How far is Kokomo, IN from Salem, IN?
The driving distance from Kokomo, IN to Salem, IN is about 120.9 miles (194.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 90 miles (144.9 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.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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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 45m.
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.
County seat of Delaware County, Indiana, United States
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 Salem.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kokomo and Salem.
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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
8 mi · 12 min · West 500 S
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Continue on East Hi Way Drive
3.2 mi · 5 min · East Hi Way Drive
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Continue on East Main Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · East Main Street
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Continue on East 500 South
1.4 mi · 2 min · East 500 South
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Take the ramp right
14 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 35 South, SR 28: Alexandria, Albany
1624 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left onto East County Road 600 North
627 ft · 11 sec · East County Road 600 North
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Continue on East 600 North
10 mi · 15 min · East 600 North
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Turn right onto North County Road 100 East
8.7 mi · 12 min · North County Road 100 East
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Take the exit slight right toward US 35: Richmond, Muncie
1554 ft · 38 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East 29th Street
33.8 mi · 39 min · East 29th Street
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Turn straight onto Williamsburg Pike
1.6 mi · 2 min · Williamsburg Pike
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Continue on Northwest 5th Street
1 mi · 2 min · Northwest 5th Street
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Turn left onto Richmond Avenue
2947 ft · 1 min · Richmond Avenue
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Continue on North D Street
2026 ft · 58 sec · North D Street
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Turn right onto Chester Boulevard
46 m · 2 sec · Chester Boulevard
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Continue on North 8th Street
14.5 mi · 20 min · North 8th Street
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Turn left onto West Seminary Street
1526 ft · 20 sec · West Seminary Street
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Turn slight right onto College Corner Avenue
1588 ft · 21 sec · College Corner Avenue
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Continue on Liberty Avenue
2.1 mi · 2 min · Liberty Avenue
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Turn right onto South Salem Road
3005 ft · 2 min · South Salem Road
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Turn slight left onto County Road 200 East
2882 ft · 2 min · County Road 200 East
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At the end of the road, turn left onto County Road 250 South
2 m · 1 sec · County Road 250 South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 250 South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kokomo and Salem.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East 29th Street
At the end of the road, turn left onto East 29th Street
33.8 mi · 00h 39m
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 Salem.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kokomo to Salem?
The road trip is about 120.9 miles (194.6 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?
Muncie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.4 miles from Kokomo and 60.5 miles from Salem.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 90 miles (144.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.9 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 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 $16.49 one way or $32.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.9 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 Salem.
Stop Ideas Near Muncie
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Daleville Town Hall Park and Splash Pad
City of Muncie
Housing Authority
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Muncie.
Connersville station
Indianapolis Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kokomo and Salem. Straight-line distance: 90.04 mi (144.9 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 Salem
City in Washington Township, Washington County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 6,236 |
| Coordinates | 39.5964400, -84.8902400 |
| Altitude | 318 |
| Country | United States |
End: Salem (-84.89024, 39.59644)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 195 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 30m |
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 | $16.49 | $32.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $19.02 | $38.05 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $21.30 | $42.60 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $28.27 | $56.54 |
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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