How far is Austin, MN from Huxley, IA?
The driving distance from Austin, MN to Huxley, IA is about 150.1 miles (241.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 126.4 miles (203.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Austin and Huxley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Austin and Huxley.
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Start on Oakland Avenue East
2.3 mi · 5 min · Oakland Avenue East
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Take the ramp left toward I 90 West: Albert Lea
15.7 mi · 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35 South: Albert Lea, Des Moines
1402 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
128.8 mi · 2 hr 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 210: Huxley, Maxwell
1994 ft · 52 sec
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Turn right onto State Highway 210
1.4 mi · 2 min · State Highway 210
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Turn right
2038 ft · 36 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
30 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
1.3 km · 1 min
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Turn left
19 m · 5 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Austin and Huxley.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 35 South
Merge slight left
129 mi · 02h 18m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy leaving Austin and Mostly Cloudy near Huxley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Austin to Huxley?
The road trip is about 150.1 miles (241.5 km) and usually takes 02h 46m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Thornton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75.1 miles from Austin and 75 miles from Huxley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 126.4 miles (203.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.47 one way or $44.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy around Austin and Mostly Cloudy near Huxley.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Austin and Huxley. Straight-line distance: 126.44 mi (203.48 km).
#1 Austin
City in Minnesota, U.
| Population | 847 |
| Coordinates | 43.6666300, -92.9746400 |
| Altitude | 367 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Huxley
City in Story County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 4,270 |
| Coordinates | 41.8952700, -93.6007700 |
| Altitude | 312 |
| Country | United States |
End: Huxley (-93.60077, 41.89527)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 242 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 52m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.25 | $22.47 | $44.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.72 | $24.95 | $49.90 |
| Premium | $5.26 | $27.84 | $55.67 |
| Diesel | $6.14 | $32.50 | $65.00 |
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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