This 91.9-mile drive from Alaska, Indiana to Kokomo, Indiana is a straightforward, single-day trip, easily completed in about 2 hours and 11 minutes. With an estimated fuel cost of $14, it's an economical option for a quick journey within the Midwest. The route primarily utilizes local roads and segments of Dwight D Eisenhower Highway (I-65), offering a practical way to connect these two Indiana communities. Given its short duration and manageable distance, this drive is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. You'll experience a blend of highway speeds and more local driving conditions, making it a varied, yet efficient, travel experience.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46 miles from Alaska, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 8m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 11m. Total distance: 91.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for much of this 91.9-mile journey. While you'll encounter about 16% highway driving, primarily on I-65, a significant portion involves navigating local streets. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 30.7 miles on North Meridian Street, suggesting a more continuous local road experience before transitioning to highway speeds. This profile means you'll be adjusting your speed and attention more frequently than on a pure interstate route, with a mix of quicker highway sections and more deliberate local road navigation.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Meridian Street is the longest continuous segment at about 30.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 27.2 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 91.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 27.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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27.2 mi into trip|~42m in
Take the exit toward I 465, I 74
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 69
Toward I 465, I 74
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29.5 mi into trip|~47m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 465, I 74
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 465, I 74
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30.7 mi into trip|~50m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 465 North, I 74 West: Peoria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 465 North, I 74 West: Peoria
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37.2 mi into trip|~58m in|65
Keep slight left at fork onto 65
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
51.7 mi into trip|~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward US 31 North: Meridian Street South, Westfield, Kokomo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 31
Toward US 31 North: Meridian Street South, West...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Alaska, IN to Kokomo, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Westfield along the way.
Westfield
51.7 mi in|~1h 15m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
North Meridian Street
30.7 mi
39m
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
18.2 mi
19m
65
14.5 mi
17m
I 74
5.5 mi
6m
SR 42
4.2 mi
7m
SR 931
3.8 mi
6m
South Washington Street
2.6 mi
4m
US Highway 31 North
1.3 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
North Meridian Street
— 30.7 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alaska, IN and Kokomo, IN.
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Start on Lewisville Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Lewisville Road
2
Turn left onto North Wilson Road
1.0 mi·3 min·North Wilson Road
3
Turn left onto Awbrey Road
0.4 mi·1 min·Awbrey Road
4
Continue on North Craver Road
1.1 mi·4 min·North Craver Road
5
Continue on SR 42
3.0 mi·5 min·SR 42
6
Continue on SR 42
1.2 mi·2 min·SR 42
7
Continue on SR 42
1.2 mi·2 min·West Belle Union Road
8
Turn left onto North Little Point Road
0.3 mi·46 sec·North Little Point Road
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·39 sec
10
Merge onto I 70
18 mi·19 min·Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
11
Take the exit
2.3 mi·4 min
Exit 69Toward I 465, I 74Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
1.2 mi·2 min
Toward I 465, I 74Use the straight lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward I 465 North, I 74 West: PeoriaUse the slight left lane.
14
Merge onto I 74; I 465
5.5 mi·6 min·I 74; I 465
15
Keep slight left at fork onto 65
14 mi·17 min·65
Use the straight lane.
16
Take the exit
0.1 mi·23 sec
Exit 31Toward US 31 North: Meridian Street South, Westfield, KokomoUse the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward US 31 North: Westfield, Kokomo
18
Keep slight left at fork onto US 31
0.2 mi·19 sec·US 31
Toward US 31 North: Westfield, Kokomo
19
Merge onto US 31
2.4 mi·3 min·North Meridian Street
20
Continue on US 31
1.3 mi·1 min·US Highway 31 North
21
Continue on US 31
28 mi·36 min·North Meridian Street
22
Take the exit onto SR 931
3.8 mi·6 min·SR 931
Exit 156Toward SR 931: Kokomo
23
Turn left onto East Alto Road
138 ft·2 sec·East Alto Road
24
Turn straight
233 ft·10 sec
25
Turn right onto South Lafountain Street
0.7 mi·1 min·South Lafountain Street
26
Continue on South Washington Street
2.6 mi·4 min·South Washington Street
27
Turn right onto West Sycamore Street
21 ft·0 sec·West Sycamore Street
28
Arrive at destination
West Sycamore Street
Trip Plan
For this approximately 2-hour drive, you have the flexibility to leave whenever it suits you, but an early start can help you avoid any potential local traffic. Since the total distance is only 91.9 miles and the fuel cost is a modest $14, you won't need extensive planning for fuel stops. The longest stretch without a significant break is 30.7 miles on North Meridian Street, so keep that in mind for rest breaks. While there are no specific stops noted, planning a quick break around the halfway point or just before you hit I-65 can make the drive more comfortable.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 46 miles from Alaska, IN, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 20 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46 miles or 1h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kokomo, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alaska, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Alaska, IN
This is one driving day of about 91.9 miles and 2h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Alaska, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on North Meridian Street for about 30.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46 mi from Alaska, IN
· 1h 8m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.37 one way
$28.74 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$15.77
$31.55
premium
$4.89
$17.69
$35.37
diesel
$5.61
$20.29
$40.58
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.6
0
$9.65
$4.41
Efficient EV
23
0
$8.04
$3.68
EV Truck/SUV
36.8
0
$12.87
$5.88
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Alaska, IN
Afternoon
in Alaska on Friday
Local time
12:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Kokomo, IN
Afternoon
in Kokomo on Friday
Local time
12:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 11m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Alaska, IN to Kokomo, IN covers 91.9 miles and takes about 2h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Meridian Street, Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, 65. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46 miles from Alaska, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.37 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 91.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 27.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Alaska, IN to Kokomo, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Westfield along the way.
