If you are planning a trip from Lowell to Kokomo, you are looking at a straightforward 92.2-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 59 minutes. Since this is a relatively short distance, it functions perfectly as a one-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. Your fuel budget for this drive will be approximately $14, making it a very economical excursion through the heart of Indiana. Both cities are firmly rooted in the Midwest, so you can expect a consistent regional feel as you cross the state. Because the route is efficient and direct, it is an ideal option for travelers who prefer to spend less time behind the wheel and more time at their destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.1 miles from Lowell, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 56m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
North Meridian Street
26.8 mi
34m
I 65
26.7 mi
28m
I 69
14 mi
16m
Keystone Parkway
5 mi
7m
SR 931
3.8 mi
6m
US 31
3.6 mi
5m
I 465
2.9 mi
3m
South Washington Street
2.6 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
North Meridian Street
— 26.8 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lowell, IN and Kokomo, IN.
1
Start on Shady Lane
0.2 mi·55 sec·Shady Lane
2
Turn left onto US 31
3.6 mi·5 min·US 31
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·52 sec
4
Merge onto I 65
27 mi·28 min·I 65
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Exit 103Toward Southport RoadUse the slight right lane.
6
Turn slight right
176 ft·4 sec
7
Turn straight onto East Southport Road
0.2 mi·26 sec·East Southport Road
8
Turn left onto South Emerson Avenue
2.5 mi·4 min·South Emerson Avenue
Use the left lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·58 sec
10
Merge onto I 69; I 74; I 465
2.3 mi·2 min·I 69; I 74; I 465
11
Continue on I 69; I 465
12 mi·13 min·I 69; I 465
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 465
0.3 mi·19 sec·I 465
13
Continue on I-465 WB
0.8 mi·56 sec·I-465 WB
14
Continue on I 465
2.6 mi·3 min·I 465
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Exit 33Toward Keystone AvenueUse the slight right lane.
16
Turn right
172 ft·6 sec
Toward North Keystone Parkway, West 96th Street, West 98th Street, East 96th StreetUse the slight right lane.
17
Merge onto North Keystone Avenue
0.3 mi·44 sec·North Keystone Avenue
Use the right lane.
18
Enter roundabout
113 ft·6 sec
Toward North Keystone Parkway, East 98th Street
19
Continue
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward North Keystone Parkway, East 98th Street
20
Keep slight left at fork
436 ft·11 sec
Toward Keystone Parkway
21
Merge onto Keystone Parkway
5.0 mi·7 min·Keystone Parkway
22
Merge onto US 31
27 mi·34 min·North Meridian Street
23
Take the exit onto SR 931
3.8 mi·6 min·SR 931
Exit 156Toward SR 931: Kokomo
24
Turn left onto East Alto Road
138 ft·2 sec·East Alto Road
25
Turn straight
233 ft·10 sec
26
Turn right onto South Lafountain Street
0.7 mi·1 min·South Lafountain Street
27
Continue on South Washington Street
2.6 mi·4 min·South Washington Street
28
Turn right onto West Sycamore Street
21 ft·0 sec·West Sycamore Street
29
Arrive at destination
West Sycamore Street
Trip Plan
Since your total time on the road is just under two hours, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. While no mandatory stops are required for a trip of this length, keeping your tank topped off before you leave Lowell will ensure you stay well within your estimated $14 fuel budget. Keep in mind that North Meridian Street serves as a significant portion of your journey, so check local traffic conditions for that segment before heading out. Because this is a direct, single-day route, you have the advantage of being able to leave early in the morning or later in the afternoon without feeling rushed. Focus on maintaining a consistent pace through the interstate sections to keep your arrival time predictable.
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 46.1 miles from Lowell, IN, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.8 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 20 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.1 miles or 56m 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 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 Lowell, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lowell, IN
This is one driving day of about 92.2 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Lowell, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on North Meridian Street for about 26.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 31 and 53 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
31 mi into trip|~36m 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
52.3 mi into trip|~1h 3m 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
52.7 mi into trip|~1h 4m 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
52.7 mi into trip|~1h 4m in|North Keystone Avenue
Merge onto North Keystone Avenue
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
53 mi into trip|~1h 5m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.41 one way
$28.83 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$15.83
$31.65
premium
$4.89
$17.74
$35.49
diesel
$5.61
$20.36
$40.71
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: 32.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.7
0
$9.68
$4.43
Efficient EV
23.1
0
$8.07
$3.69
EV Truck/SUV
36.9
0
$12.91
$5.90
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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 12, 2026
Origin
Lowell, IN
Late night
in Lowell on Sunday
Local time
4:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Mostly Cloudy then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 10 to 16 mph52% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 3:58PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 3:58PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Destination
Kokomo, IN
Late night
in Kokomo on Sunday
Local time
4:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 16 to 24 mph61% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 3:58PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 3:58PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
73°F
Lawrence, IN
46 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
1 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
1h 59m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a trip defined by a highway-focused personality, as roughly 62% of your travel time will be spent on major routes like I-65 and I-69. You will navigate through a mix of fast-paced interstate segments and local roads, including a notable 26.8-mile stretch on North Meridian Street. This specific section represents the longest uninterrupted portion of your drive, requiring steady attention as you transition between road types. The overall character of the route leans toward utility and speed, favoring efficiency over winding, technical backroads. By balancing these arterial roads with local connectors, the drive maintains a steady rhythm that helps you reach Kokomo without unnecessary complexity.
62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.8 mi on North Meridian Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on North Meridian Street and I 65. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 31 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 92.2 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 31 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
898 ft694 ft
Total Climb
303 ft
Total Descent
185 ft
Highest Point
898 ft
~79 mi in
Elevation Range
204 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 59m. Total distance: 92.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.8 miles on North Meridian Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Kokomo, IN before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 31 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Kokomo, IN before heading back.
