How far is Denison, IA from Gladbrook, IA?
The driving distance from Denison, IA to Gladbrook, IA is about 151.6 miles (243.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 135.8 miles (218.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 23m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Denison and Gladbrook.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Denison and Gladbrook.
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Start on North Main Street
1961 ft · 1 min · North Main Street
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Turn left onto 4th Avenue South
29.4 mi · 43 min · 4th Avenue South
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Continue on County Road N33
10.3 mi · 14 min · County Road N33
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Continue on 220th Street
44.4 mi · 59 min · 220th Street
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Continue on 230th Street
39.4 mi · 46 min · 230th Street
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 330: Albion, Melbourne
1915 ft · 49 sec
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Turn left
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Marsh Avenue
5.9 mi · 8 min · Marsh Avenue
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Continue on South Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on 160th Street
4.3 mi · 6 min · 160th Street
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Turn left onto Sanford Avenue
4 mi · 5 min · Sanford Avenue
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Turn right onto 120th Street
7 mi · 10 min · 120th Street
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Continue on 180th Street
2.1 mi · 3 min · 180th Street
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Continue on West 8th Street
3212 ft · 60 sec · West 8th Street
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Turn left onto Gould Street
2340 ft · 2 min · Gould Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Gould Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Denison and Gladbrook.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
220th Street
Continue on 220th Street
44.4 mi · 00h 59m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Denison and Sunny near Gladbrook.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Denison to Gladbrook?
The road trip is about 151.6 miles (243.9 km) and usually takes 03h 23m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Boone is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75.6 miles from Denison and 75.9 miles from Gladbrook.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 135.8 miles (218.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:12 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.17 one way or $40.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Denison and Sunny near Gladbrook.
Stop Ideas Near Boone
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 Boone.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Denison and Gladbrook. Straight-line distance: 135.84 mi (218.62 km).
#1 Denison
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 8,249 |
| Coordinates | 42.0177700, -95.3552800 |
| Altitude | 391 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gladbrook
City in Tama County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 857 |
| Coordinates | 42.1877600, -92.7152000 |
| Altitude | 297 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gladbrook (-92.7152, 42.18776)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 244 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 53m |
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 | $3.77 | $20.17 | $40.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.75 | $45.51 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $24.90 | $49.80 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $28.38 | $56.75 |
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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