Origin
South Haven, IN
Late night in South Haven on Sunday
Local time
1:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Haven, 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 33m
Distance
113.8 mi
183 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 23m
★
6 AM
2h 34m
8 AM
2h 54m
10 AM
2h 41m
12 PM
2h 39m
3 PM
2h 42m
5 PM
2h 53m
8 PM
2h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Haven, IN
Mike Norris
Kokomo, IN
Alexey Demidov
Trip Overview
This 115.8-mile journey from South Haven, Indiana, to Kokomo, Indiana, is designed as a single-day adventure, taking approximately 2 hours and 13 minutes to complete. You'll navigate primarily on local roads, with no highway driving involved, making it a turn-heavy but straightforward trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $18, this drive through the Midwest is an economical option for a quick getaway or a practical way to connect two points within the state. Given its manageable length and duration, it's perfectly suited for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
56.9 miles from South Haven, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 31 | 57.7 mi | 1h 12m |
| East Morthland Drive | 42.4 mi | 55m |
| North Washington Street | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| North State Road 149 | 3 mi | 4m |
| West Lincolnway | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| SR 931 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| State Road 130 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| West 700 North | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 31
— 57.7 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Haven, IN and Kokomo, IN.
1
Start on Fremont Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Fremont Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto West 700 North
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West 700 North
3
Turn right onto SR 149
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
North State Road 149
4
At end of road, turn left onto State Road 130
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
State Road 130
5
Continue on West Lincolnway
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
West Lincolnway
6
Turn right onto Campbell Street
341 ft
·
9 sec
·
Campbell Street
7
Continue on Indiana Avenue
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Indiana Avenue
8
Turn right onto South Washington Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Washington Street
9
Turn left onto US 30; SR 2
42 mi
·
55 min
·
East Morthland Drive
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 31 South
11
Merge onto US 31
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
US 31
12
Merge onto US 31
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 31
13
Turn slight right
512 ft
·
6 sec
14
Continue on US 31
53 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
US 31
15
Take the exit onto SR 931
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
SR 931
Toward SR 931 South: Kokomo
16
Turn right
218 ft
·
4 sec
17
Continue on North Washington Street
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
North Washington Street
18
Turn left onto West Sycamore Street
21 ft
·
0 sec
·
West Sycamore Street
19
Arrive at destination
West Sycamore Street
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour, 115.8-mile trip, starting your drive in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight and allow for spontaneous stops. Since there are no designated stops in the data, you have the flexibility to pull over as needed. Pay close attention to the numerous turns, especially as you transition between roads like North State Road 149 and State Road 130. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, though the estimated $18 cost suggests it's a relatively inexpensive fill-up. This route is short enough that you won't need to plan for overnight stays, giving you control over your schedule.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 56.9 miles from South Haven, IN, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.7 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 25 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.9 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 5m
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 South Haven, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 South Haven, IN
This is one driving day of about 113.8 miles and 2h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from South Haven, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 31 for about 57.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 56.9 miles from South Haven, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 109.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
West 700 North
At end of road, turn left onto West 700 North
Navigation decision point
4
4.1 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
State Road 130
At end of road, turn left onto State Road 130
Navigation decision point
4
8 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
South Washington Street
Turn right onto South Washington Street
Navigation decision point
4
51 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward US 31 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 31 South
4
109.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 25m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.79 one way
$35.58 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $19.53 | $39.07 |
| premium | $4.89 | $21.90 | $43.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.13 | $50.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.1 | 0 | $11.95 | $5.46 |
| Efficient EV | 28.5 | 0 | $9.96 | $4.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.5 | 0 | $15.93 | $7.28 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Destination
Kokomo, IN
Late night in Kokomo on Sunday
Local time
2:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Plymouth, IN
57 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 33m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Indiana Dunes National Park
National Park
Lake Michigan's might has influenced Indiana Dunes for millennia. Wind and waves have shaped the land, leaving a rich mosaic of habitats along these 15 miles of Indiana coast. Over 50 miles of trails...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
$20
Park Closure: Partial Closures to Marquette Greenway Trail and Glenwood Dunes Trail
Park Closure: Mount Baldy Closure
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a local drive with a high number of turns on this route. With 0% highway share, you'll be on roads like West 700 North and State Road 149 for the majority of your travel. There isn't a significantly long uninterrupted stretch to report, meaning you'll be actively engaged with the road as you navigate through Indiana. This profile suggests a drive that keeps you aware of your surroundings, rather than a monotonous cruise, offering a more connected experience with the local landscape.
52% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 57.7 mi on US 31.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near West 700 North.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 33m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (West 700 North): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles (State Road 130): Navigation decision point; at 8 miles (South Washington Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 33m. Total distance: 113.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 57.7 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 0.4 miles (West 700 North): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles (State Road 130): Navigation decision point; at 8 miles (South Washington Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Indiana Dunes National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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