Origin
Portage, IN
Afternoon in Portage on Thursday
Local time
12:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Portage, IN to Kokomo, IN
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 10m
Distance
119 mi
191 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 2m
★
6 AM
2h 11m
8 AM
2h 29m
10 AM
2h 17m
12 PM
2h 16m
3 PM
2h 18m
5 PM
2h 28m
8 PM
2h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Portage, IN
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Kokomo, IN
Alexey Demidov
Trip Overview
The drive from Portage, IN to Kokomo, IN covers 119 miles and takes about 2h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Airport Road, SR 49 South, US 30 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.60 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.
Midpoint
59.5 miles from Portage, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 10m. Total distance: 119 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 10m drive with frequent turns across 119 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Airport Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Portage, IN to Kokomo, IN is easy. At 2h 10m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Portage, IN to Kokomo, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Road | — | — |
| SR 49 South | — | — |
| US 30 East | — | — |
| East Morthland Drive | — | — |
| US 31 South | — | — |
| SR 931 South | — | — |
| North Washington Street | — | — |
| West Sycamore Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Airport Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Portage, IN and Kokomo, IN.
1
Start on Central Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Central Avenue
2
Turn right onto Airport Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Airport Road
3
Turn left
5.9 mi
·
9 min
4
Take the ramp slight right toward SR 49 South: Valparaiso
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
SR 49 South: Valparaiso
5
Merge slight left
6.8 mi
·
9 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward US 30 East: Plymouth
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
US 30 East: Plymouth
7
Merge slight left onto East Morthland Drive
40 mi
·
52 min
·
East Morthland Drive
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 31 South
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 31 South
9
Merge slight left
4.1 mi
·
5 min
10
Merge slight left
0.9 mi
·
1 min
11
Turn slight right
512 ft
·
7 sec
12
Continue straight
53 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward SR 931 South: Kokomo
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
SR 931 South: Kokomo
14
Turn right
217 ft
·
4 sec
15
Continue on North Washington Street
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
North Washington Street
16
Turn left onto West Sycamore Street
20 ft
·
West Sycamore Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 59.5 miles from Portage, IN, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
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 26 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.5 miles or 1h 5m 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 47m
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 Portage, 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 Portage, IN
This is one driving day of about 119 miles and 2h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Portage, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.5 mi from Portage, IN · 1h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.5 miles from Portage, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.60 one way
$37.21 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.43 | $40.85 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.90 | $45.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.27 | $52.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.7 | 0 | $12.49 | $5.71 |
| Efficient EV | 29.8 | 0 | $10.41 | $4.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.6 | 0 | $16.66 | $7.62 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Destination
Kokomo, IN
Afternoon in Kokomo on Thursday
Local time
1:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Plymouth, IN
60 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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
22 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 10m 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 Portage, IN to Kokomo, IN covers 119 miles and takes about 2h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Airport Road, SR 49 South, US 30 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 59.5 miles from Portage, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.60 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Portage, IN to Kokomo, IN is easy. At 2h 10m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Portage, IN to Kokomo, IN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Portage, IN to Kokomo, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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