Origin
Kokomo, IN
Afternoon in Kokomo on Tuesday
Local time
12:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kokomo, IN to Auburn, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 5m
Distance
101.6 mi
163 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 56m
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6 AM
2h 5m
8 AM
2h 23m
10 AM
2h 12m
12 PM
2h 10m
3 PM
2h 13m
5 PM
2h 22m
8 PM
2h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kokomo, IN
Alexey Demidov
Auburn, IN
Dominik Gryzbon
Trip Overview
The drive from Kokomo, IN to Auburn, IN covers 101.6 miles and takes about 2h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 69, West 500 S, East 4th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 64.4 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.88 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
50.8 miles from Kokomo, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 2h 5m highway drive covering 101.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and West 500 S. The longest continuous stretch is about 64.4 miles on I 69.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 69 is the longest continuous segment at about 64.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and West 500 S. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Washington Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 101.6 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (West Markland Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 35.8 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Washington Street
Turn left onto South Washington Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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West Markland Avenue
Turn left onto West Markland Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
35.8 mi into trip
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~52m in
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I 69
Merge onto I 69
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
100.2 mi into trip
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~2h 3m in
Take the exit toward SR 8: Garrett, Auburn
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 329
Toward SR 8: Garrett, Auburn
5
100.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 3m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 64.4 mi | 1h 10m |
| West 500 S | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| East 4th Street | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| East 00 N | 5 mi | 7m |
| County Road East 00 North South | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| South Washington Street | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Strawtown Pike | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| West Markland Avenue | 2.4 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 64.4 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kokomo, IN and Auburn, IN.
1
Start on West Sycamore Street
21 ft
·
7 sec
·
West Sycamore Street
2
Turn left onto South Washington Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Washington Street
3
Turn left onto West Markland Avenue
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
West Markland Avenue
4
Continue on SR 22
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East County Road 00 North South
5
Continue on US 35; SR 22
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
County Road East 00 North South
6
Continue on US 35; SR 19; SR 22
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
7
Continue on US 35; SR 19; SR 22
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
East 00 N
8
Continue on US 35; SR 19; SR 22
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West 500 South
9
Continue on US 35; SR 22
6.9 mi
·
10 min
·
West 500 S
10
Turn left onto SR 37
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Strawtown Pike
11
Turn straight onto South Washington Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
South Washington Street
12
Turn right onto East 29th Street
361 ft
·
7 sec
·
East 29th Street
13
Continue on South Adams Street
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
South Adams Street
14
Turn right onto SR 18
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
·
Sears Drive
15
Continue on SR 18
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
East 4th Street
16
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
17
Merge onto I 69
50 mi
·
55 min
·
I 69
Use the straight lane.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
14 mi
·
15 min
·
I 69
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 329
Toward SR 8: Garrett, Auburn
20
Keep slight right at fork
114 ft
·
3 sec
21
Turn right onto SR 8
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 8
22
Arrive at destination
SR 8
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 50.8 miles from Kokomo, IN, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.4 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 80 miles or 1h 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.8 miles or 1h 9m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Auburn, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kokomo, 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 Kokomo, IN
This is one driving day of about 101.6 miles and 2h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kokomo, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 69 for about 64.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.8 mi from Kokomo, IN · 1h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.8 miles from Kokomo, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64.4 miles.
Arriving in Auburn, IN
The final approach into Auburn, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Auburn, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.88 one way
$31.77 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.44 | $34.88 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.55 | $39.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.43 | $44.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.67 | $4.88 |
| Efficient EV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.89 | $4.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.6 | 0 | $14.22 | $6.50 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Destination
Auburn, IN
Afternoon in Auburn on Tuesday
Local time
12:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°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 5m 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 Kokomo, IN to Auburn, IN covers 101.6 miles and takes about 2h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, West 500 S, East 4th Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.8 miles from Kokomo, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.88 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 101.6 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (West Markland Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 35.8 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Kokomo, IN to Auburn, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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