How far is Kokomo, IN from North Manchester, IN?
The driving distance from Kokomo, IN to North Manchester, IN is about 52.6 miles (84.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 40.3 miles (64.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 28m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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
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 01h 14m.
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.
City in Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kokomo and North Manchester.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kokomo and North Manchester.
-
1
Start on West Sycamore Street
6 m · 5 sec · West Sycamore Street
-
2
Turn right onto North Washington Street
3.2 mi · 6 min · North Washington Street
-
3
Turn right
64 m · 8 sec
-
4
Turn straight onto North Reed Road
1757 ft · 54 sec · North Reed Road
-
5
Continue on North Reed Road
1.2 km · 2 min · North Reed Road
-
6
Take the ramp straight
1.2 km · 2 min
-
7
Merge slight left
15.1 mi · 19 min
-
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 24 East: Peru, Fort Wayne
2886 ft · 1 min
-
9
Merge slight left onto Wabash Road
18.7 mi · 24 min · Wabash Road
-
10
Turn left
11.7 mi · 17 min
-
11
Turn right onto West 1200 North
1.2 km · 1 min · West 1200 North
-
12
Continue on West Main Street
1.1 km · 1 min · West Main Street
-
13
Turn left onto North Walnut Street
569 ft · 25 sec · North Walnut Street
-
14
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Walnut Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kokomo and North Manchester.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Wabash Road
Merge slight left onto Wabash Road
18.7 mi · 00h 24m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms near North Manchester.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kokomo to North Manchester?
The road trip is about 52.6 miles (84.7 km) and usually takes 01h 14m 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?
Peru is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.3 miles from Kokomo and 26.3 miles from North Manchester.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 40.3 miles (64.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.3 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 4:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.18 one way or $14.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms around Kokomo and Showers And Thunderstorms near North Manchester.
Stop Ideas Near Peru
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 Peru.
Lafayette station
Rensselaer
Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana
Elkhart station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kokomo and North Manchester. Straight-line distance: 40.34 mi (64.92 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 North Manchester
City in Wabash County, Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 5,712 |
| Coordinates | 41.0006000, -85.7686000 |
| Altitude | 236 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Manchester (-85.7686, 41.0006)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 85 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.86 | $7.18 | $14.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $8.29 | $16.57 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $9.28 | $18.56 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $12.32 | $24.63 |
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