How far is Alta, IA from Linn Grove, IA?
The driving distance from Alta, IA to Linn Grove, IA is about 19.4 miles (31.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.2 miles (24.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 23m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Buena Vista County, Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Snow Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Alta and Linn Grove.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alta and Linn Grove.
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Start on 60th Avenue
613 ft · 32 sec · 60th Avenue
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Turn right onto Highway 7
1.1 mi · 2 min · Highway 7
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Turn right onto W Highway
1458 ft · 40 sec · W Highway
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Continue on 50th Avenue
4.7 mi · 11 min · 50th Avenue
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Turn right onto 530th Street
2 mi · 3 min · 530th Street
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Turn left onto 70th Avenue
5 mi · 12 min · 70th Avenue
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Turn right onto C25
1 mi · 3 min · C25
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Turn left onto 80th Avenue
3.9 mi · 7 min · 80th Avenue
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Continue on 80th Avenue
127 m · 8 sec · 80th Avenue
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Continue on 440th Street
1517 ft · 35 sec · 440th Street
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Turn left onto Weaver Street
1.5 km · 2 min · Weaver Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Weaver Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alta and Linn Grove.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
70th Avenue
Turn left onto 70th Avenue
5.04 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Alta and Sunny near Linn Grove.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alta to Linn Grove?
The road trip is about 19.4 miles (31.3 km) and usually takes 00h 41m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Truesdale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.8 miles from Alta and 9.8 miles from Linn Grove.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.2 miles (24.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.60 one way or $5.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Alta and Sunny near Linn Grove.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alta and Linn Grove. Straight-line distance: 15.23 mi (24.51 km).
#1 Alta
City in Buena Vista County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,916 |
| Coordinates | 42.6735900, -95.2905500 |
| Altitude | 454 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Linn Grove
Human settlement in Buena Vista County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 146 |
| Coordinates | 42.8916400, -95.2466600 |
| Altitude | 389 |
| Country | United States |
End: Linn Grove (-95.24666, 42.89164)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 31 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.60 | $5.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.93 | $5.87 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.21 | $6.42 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.66 | $7.32 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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