How far is Kokomo, IN from Fairfield, IN?

The driving distance from Kokomo, IN to Fairfield, IN is about 126.3 miles (203.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 59m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 90 miles (144.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 58m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
126.29 mi
02h 59m
Flight
89.99 mi
144.83 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
89.99 mi
Kilometers
144.83 km
Flight Time
00h 10m

Driving Distance

Road route
126.29 mi
Kilometers
203.25 km
Drive Time
02h 59m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 59m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Fairfield
Thu, Oct 15, 7:21 PM EDT
Return by in Kokomo
Thu, Oct 15, 10:20 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Kokomo
2026-10-15T16:22
Arrive Fairfield
Thu, Oct 15, 7:21 PM EDT
Route Timing
02h 59m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:59 AM to 12:59 PM EDT

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

Leave by
12:32 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
Muncie
IN

County seat of Delaware County, Indiana, United States

From Kokomo
63.1 mi
01h 29m
To Fairfield
63.2 mi
01h 29m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
72°F
This Afternoon

Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 1:00 PM EDT
Wind
10 mph SSE
Destination
74°F
This Afternoon

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 2:00 PM EDT
Wind
5 mph SE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on West Sycamore Street

    6 m · 8 sec · West Sycamore Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto South Washington Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · South Washington Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto West Markland Avenue

    2.4 mi · 4 min · West Markland Avenue

  4. 4

    Continue on East County Road 00 North South

    1.4 mi · 2 min · East County Road 00 North South

  5. 5

    Continue on County Road East 00 North South

    4.7 mi · 7 min · County Road East 00 North South

  6. 6

    Continue on West Main Street

    1.5 km · 1 min · West Main Street

  7. 7

    Continue on East 00 N

    5 mi · 7 min · East 00 N

  8. 8

    Continue on West 500 South

    2 mi · 3 min · West 500 South

  9. 9

    Continue on West 500 S

    8 mi · 12 min · West 500 S

  10. 10

    Continue on East Hi Way Drive

    3.2 mi · 5 min · East Hi Way Drive

  11. 11

    Continue on East Main Street

    2.1 mi · 4 min · East Main Street

  12. 12

    Continue on East 500 South

    1.4 mi · 2 min · East 500 South

  13. 13

    Take the ramp right

    14 mi · 15 min

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward US 35 South, SR 28: Alexandria, Albany

    1624 ft · 37 sec

  15. 15

    Turn left onto East County Road 600 North

    627 ft · 11 sec · East County Road 600 North

  16. 16

    Continue on East 600 North

    10 mi · 15 min · East 600 North

  17. 17

    Turn right onto North County Road 100 East

    8.7 mi · 12 min · North County Road 100 East

  18. 18

    Take the exit slight right toward US 35: Richmond, Muncie

    1554 ft · 38 sec

  19. 19

    At the end of the road, turn left onto East 29th Street

    33.8 mi · 39 min · East 29th Street

  20. 20

    Turn straight onto Williamsburg Pike

    1.6 mi · 2 min · Williamsburg Pike

  21. 21

    Continue on Northwest 5th Street

    1 mi · 2 min · Northwest 5th Street

  22. 22

    Turn left onto Richmond Avenue

    2947 ft · 1 min · Richmond Avenue

  23. 23

    Continue on North D Street

    2026 ft · 58 sec · North D Street

  24. 24

    Turn right onto Chester Boulevard

    46 m · 2 sec · Chester Boulevard

  25. 25

    Continue on North 8th Street

    14.8 mi · 21 min · North 8th Street

  26. 26

    Continue on Indiana Highway 101

    6.4 mi · 11 min · Indiana Highway 101

  27. 27

    Turn right

    2 mi · 8 min

  28. 28

    Continue on Old State Road 101

    2600 ft · 2 min · Old State Road 101

  29. 29

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

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
29 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
0 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
23 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
East 29th Street
33.8 mi · 27%
East 500 South
15.4 mi · 12%
North 8th Street
14.8 mi · 12%
East 600 North
9.97 mi · 8%
North County Road 100 East
8.71 mi · 7%
West 500 S
8.03 mi · 6%
Longest Stretch

East 29th Street

At the end of the road, turn left onto East 29th Street

33.8 mi · 00h 39m

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 59m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 58m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+36.3 mi
90 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Muncie
01h 29m from Kokomo
Leave By
12:32 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Kokomo and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fairfield.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 126.3 miles (203.2 km) and usually takes 02h 59m 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?

Muncie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 63.1 miles from Kokomo and 63.2 miles from Fairfield.

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

The direct path is about 90 miles (144.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.3 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 12:32 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.22 one way or $34.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms around Kokomo and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fairfield.

Stop Ideas Near Muncie

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 Muncie and the surrounding midpoint area.
Daleville Town Hall Park and Splash Pad
Scenic stop 12.5 mi away

Daleville Town Hall Park and Splash Pad

Daleville , IN
8029 S Walnut St, Daleville, IN 47334, United States
Rating 4.8/5 435 reviews Park
City of Muncie
Meeting point 2.8 mi away

City of Muncie

Muncie , IN
300 N High St, Muncie, IN 47305
Rating 2.6/5 14 reviews City clerk's office,City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 1 mi away

Housing Authority

Muncie , IN
2401 S Haddix Ave, Muncie, IN 47302
Rating 3.2/5 6 reviews Housing authority

Transit and Meeting Points

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

RAIL

Connersville station

65 mi away
1012 Eastern Avenue
RAIL

Indianapolis Union Station

82 mi away
350 South Illinois Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Kokomo and Fairfield. Straight-line distance: 89.99 mi (144.83 km).

Kokomo

#1 Kokomo

The most populous city in Howard County, Indiana.

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

#2 Fairfield

Township in Franklin County, Indiana

Population1,406
Coordinates39.5186600, -84.9955200
Altitude228
CountryUnited States
Start: Kokomo (-86.1336, 40.48643)
End: Fairfield (-84.99552, 39.51866)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 203 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 12m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 09m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 31m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 06m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 48m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 34m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.46 gal
16.87 L · about $17.22
Round trip
$34.45
8.92 gal · 33.74 L
Estimated CO2
39.6 kg one way
Round trip: 79.3 kg / 175 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.86 $17.22 $34.45
Mid-grade $4.46 $19.87 $39.74
Premium $4.99 $22.25 $44.49
Diesel $6.62 $29.53 $59.06

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 · Oct 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Kokomo and Fairfield. The current time is 16:22:22.

Distance to Other Cities

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