The drive from Austin, IN to Kokomo, IN covers 129.5 miles and takes about 2h 38m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, North Meridian Street, I 69 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 65.9 miles on I 65.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.25 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
64.8 miles from Austin, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 11m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 38m. Total distance: 129.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 38m highway drive covering 129.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and North Meridian Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 65.9 miles on I 65.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 65.9 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
908 ft561 ft
Total Climb
392 ft
Total Descent
142 ft
Highest Point
908 ft
~111 mi in
Elevation Range
347 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and North Meridian Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 68.3 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 18 significant decision points across 129.5 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 68.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 89.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 90 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
68.3 mi into trip|~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward Southport Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 103
Toward Southport Road
7
89.6 mi into trip|~1h 42m in
Take the exit toward Keystone Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 33
Toward Keystone Avenue
7
90 mi into trip|~1h 43m in
Turn right toward North Keystone Parkway, West 96th Street, West 98th Street, East 96th Street
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward North Keystone Parkway, West 96th Street...
7
90 mi into trip|~1h 43m in|North Keystone Avenue
Merge onto North Keystone Avenue
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
90.3 mi into trip|~1h 44m in
Enter roundabout toward North Keystone Parkway, East 98th Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward North Keystone Parkway, East 98th Street
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
65.9 mi
1h 10m
North Meridian Street
26.8 mi
34m
I 69
14 mi
16m
Keystone Parkway
5 mi
7m
SR 931
3.8 mi
6m
I 465
2.9 mi
3m
South Washington Street
2.6 mi
4m
South Emerson Avenue
2.5 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 65.9 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Austin, IN and Kokomo, IN.
1
Start on West Booe Road
0.3 mi·1 min·West Booe Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 31
1.7 mi·2 min·US 31
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·46 sec
4
Merge onto I 65
66 mi·1 hr 10 min·I 65
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Exit 103Toward Southport RoadUse the slight right lane.
6
Turn slight right
176 ft·4 sec
7
Turn straight onto East Southport Road
0.2 mi·26 sec·East Southport Road
8
Turn left onto South Emerson Avenue
2.5 mi·4 min·South Emerson Avenue
Use the left lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·58 sec
10
Merge onto I 69; I 74; I 465
2.3 mi·2 min·I 69; I 74; I 465
11
Continue on I 69; I 465
12 mi·13 min·I 69; I 465
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 465
0.3 mi·19 sec·I 465
13
Continue on I-465 WB
0.8 mi·56 sec·I-465 WB
14
Continue on I 465
2.6 mi·3 min·I 465
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Exit 33Toward Keystone AvenueUse the slight right lane.
16
Turn right
172 ft·6 sec
Toward North Keystone Parkway, West 96th Street, West 98th Street, East 96th StreetUse the slight right lane.
17
Merge onto North Keystone Avenue
0.3 mi·44 sec·North Keystone Avenue
Use the right lane.
18
Enter roundabout
113 ft·6 sec
Toward North Keystone Parkway, East 98th Street
19
Continue
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward North Keystone Parkway, East 98th Street
20
Keep slight left at fork
436 ft·11 sec
Toward Keystone Parkway
21
Merge onto Keystone Parkway
5.0 mi·7 min·Keystone Parkway
22
Merge onto US 31
27 mi·34 min·North Meridian Street
23
Take the exit onto SR 931
3.8 mi·6 min·SR 931
Exit 156Toward SR 931: Kokomo
24
Turn left onto East Alto Road
138 ft·2 sec·East Alto Road
25
Turn straight
233 ft·10 sec
26
Turn right onto South Lafountain Street
0.7 mi·1 min·South Lafountain Street
27
Continue on South Washington Street
2.6 mi·4 min·South Washington Street
28
Turn right onto West Sycamore Street
21 ft·0 sec·West Sycamore Street
29
Arrive at destination
West Sycamore Street
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 64.8 miles from Austin, IN, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.9 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 28 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.8 miles or 1h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 6m
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 Austin, 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 Austin, IN
This is one driving day of about 129.5 miles and 2h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Austin, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 65.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64.8 mi from Austin, IN
· 1h 11m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.25 one way
$40.49 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg45 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$22.23
$44.46
premium
$4.89
$24.92
$49.84
diesel
$5.61
$28.59
$57.18
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
3 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: good
Tesla Supercharger
Kokomo, Indiana
Tesla
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Kokomo, Indiana
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
EV Connect Charging Station
Kokomo, Indiana
EV Connect
1 DCFC
Tesla: 1
ChargePoint: 1
EV Connect: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
38.9
0
$13.60
$6.22
Efficient EV
32.4
0
$11.33
$5.18
EV Truck/SUV
51.8
0
$18.13
$8.29
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% 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 13, 2026
Origin
Austin, IN
Afternoon
in Austin on Friday
Local time
2:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Kokomo, IN
Afternoon
in Kokomo on Friday
Local time
2:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 21 mph56% chanceLive forecast
73°F
Lawrence, IN
65 mi in
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
9 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 38m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Austin, IN to Kokomo, IN covers 129.5 miles and takes about 2h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, North Meridian Street, I 69. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 64.8 miles from Austin, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.25 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 129.5 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 68.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 89.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 90 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Austin, IN to Kokomo, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 561 ft to 908 ft elevation with about 392 ft of total climbing.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
