Arlington Heights to Kokomo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

146.5 miles 235.7 km · straight line
183.1 miles estimated 294.6 km · driving distance
3h 41min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
138° SE bearing direction

How far is Arlington Heights from Kokomo?

The distance from Arlington Heights to Kokomo is 146.5 miles (235.7 km) as the crow flies. Kokomo is located SE of Arlington Heights. By car, the driving distance is approximately 183.1 miles, taking about 3h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Arlington Heights in Illinois and Kokomo in Indiana.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Arlington Heights and Kokomo. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Arlington Heights to Kokomo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 41min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 25min $15–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 30min $22–$64* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Arlington Heights & Kokomo

Quick Facts

Arlington Heights
42.09°N, 87.98°W
America/Chicago
214m elevation
Kokomo
40.49°N, 86.13°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
247m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 49 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 170 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients