How far is Kokomo, IN from Valparaiso, IN?
The driving distance from Kokomo, IN to Valparaiso, IN is about 107.4 miles (172.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 83.6 miles (134.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 46m 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.
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 23m.
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.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Areas Of Frost then Rain Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kokomo and Valparaiso.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kokomo and Valparaiso.
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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
58.2 mi · 1 hr 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 30 West: Valparaiso
1453 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
42.8 mi · 56 min
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Turn right onto South Washington Street
1.6 km · 3 min · South Washington Street
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Turn left onto Walnut Street
11 m · 2 sec · Walnut Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Walnut Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kokomo and Valparaiso.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Reed Road
Merge slight left
58.2 mi · 01h 13m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Kokomo and Areas Of Frost then Rain Likely near Valparaiso.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kokomo to Valparaiso?
The road trip is about 107.4 miles (172.8 km) and usually takes 02h 23m 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?
Argos is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.7 miles from Kokomo and 53.7 miles from Valparaiso.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83.6 miles (134.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.8 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 1:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.29 one way or $28.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.7 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Kokomo and Valparaiso, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Kokomo and Areas Of Frost then Rain Likely near Valparaiso.
Stop Ideas Near Argos
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 Argos.
South Bend station
Elkhart station
Niles station
New Buffalo, Michigan
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kokomo and Valparaiso. Straight-line distance: 83.59 mi (134.53 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 Valparaiso
Town in Porter County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 33,944 |
| Coordinates | 41.4730900, -87.0611400 |
| Altitude | 242 |
| Country | United States |
End: Valparaiso (-87.06114, 41.47309)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 173 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 20m |
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 | $3.77 | $14.29 | $28.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.12 | $32.24 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.64 | $35.28 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $20.10 | $40.20 |
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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