How far is Brooklyn, IA from Iowa City, IA?
The driving distance from Brooklyn, IA to Iowa City, IA is about 51.7 miles (83.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.5 miles (76.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 47m 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 00h 53m.
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
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brooklyn and Iowa City.
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Start on Jackson Street
1329 ft · 32 sec · Jackson Street
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Turn left onto East 2nd Street
67 m · 4 sec · East 2nd Street
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Keep slight right
2.5 mi · 4 min
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Take the ramp left
1906 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
46.4 mi · 50 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Downtown
2061 ft · 53 sec
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Turn right onto North Dubuque Street
1.5 km · 3 min · North Dubuque Street
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Turn left onto Kimball Road
145 m · 21 sec · Kimball Road
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Keep slight right to continue on North Gilbert Street
1.3 km · 3 min · North Gilbert Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Gilbert Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Brooklyn and Iowa City.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East 2nd Street
Merge slight left
46.4 mi · 00h 50m
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.
Sunny leaving Brooklyn and Sunny near Iowa City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brooklyn to Iowa City?
The road trip is about 51.7 miles (83.2 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Williamsburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.8 miles from Brooklyn and 25.9 miles from Iowa City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.5 miles (76.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.90 one way or $13.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Brooklyn and Sunny near Iowa City.
Stop Ideas Near Williamsburg
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Williamsburg.
Ottumwa station
Mount Pleasant
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brooklyn and Iowa City. Straight-line distance: 47.49 mi (76.42 km).
#1 Brooklyn
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,390 |
| Coordinates | 41.7336100, -92.4454600 |
| Altitude | 278 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Iowa City
The most populous city in Johnson County, Iowa.
| Population | 75,130 |
| Coordinates | 41.6611300, -91.5301700 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Gilbert Street (-91.530165, 41.661126)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 83 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $6.90 | $13.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.78 | $15.57 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.52 | $17.03 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.71 | $19.41 |
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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