How far is Kokomo, IN from Madison, IN?
The driving distance from Kokomo, IN to Madison, IN is about 146.3 miles (235.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 127.4 miles (205.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 35m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 17m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
City in Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kokomo and Madison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kokomo and Madison.
-
1
Start on West Sycamore Street
6 m · 8 sec · West Sycamore Street
-
2
Turn left onto South Washington Street
2.6 mi · 4 min · South Washington Street
-
3
Continue on South Lafountain Street
2.2 mi · 4 min · South Lafountain Street
-
4
Continue on South County Road 00 East West
1 mi · 1 min · South County Road 00 East West
-
5
Continue on North County Road 600 West
1922 ft · 33 sec · North County Road 600 West
-
6
Take the ramp straight
1.2 km · 2 min
-
7
Merge slight left
18.8 mi · 24 min
-
8
Turn right onto East 226th Street
82 m · 10 sec · East 226th Street
-
9
Turn left
98 m · 51 sec
-
10
Continue straight
98 m · 25 sec
-
11
Turn right onto East 226th Street
82 m · 10 sec · East 226th Street
-
12
Turn right
8 mi · 11 min
-
13
Take the exit slight right toward Keystone Parkway, Rangeline Road, Clay Terrace Boulevard
1178 ft · 29 sec
-
14
Keep slight left to continue on Keystone Parkway
5.2 mi · 8 min · Keystone Parkway
-
15
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward I 465: South Keystone Avenue
42 m · 8 sec
-
16
Exit the roundabout onto I 465: South Keystone Avenue
1346 ft · 33 sec
-
17
Keep slight left to continue on I 465 East: Keystone Avenue South
131 m · 11 sec
-
18
Keep slight right to continue on I 465 East
1.2 km · 2 min
-
19
Merge slight left
4 mi · 5 min
-
20
Merge slight right
10.5 mi · 12 min
-
21
Take the exit slight right toward I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati, Southeastern Avenue
742 ft · 16 sec
-
22
Keep slight left to continue on I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati
38.8 mi · 43 min
-
23
Take the exit slight right toward US 421: Greensburg
2181 ft · 55 sec
-
24
Turn right
532 ft · 12 sec
-
25
Continue straight
1.9 mi · 3 min
-
26
Turn right onto North Ireland Street
1854 ft · 38 sec · North Ireland Street
-
27
Turn left onto West Main Street
2149 ft · 37 sec · West Main Street
-
28
Turn slight right onto South Michigan Avenue
22.4 mi · 33 min · South Michigan Avenue
-
29
At the end of the road, turn left
1 mi · 2 min
-
30
Turn right onto South Adams Street
21.7 mi · 32 min · South Adams Street
-
31
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
36 m · 2 sec
-
32
Exit the roundabout
3.4 mi · 5 min
-
33
Continue on Jefferson Street
1904 ft · 38 sec · Jefferson Street
-
34
Turn right onto East Main Street
846 ft · 24 sec · East Main Street
-
35
Turn left onto West Street
56 m · 9 sec · West Street
-
36
Turn left
22 m · 5 sec
-
37
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kokomo and Madison.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 74 East
Keep slight left to continue on I 74 East, US 421 South: Cincinnati
38.8 mi · 00h 43m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Kokomo and Sunny near Madison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kokomo to Madison?
The road trip is about 146.3 miles (235.5 km) and usually takes 03h 17m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Marion is a useful midpoint, sitting about 73.2 miles from Kokomo and 73.1 miles from Madison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 127.4 miles (205.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:24 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.46 one way or $38.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Kokomo and Sunny near Madison.
Stop Ideas Near Marion
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 Marion.
Indianapolis Union Station
Connersville station
Crawfordsville
Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kokomo and Madison. Straight-line distance: 127.43 mi (205.08 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 Madison
County seat of Jefferson County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 11,750 |
| Coordinates | 38.7358900, -85.3799600 |
| Altitude | 149 |
| Country | United States |
End: Madison (-85.37996, 38.73589)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 236 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 49m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $19.46 | $38.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.95 | $43.89 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $24.01 | $48.03 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $27.37 | $54.74 |
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 · May 12, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.