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Trip from Simonton Lake, IN to Kokomo, IN

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

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

Good

7 stations

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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Downtown Simonton Lake, IN, IN

Simonton Lake, IN

Tommes Frites

Downtown Kokomo, IN, IN

Kokomo, IN

Alexey Demidov

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 .

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.

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.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Kokomo Fish Chicken & Gyros

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Kokomo, Indiana

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 106.5

Hours: 10:30 am–10 pm

+17652523919

Visit website

Top Coffee Stop

Steelyard Coffee Co

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Elkhart, Indiana

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 7.6

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+15743276972

Visit website

Kokomo Fish Chicken & Gyros

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 106.5

Kokomo, Indiana

Hours: 10:30 am–10 pm

+17652523919

Visit website

The Skillet Restaurant and Catering

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 22.8

South Bend, Indiana

Hours: 3–7 pm

+15742346069

Visit website

Steelyard Coffee Co

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 7.6

Elkhart, Indiana

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+15743276972

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 106.5

Kokomo, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 106.5

Kokomo, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 68.5

Rochester, Indiana

+18668167584

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 106.5

Kokomo, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 91.3

Bunker Hill, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Red E Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 68.5

Rochester, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

InCharge Energy Charging Station

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 68.5

Rochester, Indiana

+18333994638

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 8

5 decision points cluster between mile 3.6 and 106.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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

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 Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 32 0 $11.18 $5.11
Efficient EV 26.6 0 $9.32 $4.26
EV Truck/SUV 42.6 0 $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

Night in Simonton Lake on Saturday

Local time

10:51 PM

EDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Kokomo, IN

Night in Kokomo on Saturday

Local time

10:51 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.

What kind of drive is this?

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.

64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 53.6 mi on US 31.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

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.

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

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Kokomo, IN before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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