How far is Estherville, IA from Armstrong, IA?
The driving distance from Estherville, IA to Armstrong, IA is about 18.3 miles (29.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.8 miles (28.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 56m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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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 Estherville and Armstrong.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Estherville and Armstrong.
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Start on South 9th Street
45 m · 8 sec · South 9th Street
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Turn right onto East Central Avenue
1.7 mi · 3 min · East Central Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 9
15.2 mi · 23 min · State Highway 9
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Continue on 4th Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · 4th Avenue
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Turn left onto North 6th Street
1274 ft · 56 sec · North 6th Street
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Turn right onto 2nd Avenue
158 m · 23 sec · 2nd Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Estherville and Armstrong.
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.
State Highway 9
Continue on State Highway 9
15.2 mi · 00h 23m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Estherville and Partly Cloudy near Armstrong.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Estherville to Armstrong?
The road trip is about 18.3 miles (29.5 km) and usually takes 00h 28m 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?
Gruver is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.1 miles from Estherville and 9.2 miles from Armstrong.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.8 miles (28.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.5 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 7:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.45 one way or $4.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Estherville and Partly Cloudy near Armstrong.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Estherville and Armstrong. Straight-line distance: 17.8 mi (28.64 km).
#1 Estherville
City in Iowa
| Population | 5,587 |
| Coordinates | 43.4016300, -94.8327600 |
| Altitude | 395 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Armstrong
City in Emmet County, Iowa
| Population | 841 |
| Coordinates | 43.3960700, -94.4783100 |
| Altitude | 381 |
| Country | United States |
End: Armstrong (-94.47831, 43.39607)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 30 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 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 | $3.77 | $2.45 | $4.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.76 | $5.53 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.03 | $6.05 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.45 | $6.90 |
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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