $21.96 |
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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