How far is Kokomo, IN from Highland, IN?
The driving distance from Kokomo, IN to Highland, IN is about 118.2 miles (190.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 82 miles (132 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 30m 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 02h 45m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kokomo and Highland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kokomo and Highland.
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Start on West Sycamore Street
2.7 mi · 4 min · West Sycamore Street
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Continue on West Sycamore Road
1344 ft · 23 sec · West Sycamore Road
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Continue on West Sycamore Lane
2234 ft · 38 sec · West Sycamore Lane
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Continue on West Jefferson Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · West Jefferson Road
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Continue on County Road West 100 North
8.9 mi · 13 min · County Road West 100 North
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Turn left onto Michigan Street
3.4 mi · 5 min · Michigan Street
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Continue on County Road 600 East
1.1 mi · 2 min · County Road 600 East
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Turn right onto State Road 26
6 mi · 8 min · State Road 26
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Continue on East Main Street
4.5 mi · 7 min · East Main Street
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Continue on County Road 900 North
1023 ft · 17 sec · County Road 900 North
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Continue on West Main Street
2092 ft · 35 sec · West Main Street
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Continue on County Road 900 North
11.7 mi · 18 min · County Road 900 North
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Continue on South Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · South Street
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Turn left onto Sagamore Parkway South
1.5 mi · 2 min · Sagamore Parkway South
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Turn right onto Teal Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · Teal Road
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Turn left onto Old US Highway 231
1 km · 1 min · Old US Highway 231
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Turn right
1.3 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
20 mi · 29 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Bascom Street
33 m · 4 sec · East Bascom Street
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Turn right onto North Vine Street
2081 ft · 1 min · North Vine Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Wabash Street
36 m · 8 sec · West Wabash Street
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Turn left onto Garfield Street
1897 ft · 42 sec · Garfield Street
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Continue on North State Road 25
4.1 mi · 6 min · North State Road 25
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Take the ramp right toward I 74 West
1284 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
20.1 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 63: Newport, Terre Haute
1579 ft · 34 sec
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Turn left
22.9 mi · 29 min
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Take the exit slight right
3008 ft · 1 min
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Turn left
2069 ft · 48 sec
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Turn sharp left onto East County Road 600 South
649 ft · 29 sec · East County Road 600 South
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Continue on East County Road 600 South
2311 ft · 2 min · East County Road 600 South
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Turn left
6 m · 1 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 Kokomo and Highland.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn left
22.9 mi · 00h 29m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Kokomo and Sunny near Highland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kokomo to Highland?
The road trip is about 118.2 miles (190.3 km) and usually takes 02h 45m 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?
Taylor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.1 miles from Kokomo and 59.2 miles from Highland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 82 miles (132 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.2 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 1:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.73 one way or $31.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Kokomo and Sunny near Highland.
Stop Ideas Near Taylor
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Taylor.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kokomo and Highland. Straight-line distance: 82.04 mi (132.03 km).
#1 Kokomo
The most populous city in Howard County, Indiana.
| Population | 58,243 |
| Coordinates | 40.4864300, -86.1336000 |
| Altitude | 247 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Highland
Unincorporated town in Vermillion County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 22,283 |
| Coordinates | 39.7944800, -87.3958500 |
| Altitude | 191 |
| Country | United States |
End: Highland (-87.39585, 39.79448)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 190 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 28m |
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 | $15.73 | $31.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.74 | $35.47 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.41 | $38.81 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.12 | $44.24 |
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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