How far is Ossian, IN from Kokomo, IN?
The driving distance from Ossian, IN to Kokomo, IN is about 73.2 miles (117.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 57.5 miles (92.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 49m 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
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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 01h 24m.
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.
Human settlement in Tippecanoe County, Indiana, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ossian and Kokomo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ossian and Kokomo.
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Start on East Mill Street
29 m · 12 sec · East Mill Street
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Turn left onto North Jefferson Street
3.5 mi · 5 min · North Jefferson Street
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Turn right
10.1 mi · 15 min
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Turn left
1739 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
21.6 mi · 23 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 18: Montpelier, Marion
1618 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight right
49 m · 4 sec
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Merge slight left onto East State Road 18
5.8 mi · 7 min · East State Road 18
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Turn left onto South Washington Street
3.4 mi · 6 min · South Washington Street
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Continue on South Strawtown Pike
2.4 mi · 3 min · South Strawtown Pike
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Turn right onto West 500 S
6.9 mi · 10 min · West 500 S
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Continue on West 500 South
2 mi · 3 min · West 500 South
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Continue on East 00 N
5 mi · 7 min · East 00 N
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Continue on East Main Street
1.5 km · 1 min · East Main Street
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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 East County Road 00 North South
1.4 mi · 2 min · East County Road 00 North South
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Continue on East Markland Avenue
2.4 mi · 4 min · East Markland Avenue
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Turn right onto South Washington Street
1.1 km · 1 min · South Washington Street
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Turn right onto West Sycamore Street
6 m · 1 sec · West Sycamore Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Sycamore Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ossian and Kokomo.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Jefferson Street
Merge slight left
21.6 mi · 00h 23m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Ossian and Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near Kokomo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ossian to Kokomo?
The road trip is about 73.2 miles (117.8 km) and usually takes 01h 24m 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?
Shadeland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.6 miles from Ossian and 37.5 miles from Kokomo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 57.5 miles (92.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.7 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 3:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.96 one way or $19.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Ossian and Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near Kokomo.
Stop Ideas Near Shadeland
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 Shadeland.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ossian and Kokomo. Straight-line distance: 57.53 mi (92.59 km).
#1 Ossian
Town in Jefferson Township, Wells County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 3,370 |
| Coordinates | 40.8806000, -85.1663600 |
| Altitude | 256 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kokomo
The most populous city in Howard County, Indiana.
| Population | 58,243 |
| Coordinates | 40.4864300, -86.1336000 |
| Altitude | 247 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Sycamore Street (-86.13357, 40.486452)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 118 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 54m |
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 | $9.96 | $19.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $11.49 | $22.99 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $12.87 | $25.74 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $17.08 | $34.16 |
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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