How far is Huxley, IA from Austin, MN?
The driving distance from Huxley, IA to Austin, MN is about 148.3 miles (238.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 126.4 miles (203.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 33m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Cloudy
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Huxley and Austin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huxley and Austin.
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Start on the route
19 m · 7 sec
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Turn right
1.3 km · 1 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
45 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
1981 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto State Highway 210
1.6 mi · 2 min · State Highway 210
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Take the ramp left toward I-35 north: Minneapolis
1974 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
126.7 mi · 2 hr 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 46: Albert Lea
1219 ft · 32 sec
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Turn right onto East Main Street
1.1 km · 1 min · East Main Street
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Continue on County Road 46
2.8 mi · 4 min · County Road 46
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Turn left onto 810th Avenue
2156 ft · 35 sec · 810th Avenue
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Take the ramp right toward I 90 East: Austin
1530 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
11.3 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 105, CR 46, I 90 Business: Oakland Avenue
1298 ft · 34 sec
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Turn slight right onto Oakland Avenue West
1.3 mi · 3 min · Oakland Avenue West
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Continue on Oakland Place Southwest
1220 ft · 33 sec · Oakland Place Southwest
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Continue on 1st Avenue Southwest
1.2 km · 2 min · 1st Avenue Southwest
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Turn slight left
122 m · 25 sec
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Turn left onto Oakland Avenue East
84 m · 9 sec · Oakland Avenue East
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Oakland Avenue East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Huxley and Austin.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I-35 north
Merge slight left
127 mi · 02h 16m
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 Cloudy leaving Huxley and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Austin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Huxley to Austin?
The road trip is about 148.3 miles (238.7 km) and usually takes 02h 46m 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?
Thornton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.2 miles from Huxley and 74.1 miles from Austin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 126.4 miles (203.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.9 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 12:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.99 one way or $43.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Huxley and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Austin.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Huxley and Austin. Straight-line distance: 126.44 mi (203.48 km).
#1 Huxley
City in Story County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 4,270 |
| Coordinates | 41.8952700, -93.6007700 |
| Altitude | 312 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Austin
City in Minnesota, U.
| Population | 847 |
| Coordinates | 43.6666300, -92.9746400 |
| Altitude | 367 |
| Country | United States |
End: Austin (-92.97464, 43.66663)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 239 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 51m |
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 | $21.99 | $43.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.47 | $23.40 | $46.80 |
| Premium | $5.10 | $26.68 | $53.36 |
| Diesel | $6.07 | $31.75 | $63.50 |
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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