How far is Pittsboro, IN from Kokomo, IN?

The driving distance from Pittsboro, IN to Kokomo, IN is about 69 miles (111 km), with a travel time of about 01h 24m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 46.5 miles (74.8 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
69 mi
01h 24m
Flight
46.47 mi
74.79 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
46.47 mi
Kilometers
74.79 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
69 mi
Kilometers
111.05 km
Drive Time
01h 24m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 24m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Kokomo
Wed, Apr 15, 7:43 PM EDT
Return by in Pittsboro
Wed, Apr 15, 9:08 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Pittsboro
2026-04-15T18:18
Arrive Kokomo
Wed, Apr 15, 7:43 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 24m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:25 AM to 11:25 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:40 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Pittsboro
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Carmel
IN

The most populous city in Hamilton County, Indiana.

From Pittsboro
33.4 mi
00h 42m
To Kokomo
35.7 mi
00h 42m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
80°F
This Afternoon

Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 2:00 PM EDT
Wind
18 mph SW
Destination
67°F
Overnight

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 3:00 AM EDT
Wind
16 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Pittsboro and Kokomo.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Pittsboro and Kokomo.

  1. 1

    Start on North Maple Street

    13 m · 6 sec · North Maple Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto East Main Street

    2.6 mi · 4 min · East Main Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto West Northfield Drive

    1.9 mi · 4 min · West Northfield Drive

  4. 4

    Turn left onto North Green Street

    152 m · 12 sec · North Green Street

  5. 5

    Take the ramp slight right

    1203 ft · 30 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    6.8 mi · 8 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward I 465 North, US 136 West: Crawfordsville Road, Speedway

    872 ft · 19 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight right to continue on I 465 North

    1.3 km · 2 min

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    13.8 mi · 16 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward US 31 North: Meridian Street South, Westfield, Kokomo

    684 ft · 23 sec

  11. 11

    Keep slight right to continue on US 31 North: Westfield, Kokomo

    1.5 km · 2 min

  12. 12

    Keep slight left to continue on US 31 North: Westfield, Kokomo

    1233 ft · 19 sec

  13. 13

    Merge slight left onto North Meridian Street

    2.4 mi · 3 min · North Meridian Street

  14. 14

    Continue on US Highway 31 North

    1.3 mi · 2 min · US Highway 31 North

  15. 15

    Continue on North Meridian Street

    28.3 mi · 36 min · North Meridian Street

  16. 16

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 931: Kokomo

    3.8 mi · 6 min

  17. 17

    Turn left onto East Alto Road

    42 m · 3 sec · East Alto Road

  18. 18

    Turn straight

    71 m · 10 sec

  19. 19

    Turn right onto South Lafountain Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · South Lafountain Street

  20. 20

    Continue on South Washington Street

    2.6 mi · 4 min · South Washington Street

  21. 21

    Turn right onto West Sycamore Street

    6 m · 1 sec · West Sycamore Street

  22. 22

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Sycamore Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Pittsboro and Kokomo.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
22 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
3 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
31.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Meridian Street
30.7 mi · 44%
I 465 North
14.7 mi · 21%
North Green Street
7.14 mi · 10%
SR 931
3.76 mi · 5%
East Main Street
2.63 mi · 4%
South Washington Street
2.57 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

North Meridian Street

Continue on North Meridian Street

28.3 mi · 00h 36m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 24m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 50m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+22.5 mi
46.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Carmel
00h 42m from Pittsboro
Leave By
3:40 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Pittsboro and Slight Chance 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 Pittsboro to Kokomo?

The road trip is about 69 miles (111 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?

Carmel is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.4 miles from Pittsboro and 35.7 miles from Kokomo.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 46.5 miles (74.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.5 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 $9.20 one way or $18.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms around Pittsboro and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Kokomo.

Stop Ideas Near Carmel

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Carmel and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 7.3 mi away

Noblesville Housing Authority

Noblesville , IN
320 Kings Ln, Noblesville, IN 46060
Rating 4.5/5 6 reviews Housing authority,Social services organization
Carmel City Hall
Meeting point 3 mi away

Carmel City Hall

Carmel , IN
Carmel City Hall (second floor One, 1 Civic Square, Carmel, IN 46032
Rating 3.1/5 18 reviews Government office,City courthouse
Thomas A. Weaver Municipal Complex
Nearby stop 6.8 mi away

Thomas A. Weaver Municipal Complex

Fishers , IN
1 Municipal Dr, Fishers, IN 46038
Rating 4.5/5 184 reviews Business center,Association or organization

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Carmel.

RAIL

Indianapolis Union Station

24 mi away
350 South Illinois Street
RAIL

Crawfordsville

67 mi away
Spring and Green Streets
BUS

Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana

68 mi away
1000 Smith Ave
RAIL

Lafayette station

82 mi away
200 North 2nd St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Pittsboro and Kokomo. Straight-line distance: 46.47 mi (74.79 km).

Pittsboro

#1 Pittsboro

Town in North Carolina, United States

Population3,812
Coordinates39.8639300, -86.4669400
Altitude287
CountryUnited States
Kokomo

#2 Kokomo

The most populous city in Howard County, Indiana.

Population58,243
Coordinates40.4864300, -86.1336000
Altitude247
CountryUnited States
Start: North Maple Street (-86.467016, 39.863947)
End: West Sycamore Street (-86.13357, 40.486452)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 111 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 17m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 43m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 22m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 09m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 59m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 51m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.44 gal
9.22 L · about $9.20
Round trip
$18.40
4.88 gal · 18.44 L
Estimated CO2
21.7 kg one way
Round trip: 43.4 kg / 96 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $9.20 $18.40
Mid-grade $4.25 $10.38 $20.75
Premium $4.65 $11.36 $22.71
Diesel $5.30 $12.94 $25.88

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 · Apr 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Pittsboro and Kokomo. The current time is 18:18:57.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.