Trip from Simonton Lake, IN to Kokomo, IN

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

2h 16m

Distance

106.5 mi

171 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min

4 AM

2h 7m ★

6 AM

2h 17m

8 AM

2h 36m

10 AM

2h 24m

12 PM

2h 22m

3 PM

2h 24m

5 PM

2h 35m

8 PM

2h 11m

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

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Trip Overview

This 106.5-mile drive from Simonton Lake, Indiana, to Kokomo, Indiana, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 16 minutes. You'll primarily navigate on US 31 and South Michigan Street, with a portion on the Saint Joseph Valley Parkway, making for a highway-focused experience. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $17, which is quite budget-friendly. Since both the origin and destination are within the Midwest region and the drive is relatively short, it offers a straightforward connection between these Indiana communities without the need for an overnight stay.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

53.3 miles from Simonton Lake, IN

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 16m. Total distance: 106.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (64%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive for this 106.5-mile journey, with 64% of the route utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 53.6 miles along US 31, offering a consistent pace. While the profile is described as highway-focused, transitions between South Michigan Street, the Saint Joseph Valley Parkway, and US 31 will provide some variation in the driving experience. This route is designed for efficient travel, minimizing complex intersections and maximizing forward momentum.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

US 31 is the longest continuous segment at about 53.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 31 and South Michigan Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.6 miles in near SR 19 / East Bristol Street.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 2h 16m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 3.6 miles (SR 19 / East Bristol Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.3 miles (US 20 / Saint Joseph Valley Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 23.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

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

4

3.6 mi into trip | ~5m in | SR 19 / East Bristol Street

Turn right onto SR 19 / East Bristol Street

Navigation decision point

3

10.3 mi into trip | ~16m in | US 20 / Saint Joseph Valley Parkway

Merge onto US 20 / Saint Joseph Valley Parkway

Merge point - match speed before joining

5

23.2 mi into trip | ~31m in

Take the exit toward US 31 South: Plymouth, Indianapolis

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 31 South: Plymouth, Indianapolis

4

102.1 mi into trip | ~2h 8m in | SR 931

Take the exit onto SR 931 toward SR 931 South: Kokomo

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward SR 931 South: Kokomo

4

106.5 mi into trip | ~2h 16m in | West Sycamore Street

Turn left onto West Sycamore Street

Navigation decision point

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Simonton Lake, IN to Kokomo, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Indianapolis along the way.

Indianapolis

23.2 mi in | ~31m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 31	53.6 mi	1h 7m
South Michigan Street	24.9 mi	29m
Saint Joseph Valley Parkway	12.9 mi	14m
North Nappanee Street	4.5 mi	6m
Cassopolis Street	3.6 mi	5m
North Washington Street	3.2 mi	5m
East Bristol Street	1.7 mi	2m
SR 931	1.2 mi	2m

Longest stretch: US 31 — 53.6 mi, about 1h 7m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Simonton Lake, IN and Kokomo, IN.

1

Start on SR 19

3.6 mi · 5 min · Cassopolis Street

2

Turn right onto SR 19

1.7 mi · 2 min · East Bristol Street

3

Continue on SR 19

4.5 mi · 6 min · North Nappanee Street

4

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min

5

Merge onto US 20

13 mi · 14 min · Saint Joseph Valley Parkway

6

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec

Toward US 31 South: Plymouth, Indianapolis

7

Merge onto BUS US 31

25 mi · 29 min · South Michigan Street

8

Merge onto US 31

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 31

9

Turn slight right

512 ft · 6 sec

10

Continue on US 31

53 mi · 1 hr 6 min · US 31

11

Take the exit onto SR 931

1.2 mi · 2 min · SR 931

Toward SR 931 South: Kokomo

12

Turn right

218 ft · 4 sec

13

Continue on North Washington Street

3.2 mi · 5 min · North Washington Street

14

Turn left onto West Sycamore Street

21 ft · 0 sec · West Sycamore Street

15

Arrive at destination

West Sycamore Street

Trip Plan

Given the manageable 2-hour, 16-minute duration, you can depart Simonton Lake at your leisure, but an early start will allow for a relaxed arrival in Kokomo. With no designated stops noted, consider a brief break around the halfway mark, perhaps where US 31 is at its longest stretch, to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $17, and plan a refueling stop if needed, especially before embarking on the 53.6-mile segment on US 31. This relatively short drive offers flexibility, so you can easily adjust your timing based on traffic or personal preference.

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 53.3 miles from Simonton Lake, IN, or about 1h 7m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.6 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 23 miles or 31m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 53.3 miles or 1h 7m 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 50m

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 Simonton Lake, 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 Simonton Lake, IN

This is one driving day of about 106.5 miles and 2h 16m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Simonton Lake, IN.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on US 31 for about 53.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 53.3 mi from Simonton Lake, IN · 1h 7m into the drive

city in Marshall County, Indiana, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Plymouth, IN

53 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.

Popular next leg

Plymouth, IN to Kokomo, IN

62.7 mi · 1h 23m

Pacing Suggestions

South Bend, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Tippecanoe, IN

Meal break

The midpoint is around 53.3 miles from Simonton Lake, 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

$16.65 one way

$33.30 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 37 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$18.28	$36.56
premium	$4.89	$20.49	$40.99
diesel	$5.61	$23.51	$47.03

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 37.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	32	$11.18	$5.11
Efficient EV	26.6	$9.32	$4.26
EV Truck/SUV	42.6	$14.91	$6.82

Gas CO2

37 kg

EV CO2

12 kg (68% 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 16, 2026

Origin

Simonton Lake, IN

Evening in Simonton Lake on Thursday

Local time

5:46 PM

EDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Kokomo, IN

Evening in Kokomo on Thursday

Local time

5:46 PM

EDT

Current temp

72°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

52°F

Plymouth, IN

53 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

5 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 16m 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 Simonton Lake, IN to Kokomo, IN covers 106.5 miles and takes about 2h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 31, South Michigan Street, Saint Joseph Valley Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 53.3 miles from Simonton Lake, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.65 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.