Drive Time
2h 3m
Distance
93.5 mi
150 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
Photo: Abhishek Navlakha
The drive from Kokomo, IN to Lowell, IN covers 93.5 miles and takes about 2h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 31, I 65, I 69 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 30.6 miles on US 31. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.20 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
46.7 miles from Kokomo, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
This is a 2h 3m highway drive covering 93.5 miles, with most of the trip on US 31 and I 65. The longest continuous stretch is about 30.6 miles on US 31.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 31 and I 65. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 33.9 miles in.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 93.5 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 33.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.1 miles (Keystone Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.6 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.
Take the exit toward Keystone Parkway, Rangeline Road, Clay Terrace Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto Keystone Parkway toward Keystone Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward I 465 East: Keystone Avenue South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward I 465 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Emerson Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 31 | 30.6 mi | 40m |
| I 65 | 27.2 mi | 29m |
| I 69 | 13.6 mi | 15m |
| Keystone Parkway | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| I 465 | 4 mi | 4m |
| South Emerson Avenue | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| South Washington Street | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| South Lafountain Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Kokomo, IN and Lowell, 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
Keep slight left at fork onto Keystone Parkway
Enter roundabout
Continue
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 465
Merge onto I 69; I 465
Continue on I 69; I 74; I 465
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn straight onto South Emerson Avenue
Turn right onto East Southport Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 65
Take the exit
Turn straight onto US 31
Turn right onto Shady Lane
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 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.7 miles or 1h 6m 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 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lowell, 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 93.5 miles and 2h 3m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.7 mi from Kokomo, IN · 1h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 46.7 miles from Kokomo, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Lowell, 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 Lowell, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$14.20 one way
$28.40 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $15.66 | $31.31 |
| premium | $4.80 | $17.65 | $35.30 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.77 | $41.54 |
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: 32.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.1 | 0 | $9.82 | $4.49 |
| Efficient EV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.18 | $3.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.4 | 0 | $13.09 | $5.98 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Afternoon in Kokomo on Saturday
Local time
4:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Afternoon in Lowell on Saturday
Local time
4:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
76°F
Cincinnati, OH
47 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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