The drive from North Madison, IN to Kokomo, IN covers 141.4 miles and takes about 3h 11m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, North Meridian Street, Lanier Drive for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.2 miles on I 65.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.11 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
70.7 miles from North Madison, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 37m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 11m. Total distance: 141.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
The drive from North Madison, IN to Kokomo, IN covers 141.4 miles and takes about 3h 11m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 80.2 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 141.4 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 80.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 101.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 101.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
80.2 mi into trip|~1h 48m in
Take the exit toward Southport Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 103
Toward Southport Road
7
101.5 mi into trip|~2h 15m 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
101.9 mi into trip|~2h 16m 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
102 mi into trip|~2h 16m in|North Keystone Avenue
Merge onto North Keystone Avenue
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
102.2 mi into trip|~2h 16m 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
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
34.2 mi
37m
North Meridian Street
26.8 mi
34m
Lanier Drive
19.1 mi
28m
South State Street
17.8 mi
27m
I 69
14 mi
16m
Keystone Parkway
5 mi
7m
State Street
3.9 mi
5m
SR 931
3.8 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 34.2 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Madison, IN and Kokomo, IN.
1
Start on Cragmont Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Cragmont Street
2
Turn left onto SR 62
1.0 mi·1 min·Clifty Drive
3
Turn right onto SR 7
19 mi·28 min·Lanier Drive
4
Turn right onto SR 3; SR 7
0.2 mi·16 sec·Poplar Street
5
Continue on SR 3; SR 7
0.5 mi·1 min·State Roads 3 & 7
6
Continue on SR 3; SR 7
18 mi·27 min·South State Street
7
Continue on SR 46
3.9 mi·5 min·State Street
8
Continue on SR 46
1.3 mi·2 min·3rd Street
9
Continue on Jonathan Moore Pike
1.4 mi·1 min·Jonathan Moore Pike
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward I 65 North: Indianapolis
11
Merge onto I 65
34 mi·37 min·I 65
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Exit 103Toward Southport RoadUse the slight right lane.
13
Turn slight right
176 ft·4 sec
14
Turn straight onto East Southport Road
0.2 mi·26 sec·East Southport Road
15
Turn left onto South Emerson Avenue
2.5 mi·4 min·South Emerson Avenue
Use the left lane.
16
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·58 sec
17
Merge onto I 69; I 74; I 465
2.3 mi·2 min·I 69; I 74; I 465
18
Continue on I 69; I 465
12 mi·13 min·I 69; I 465
19
Keep slight left at fork onto I 465
0.3 mi·19 sec·I 465
20
Continue on I-465 WB
0.8 mi·56 sec·I-465 WB
21
Continue on I 465
2.6 mi·3 min·I 465
Use the straight lane.
22
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Exit 33Toward Keystone AvenueUse the slight right lane.
23
Turn right
172 ft·6 sec
Toward North Keystone Parkway, West 96th Street, West 98th Street, East 96th StreetUse the slight right lane.
24
Merge onto North Keystone Avenue
0.3 mi·44 sec·North Keystone Avenue
Use the right lane.
25
Enter roundabout
113 ft·6 sec
Toward North Keystone Parkway, East 98th Street
26
Continue
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward North Keystone Parkway, East 98th Street
27
Keep slight left at fork
436 ft·11 sec
Toward Keystone Parkway
28
Merge onto Keystone Parkway
5.0 mi·7 min·Keystone Parkway
29
Merge onto US 31
27 mi·34 min·North Meridian Street
30
Take the exit onto SR 931
3.8 mi·6 min·SR 931
Exit 156Toward SR 931: Kokomo
31
Turn left onto East Alto Road
138 ft·2 sec·East Alto Road
32
Turn straight
233 ft·10 sec
33
Turn right onto South Lafountain Street
0.7 mi·1 min·South Lafountain Street
34
Continue on South Washington Street
2.6 mi·4 min·South Washington Street
35
Turn right onto West Sycamore Street
21 ft·0 sec·West Sycamore Street
36
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 70.7 miles from North Madison, IN, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.2 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 31 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70.7 miles or 1h 37m 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 35m
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 North Madison, 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 North Madison, IN
This is one driving day of about 141.4 miles and 3h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from North Madison, 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 65 for about 34.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 70.7 mi from North Madison, IN
· 1h 37m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.11 one way
$44.21 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg50 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$24.27
$48.54
premium
$4.89
$27.21
$54.42
diesel
$5.61
$31.22
$62.44
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: 49.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
42.4
0
$14.85
$6.79
Efficient EV
35.4
0
$12.37
$5.66
EV Truck/SUV
56.6
0
$19.80
$9.05
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (65% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
North Madison, IN
Evening
in North Madison on Friday
Local time
6:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Kokomo, IN
Evening
in Kokomo on Friday
Local time
6:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Greenwood, IN
71 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 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
3h 11m 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 North Madison, IN to Kokomo, IN covers 141.4 miles and takes about 3h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, North Meridian Street, Lanier Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 70.7 miles from North Madison, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.11 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 141.4 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 80.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 101.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 101.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from North Madison, IN to Kokomo, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
