Spanning 96.3 miles, this trek from Roselawn to Kokomo is a straightforward journey through the heart of the Indiana Midwest. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 49 minutes behind the wheel, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. With no planned stops required, you can budget approximately $15 for fuel to complete the entire distance. Since this route avoids major interstates entirely, you will be navigating through local landscapes rather than high-speed corridors. It serves as a practical, efficient connection between these two Midwestern points, perfect for travelers who prefer a direct, no-fuss itinerary.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.8 miles from Roselawn, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 57m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
57 mi
1h 1m
SR 26
22.8 mi
33m
SR 22
11.5 mi
17m
Michigan Street
3.4 mi
5m
West Sycamore Street
2.7 mi
4m
SR 10
2.5 mi
4m
County Road 600 East
1.1 mi
1m
North 400 East
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 57 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roselawn, IN and Kokomo, IN.
1
Start on this road
13 ft·6 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto North 400 East
0.2 mi·54 sec·North 400 East
3
Turn right onto SR 10
2.5 mi·4 min·SR 10
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·36 sec
5
Merge onto I 65
57 mi·1 hr 1 min·I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·31 sec
Exit 172Toward SR 26: Rossville, LafayetteUse the slight right lane.
7
Turn left onto SR 26
23 mi·33 min·SR 26
8
Turn left onto SR 29
1.1 mi·1 min·County Road 600 East
9
Continue on SR 29
3.4 mi·5 min·Michigan Street
10
Turn right onto SR 22
11 mi·17 min·SR 22
11
Continue on West Sycamore Street
2.7 mi·4 min·West Sycamore Street
12
Arrive at destination
West Sycamore Street
Trip Plan
Given the 1-hour and 49-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. Since there are no designated stops on this 96.3-mile trip, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave Roselawn to cover the $15 cost comfortably. If you are prone to fatigue on winding local roads, consider building in your own brief pause, as the route is short enough to allow for extra time. Keep a close eye on your GPS, specifically when transitioning between North 400 East and County Road 600 East, as the turn-heavy nature of the route can make missing a junction easy. Taking this drive in the daylight is highly recommended to better navigate the local road signage.
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 50.8 miles from Roselawn, IN, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57 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 22 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.8 miles or 57m 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 41m
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 Roselawn, 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 Roselawn, IN
This is one driving day of about 101.6 miles and 2h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Roselawn, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 57 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 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 83 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|North 400 East
Turn left onto North 400 East
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip|~1m in|SR 10
Turn right onto SR 10
Navigation decision point
5
3 mi into trip|~5m in|I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
59.9 mi into trip|~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward SR 26: Rossville, Lafayette
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 172
Toward SR 26: Rossville, Lafayette
4
83 mi into trip|~1h 41m in|SR 29 / County Road 600 East
Turn left onto SR 29 / County Road 600 East
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.88 one way
$31.77 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$17.44
$34.88
premium
$4.89
$19.55
$39.10
diesel
$5.61
$22.43
$44.86
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.5
0
$10.67
$4.88
Efficient EV
25.4
0
$8.89
$4.06
EV Truck/SUV
40.6
0
$14.22
$6.50
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Roselawn, IN
Late night
in Roselawn on Sunday
Local time
2:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Kokomo, IN
Late night
in Kokomo on Sunday
Local time
3:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Dayton, IN
51 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
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 9m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged with the road rather than cruising on autopilot. Because the highway share is 0%, your journey relies on a network of local roads including North 400 East, SR 26, and County Road 600 East. This isn't a monotonous interstate grind; instead, it offers a more technical driving experience through the rural countryside. Without any long, uninterrupted highway stretches, you will find yourself managing turns and transitions frequently throughout the nearly two-hour duration. Stay alert, as the changing road names require steady attention to your navigation.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 57 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and SR 26. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North 400 East.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Roselawn, IN to Kokomo, IN is easy. At 2h 9m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North 400 East): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (SR 10): Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Roselawn, IN to Kokomo, IN, road signs begin pointing toward Lafayette along the way.
Lafayette
59.9 mi in|~1h 7m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 9m. Total distance: 101.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 57 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North 400 East): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (SR 10): Navigation decision point; at 3 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Kokomo, IN before heading back.
