Origin
Kokomo, IN
Afternoon in Kokomo on Tuesday
Local time
3:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
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Drive Time
2h 54m
Distance
138.4 mi
223 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kokomo, IN
Alexey Demidov
Bloomfield, IN
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The drive from Kokomo, IN to Bloomfield, IN covers 138.4 miles and takes about 2h 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 69, US 31, I 465 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 58 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.64 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
69.2 miles from Kokomo, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .
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This is a 2h 54m highway drive covering 138.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and US 31. The longest continuous stretch is about 58 miles on I 69.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and US 31. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 25.9 miles in near US 31.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 138.4 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 25.9 miles (US 31): Lane positioning matters here; at 38.9 miles (US 31): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto US 31
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto US 31 toward I 465, US 31 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward I 465 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 465
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 69 South: Evansville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 58 mi | 1h 4m |
| US 31 | 32.4 mi | 42m |
| I 465 | 24.4 mi | 28m |
| SR 54 | 11.9 mi | 17m |
| SR 445 | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| South Washington Street | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| South Lafountain Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| South County Road 00 East West | 1 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Kokomo, IN and Bloomfield, IN.
Start on West Sycamore Street
Turn left onto South Washington Street
Continue on South Lafountain Street
Continue on SR 931
Continue on SR 931
Take the ramp onto SR 931
Merge onto US 31; SR 28
Turn right onto East 226th Street
Turn left
Continue on this road
Turn right onto East 226th Street
Turn right onto US 31
Take the exit onto US 31
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 465
Keep slight right at fork onto I 465
Take the exit
Continue on I 69
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69
Take the exit
Enter roundabout onto SR 445
Continue on SR 445
Continue on SR 54
Turn right onto SR 157
Arrive at destination
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.
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 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.2 miles or 1h 31m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bloomfield, IN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Kokomo, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 138.4 miles and 2h 54m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 69.2 mi from Kokomo, IN · 1h 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
69 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 69.2 miles from Kokomo, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Bloomfield, 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 Bloomfield, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$21.64 one way
$43.27 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $23.76 | $47.51 |
| premium | $4.89 | $26.63 | $53.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.56 | $61.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.5 | 0 | $14.53 | $6.64 |
| Efficient EV | 34.6 | 0 | $12.11 | $5.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.4 | 0 | $19.38 | $8.86 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Kokomo on Tuesday
Local time
3:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Bloomfield on Tuesday
Local time
3:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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