How far is Kokomo, IN from Olive, IN?
The driving distance from Kokomo, IN to Olive, IN is about 99.2 miles (159.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 85.4 miles (137.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 17m 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
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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 08m.
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.
Unincorporated community in Marshall County, Indiana
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kokomo and Olive.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kokomo and Olive.
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Start on West Sycamore Street
6 m · 5 sec · West Sycamore Street
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Turn right onto North Washington Street
3.2 mi · 6 min · North Washington Street
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Turn right
64 m · 8 sec
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Turn straight onto North Reed Road
1757 ft · 54 sec · North Reed Road
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Continue on North Reed Road
1.2 km · 2 min · North Reed Road
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Take the ramp straight
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
78.7 mi · 1 hr 37 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20 WEST, US 31 NORTH: Niles MI, Michigan City
1263 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left onto Saint Joseph Valley Parkway
8.4 mi · 10 min · Saint Joseph Valley Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20 West: Michigan City
6.1 mi · 9 min
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Turn left onto Smilax Road
3041 ft · 2 min · Smilax Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Smilax Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kokomo and Olive.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
North Reed Road
Merge slight left
78.7 mi · 01h 37m
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 Likely near Olive.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kokomo to Olive?
The road trip is about 99.2 miles (159.6 km) and usually takes 02h 08m 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?
Walnut is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.6 miles from Kokomo and 49.6 miles from Olive.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 85.4 miles (137.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.8 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 2:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.52 one way or $27.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms around Kokomo and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Olive.
Stop Ideas Near Walnut
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 Walnut.
South Bend station
Elkhart station
Niles station
New Buffalo, Michigan
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kokomo and Olive. Straight-line distance: 85.44 mi (137.5 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 Olive
Unincorporated community in St.
| Population | 3,233 |
| Coordinates | 41.7000500, -86.4480700 |
| Altitude | 226 |
| Country | United States |
End: Olive (-86.44807, 41.70005)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 160 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.86 | $13.52 | $27.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $15.59 | $31.19 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $17.46 | $34.92 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $23.17 | $46.35 |
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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