How far is Kokomo, IN from Ellettsville, IN?

The driving distance from Kokomo, IN to Ellettsville, IN is about 112.7 miles (181.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 24m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 90.3 miles (145.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 49m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
112.72 mi
02h 24m
Flight
90.38 mi
145.45 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
90.38 mi
Kilometers
145.45 km
Flight Time
00h 10m

Driving Distance

Road route
112.72 mi
Kilometers
181.41 km
Drive Time
02h 24m

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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 02h 24m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Ellettsville
Wed, Apr 15, 5:31 AM EDT
Return by in Kokomo
Wed, Apr 15, 7:55 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Kokomo
2026-04-15T03:06
Arrive Ellettsville
Wed, Apr 15, 5:31 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 24m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:25 AM to 12:25 PM EDT

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

Leave by
1:40 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Kokomo
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
Speedway
IN

Town in Wayne Township, Marion County, Indiana

From Kokomo
56.4 mi
01h 12m
To Ellettsville
56.4 mi
01h 12m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
79°F
Wednesday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
15 to 21 mph SSW
Destination
81°F
Wednesday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 2:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 to 14 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Kokomo and Ellettsville.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kokomo and Ellettsville.

  1. 1

    Start on West Sycamore Street

    6 m · 8 sec · West Sycamore Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto South Washington Street

    2.6 mi · 4 min · South Washington Street

  3. 3

    Continue on South Lafountain Street

    2.2 mi · 4 min · South Lafountain Street

  4. 4

    Continue on South County Road 00 East West

    1 mi · 1 min · South County Road 00 East West

  5. 5

    Continue on North County Road 600 West

    1922 ft · 33 sec · North County Road 600 West

  6. 6

    Take the ramp straight

    1.2 km · 2 min

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    18.8 mi · 24 min

  8. 8

    Turn right onto East 226th Street

    82 m · 10 sec · East 226th Street

  9. 9

    Turn left

    98 m · 51 sec

  10. 10

    Continue straight

    98 m · 25 sec

  11. 11

    Turn right onto East 226th Street

    82 m · 10 sec · East 226th Street

  12. 12

    Turn right

    13 mi · 18 min

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward I 465, US 31 South

    1 km · 55 sec

  14. 14

    Keep slight right to continue on I 465 West

    3177 ft · 1 min

  15. 15

    Merge slight left

    4.8 mi · 6 min

  16. 16

    Keep slight right to continue on I 465 South

    19.6 mi · 23 min

  17. 17

    Take the exit slight right toward I 69 South: Evansville

    1.3 km · 2 min

  18. 18

    Continue straight

    41.6 mi · 46 min

  19. 19

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 46 West: Ellettsville, Spencer

    2831 ft · 1 min

  20. 20

    Merge slight left

    4.3 mi · 8 min

  21. 21

    Turn slight right onto East Main Street

    1.2 km · 2 min · East Main Street

  22. 22

    Turn left onto North Matthews Drive

    572 ft · 19 sec · North Matthews Drive

  23. 23

    Turn left onto West Temperance Street

    154 m · 12 sec · West Temperance Street

  24. 24

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Temperance Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Kokomo and Ellettsville.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
24 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
3 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
21.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 69 South
42.4 mi · 38%
North County Road 600 West
19.9 mi · 18%
I 465 South
19.6 mi · 17%
I 465 West
5.41 mi · 5%
SR 46 West
4.85 mi · 4%
South Washington Street
2.57 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

I 69 South

Continue straight

41.6 mi · 00h 46m

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
02h 24m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 50m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+22.4 mi
90.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Speedway
01h 12m from Kokomo
Leave By
1:40 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Light Rain Likely leaving Kokomo and Chance Light Rain near Ellettsville.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Kokomo to Ellettsville?

The road trip is about 112.7 miles (181.4 km) and usually takes 02h 24m 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?

Speedway is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.4 miles from Kokomo and 56.4 miles from Ellettsville.

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

The direct path is about 90.3 miles (145.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.4 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 1:40 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.01 one way or $30.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Kokomo and Chance Light Rain near Ellettsville.

Stop Ideas Near Speedway

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Speedway and the surrounding midpoint area.
Avon Town Hall Park
Scenic stop 7.4 mi away

Avon Town Hall Park

Avon , IN
6570 E US Hwy 36, Avon, IN 46123, United States
Rating 4.7/5 886 reviews Tourist attraction,City park
Carmel City Hall
Meeting point 14.9 mi away

Carmel City Hall

Carmel , IN
Carmel City Hall (second floor One, 1 Civic Square, Carmel, IN 46032
Rating 3.1/5 18 reviews Government office,City courthouse
City Centre
Nearby stop 5.6 mi away

City Centre

Indianapolis , IN
W Empire St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
Rating 3.0/5 1 reviews

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Speedway.

RAIL

Indianapolis Union Station

10 mi away
350 South Illinois Street
RAIL

Crawfordsville

60 mi away
Spring and Green Streets
BUS

Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana

62 mi away
1000 Smith Ave
RAIL

Lafayette station

87 mi away
200 North 2nd St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Kokomo and Ellettsville. Straight-line distance: 90.38 mi (145.45 km).

Kokomo

#1 Kokomo

The most populous city in Howard County, Indiana.

Population58,243
Coordinates40.4864300, -86.1336000
Altitude247
CountryUnited States
Ellettsville

#2 Ellettsville

City in Monroe County, Indiana, United States of America

Population6,706
Coordinates39.2339300, -86.6250000
Altitude212
CountryUnited States
Start: Kokomo (-86.1336, 40.48643)
End: Ellettsville (-86.625, 39.23393)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 181 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 45m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 49m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 15m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 52m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 36m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 24m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.98 gal
15.06 L · about $15.01
Round trip
$30.02
7.96 gal · 30.12 L
Estimated CO2
35.4 kg one way
Round trip: 70.7 kg / 156 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $15.01 $30.02
Mid-grade $4.25 $16.93 $33.85
Premium $4.65 $18.52 $37.05
Diesel $5.30 $21.11 $42.22

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 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Kokomo and Ellettsville. The current time is 03:06:17.

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.