Drive Time
2h 45m
Distance
118.3 mi
190 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
The drive from Kokomo, IN to Highland, IN covers 118.3 miles and takes about 2h 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SR 63, I 74, SR 25 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 22.9 miles on SR 63. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.97 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
59.1 miles from Kokomo, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .
The drive from Kokomo, IN to Highland, IN covers 118.3 miles and takes about 2h 45m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 18.6 miles in near SR 26 / State Road 26.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 45m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 18.6 miles (SR 26 / State Road 26): Navigation decision point; at 47.5 miles (US 52): Lane positioning matters here; at 73.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto SR 26 / State Road 26
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 52
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward I 74 West
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 63: Newport, Terre Haute
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn sharp left onto East County Road 600 South
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
On the drive from Kokomo, IN to Highland, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Terre Haute along the way.
Terre Haute
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 63 | 22.9 mi | 29m |
| I 74 | 20.1 mi | 21m |
| SR 25 | 20 mi | 28m |
| County Road 900 North | 11.9 mi | 18m |
| County Road West 100 North | 8.9 mi | 13m |
| State Road 26 | 6 mi | 8m |
| East Main Street | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| North State Road 25 | 4.1 mi | 5m |
Step-by-step road directions between Kokomo, IN and Highland, IN.
Start on West Sycamore Street
Continue on SR 22
Continue on SR 22
Continue on SR 22
Continue on SR 22
Turn left onto SR 29
Continue on SR 29
Turn right onto SR 26
Continue on SR 26
Continue on SR 26
Continue on SR 26
Continue on SR 26
Continue on South Street
Turn left onto Sagamore Parkway South
Turn right onto US 52
Turn left onto US 52
Turn right onto US 52
Continue on SR 25
At end of road, turn left onto SR 25
Turn right onto SR 25
At end of road, turn right onto SR 25
Turn left onto SR 25
Continue on SR 25
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 74
Take the exit
Turn left onto SR 63
Take the exit
Turn left onto US 36
Turn sharp left onto East County Road 600 South
Continue on East County Road 600 South
Turn left
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 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.1 miles or 1h 28m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Highland, 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 118.3 miles and 2h 45m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.1 mi from Kokomo, IN · 1h 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 59.1 miles from Kokomo, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Highland, 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 Highland, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$17.97 one way
$35.94 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $19.81 | $39.62 |
| premium | $4.80 | $22.33 | $44.67 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $26.28 | $52.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.5 | 0 | $12.42 | $5.68 |
| Efficient EV | 29.6 | 0 | $10.35 | $4.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.3 | 0 | $16.56 | $7.57 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Afternoon in Kokomo on Saturday
Local time
4:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Afternoon in Highland on Saturday
Local time
4:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
54°F
Champaign, IL
59 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
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.
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