How far is Kokomo, IN from Kendallville, IN?
The driving distance from Kokomo, IN to Kendallville, IN is about 106.1 miles (170.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 80 miles (128.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 36m 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. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 18m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Town in Huntington and Wells counties, Indiana
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Cloudy then Rain Showers Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kokomo and Kendallville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kokomo and Kendallville.
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Start on West Sycamore Street
6 m · 8 sec · West Sycamore Street
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Turn left onto South Washington Street
1.1 km · 1 min · South Washington Street
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Turn left onto West Markland Avenue
2.4 mi · 4 min · West Markland Avenue
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Continue on East County Road 00 North South
1.4 mi · 2 min · East County Road 00 North South
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Continue on County Road East 00 North South
4.7 mi · 7 min · County Road East 00 North South
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Continue on West Main Street
1.5 km · 1 min · West Main Street
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Continue on East 00 N
5 mi · 7 min · East 00 N
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Continue on West 500 South
2 mi · 3 min · West 500 South
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Continue on West 500 S
6.9 mi · 10 min · West 500 S
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Turn left onto Strawtown Pike
2.4 mi · 3 min · Strawtown Pike
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Turn straight onto South Washington Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · South Washington Street
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Turn right onto East 29th Street
110 m · 7 sec · East 29th Street
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Continue on South Adams Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · South Adams Street
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Turn right onto Sears Drive
2455 ft · 34 sec · Sears Drive
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Continue on East 4th Street
5.4 mi · 6 min · East 4th Street
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Turn left
1524 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
46.6 mi · 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 3 North: Lima Road
1220 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto Lima Road
13.5 mi · 20 min · Lima Road
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Continue straight
8.5 mi · 11 min
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East Rush Street
14 m · 2 sec · East Rush Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Rush Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kokomo and Kendallville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East 4th Street
Merge slight left
46.6 mi · 00h 51m
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 leaving Kokomo and Mostly Cloudy then Rain Showers Likely near Kendallville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kokomo to Kendallville?
The road trip is about 106.1 miles (170.8 km) and usually takes 02h 18m 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?
Markle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53 miles from Kokomo and 53.1 miles from Kendallville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 80 miles (128.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.1 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 1:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.44 one way or $28.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms around Kokomo and Mostly Cloudy then Rain Showers Likely near Kendallville.
Stop Ideas Near Markle
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 Markle.
Waterloo
Bryan
Elkhart station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kokomo and Kendallville. Straight-line distance: 80.05 mi (128.82 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 Kendallville
City in Indiana, USA
| Population | 9,893 |
| Coordinates | 41.4414400, -85.2649800 |
| Altitude | 301 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kendallville (-85.26498, 41.44144)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 171 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 19m |
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 | $3.86 | $14.44 | $28.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $16.66 | $33.32 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $18.66 | $37.31 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $24.76 | $49.53 |
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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