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Trip from Mount Vernon, IN to Kokomo, IN

Drive Time

4h 43m

Distance

244 mi

393 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 30m ★
6 AM
4h 44m
8 AM
5h 11m
10 AM
4h 53m
12 PM
4h 51m
3 PM
4h 55m
5 PM
5h 9m
8 PM
4h 36m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Mount Vernon, IN, IN

Mount Vernon, IN

Veronika Andrews

Downtown Kokomo, IN, IN

Kokomo, IN

Alexey Demidov

Trip Overview

The drive from Mount Vernon, IN to Kokomo, IN covers 244 miles and takes about 4h 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 69, North Meridian Street, East 4th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 174.2 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.06 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

122 miles from Mount Vernon, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 16m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 4h 43m highway drive covering 244 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and North Meridian Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 174.2 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 24 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 174.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and North Meridian Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 204.1 miles in.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 244 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 204.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 204.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 204.5 miles (North Keystone Avenue): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

7
204.1 mi into trip | ~3h 47m 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
204.5 mi into trip | ~3h 48m 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
204.5 mi into trip | ~3h 48m in | North Keystone Avenue

Merge onto North Keystone Avenue

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
7
204.8 mi into trip | ~3h 49m 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
6
205 mi into trip | ~3h 49m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Keystone Parkway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward Keystone Parkway

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 69 174.2 mi 3h 11m
North Meridian Street 26.8 mi 34m
East 4th Street 23.9 mi 27m
Keystone Parkway 5 mi 7m
SR 931 3.8 mi 6m
I 465 2.9 mi 3m
South Washington Street 2.6 mi 4m
North Burkhardt Road 1.3 mi 2m
Longest stretch: I 69 — 174.2 mi, about 3h 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Mount Vernon, IN and Kokomo, IN.

1

Start on SR 62; SR 69

24 mi · 27 min · East 4th Street
2

Turn left onto North Burkhardt Road

1.3 mi · 2 min · North Burkhardt Road
3

Turn right onto SR 62

0.6 mi · 1 min · Morgan Avenue
4

Turn left

0.4 mi · 52 sec
5

Merge onto I 69

162 mi · 2 hr 57 min · I 69
Use the straight lane.
6

Continue on I 69; I 465

12 mi · 13 min · I 69; I 465
7

Keep slight left at fork onto I 465

0.3 mi · 19 sec · I 465
8

Continue on I-465 WB

0.8 mi · 56 sec · I-465 WB
9

Continue on I 465

2.6 mi · 3 min · I 465
Use the straight lane.
10

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 52 sec
Exit 33 Toward Keystone Avenue Use the slight right lane.
11

Turn right

172 ft · 6 sec
Toward North Keystone Parkway, West 96th Street, West 98th Street, East 96th Street Use the slight right lane.
12

Merge onto North Keystone Avenue

0.3 mi · 44 sec · North Keystone Avenue
Use the right lane.
13

Enter roundabout

113 ft · 6 sec
Toward North Keystone Parkway, East 98th Street
14

Continue

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Toward North Keystone Parkway, East 98th Street
15

Keep slight left at fork

436 ft · 11 sec
Toward Keystone Parkway
16

Merge onto Keystone Parkway

5.0 mi · 7 min · Keystone Parkway
17

Merge onto US 31

27 mi · 34 min · North Meridian Street
18

Take the exit onto SR 931

3.8 mi · 6 min · SR 931
Exit 156 Toward SR 931: Kokomo
19

Turn left onto East Alto Road

138 ft · 2 sec · East Alto Road
20

Turn straight

233 ft · 10 sec
21

Turn right onto South Lafountain Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · South Lafountain Street
22

Continue on South Washington Street

2.6 mi · 4 min · South Washington Street
23

Turn right onto West Sycamore Street

21 ft · 0 sec · West Sycamore Street
24

Arrive at destination

West Sycamore Street

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 122 miles from Mount Vernon, IN, or about 2h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 174.2 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 30m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 122 miles or 2h 16m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 42m

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 Mount Vernon, 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 Mount Vernon, IN

This is one driving day of about 244 miles and 4h 43m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Mount Vernon, 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 69 for about 174.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 122 mi from Mount Vernon, IN · 2h 16m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Champaign, IL

122 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

Champaign, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Champaign, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 122 miles from Mount Vernon, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 174.2 miles.

Arriving in Kokomo, IN

The final approach into Kokomo, 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 Kokomo, IN.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

George Rogers Clark National Historical Park

George Rogers Clark National Historical Park

National Historical Park

The British flag would not be raised above Fort Sackville Feb. 25, 1779. At 10 A.M., the garrison surrendered to American Colonel George Rogers Clark. His American army, aided by French residents of t...

20 mi from route ~51 min detour Free near mile 67.3
View on nps.gov
Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial

Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial

National Memorial

Abraham Lincoln grew from youth to manhood on this southern Indiana soil. Many character and moral traits of one of the world's most respected leaders was formed and nurtured here. Explore Lincoln's b...

26 mi from route ~65 min detour Free near mile 33.7
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$37.06 one way

$74.12 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 85 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $40.86 $81.71
premium $4.80 $46.06 $92.12
diesel $5.64 $54.21 $108.42

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$37

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 85.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 73.2 0 $25.62 $11.71
Efficient EV 61 0 $21.35 $9.76
EV Truck/SUV 97.6 1 $34.16 $15.62

Gas CO2

85 kg

EV CO2

29 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 data refreshed 3 hours ago

Origin

Mount Vernon, IN

Morning in Mount Vernon on Monday

Local time

7:32 AM

CDT

Current temp

79°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Kokomo, IN

Morning in Kokomo on Monday

Local time

8:32 AM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 21 mph 56% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 3:33AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 3:33AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH

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

1 hour later

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

15 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

4h 43m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Mount Vernon, IN to Kokomo, IN covers 244 miles and takes about 4h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, North Meridian Street, 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 122 miles from Mount Vernon, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.06 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 244 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 204.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 204.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 204.5 miles (North Keystone Avenue): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Mount Vernon, IN to Kokomo, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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