How far is Humboldt, IA from Polk City, IA?
The driving distance from Humboldt, IA to Polk City, IA is about 88.2 miles (141.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 70.5 miles (113.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 09m 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 02h 04m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Boone County, Iowa, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Humboldt and Polk City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Humboldt and Polk City.
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Start on the route
65 m · 18 sec
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Turn right onto South 6th Street
64 m · 15 sec · South 6th Street
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Turn left onto Sumner Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · Sumner Avenue
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Turn right onto 4th Avenue Southwest
155 m · 16 sec · 4th Avenue Southwest
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Turn left onto 13th Street South
1.6 km · 2 min · 13th Street South
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Continue on Lincoln Avenue
30.7 mi · 42 min · Lincoln Avenue
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Turn left onto 360th Street
3.9 mi · 5 min · 360th Street
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Take the exit slight right
16.2 mi · 23 min
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Turn left onto 220th Street
13.1 mi · 17 min · 220th Street
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Turn right onto Quill Avenue
4.9 mi · 7 min · Quill Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 270th Street
2822 ft · 56 sec · 270th Street
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Continue on Boone Street
1.2 km · 1 min · Boone Street
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Turn right
8 mi · 12 min
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Turn left onto Northwest Madrid Drive
6.5 mi · 9 min · Northwest Madrid Drive
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Continue on North Broadway Street
1.8 mi · 4 min · North Broadway Street
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Turn left onto North 2nd Street
5 m · 1 sec · North 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Humboldt and Polk City.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Lincoln Avenue
Continue on Lincoln Avenue
30.7 mi · 00h 42m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Humboldt and Mostly Sunny near Polk City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Humboldt to Polk City?
The road trip is about 88.2 miles (141.9 km) and usually takes 02h 04m 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?
Boxholm is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.1 miles from Humboldt and 44.1 miles from Polk City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 70.5 miles (113.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.7 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 2:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.73 one way or $23.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Humboldt and Mostly Sunny near Polk City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Humboldt and Polk City. Straight-line distance: 70.45 mi (113.38 km).
#1 Humboldt
City in Iowa
| Population | 4,544 |
| Coordinates | 42.7208000, -94.2152400 |
| Altitude | 330 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Polk City
American city in Iowa
| Population | 4,961 |
| Coordinates | 41.7713800, -93.7130000 |
| Altitude | 269 |
| Country | United States |
End: Polk City (-93.713, 41.77138)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 142 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 05m |
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 | $11.73 | $23.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.23 | $26.45 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.47 | $28.95 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.50 | $32.99 |
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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