How far is Homer, IA from Williams, IA?
The driving distance from Homer, IA to Williams, IA is about 27.2 miles (43.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 20.9 miles (33.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 59m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 29m.
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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Homer and Williams.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Homer and Williams.
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Start on Stagecoach Road
3019 ft · 1 min · Stagecoach Road
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Continue on Stagecoach Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Stagecoach Road
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Keep slight right to continue on Stagecoach Road
3.9 mi · 7 min · Stagecoach Road
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Take the ramp right toward US 20 East
1966 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
16.9 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35 North: Mason City
1647 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left
1.2 mi · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right
1821 ft · 45 sec
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Turn right onto 220th Street
1.3 km · 1 min · 220th Street
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Keep slight left to continue on Vail Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · Vail Avenue
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Turn right onto 2nd Street
904 ft · 40 sec · 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Homer and Williams.
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.
US 20 East
Merge slight left
16.9 mi · 00h 19m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny leaving Homer and Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers then Sunny near Williams.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Homer to Williams?
The road trip is about 27.2 miles (43.7 km) and usually takes 00h 29m 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?
Webster City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.5 miles from Homer and 13.6 miles from Williams.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 20.9 miles (33.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.3 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 7:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.62 one way or $7.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny around Homer and Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers then Sunny near Williams.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Homer and Williams. Straight-line distance: 20.87 mi (33.58 km).
#1 Homer
Homer is a place in Iowa, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 42.3738600, -93.9235600 |
| Altitude | 338 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Williams
City in Hamilton County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 319 |
| Coordinates | 42.4883100, -93.5449300 |
| Altitude | 371 |
| Country | United States |
End: 2nd Street (-93.544929, 42.488126)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 44 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.62 | $7.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.08 | $8.17 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.47 | $8.94 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.09 | $10.18 |
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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