How far is Corley, IA from Defiance, IA?
The driving distance from Corley, IA to Defiance, IA is about 17.6 miles (28.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17 miles (27.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 42m 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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City in Iowa, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
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Start on Street F58
1239 ft · 29 sec · Street F58
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Turn right
17.1 mi · 24 min
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Turn right onto Main Avenue
1795 ft · 50 sec · Main Avenue
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Turn left onto 4th Street
17 m · 2 sec · 4th Street
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0 m · 1 sec · 4th Street
Car Route Details
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Turn-heavy local drive
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17.1 mi · 00h 24m
Route Summary
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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.
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Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from Corley to Defiance?
The road trip is about 17.6 miles (28.4 km) and usually takes 00h 21m 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?
Westphalia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.8 miles from Corley and 8.8 miles from Defiance.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17 miles (27.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.6 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 7:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.61 one way or $5.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Westphalia
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Corley and Defiance. Straight-line distance: 16.98 mi (27.32 km).
#1 Corley
Corley is a place in Iowa, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.5786000, -95.3302800 |
| Altitude | 361 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Defiance
City in Shelby County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 260 |
| Coordinates | 41.8241500, -95.3427800 |
| Altitude | 389 |
| Country | United States |
End: 4th Street (-95.342914, 41.824149)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 28 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.21 | $2.61 | $5.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.47 | $2.77 | $5.55 |
| Premium | $5.10 | $3.16 | $6.33 |
| Diesel | $6.07 | $3.76 | $7.53 |
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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