How far is Indiana, IA from Columbus Junction, IA?
The driving distance from Indiana, IA to Columbus Junction, IA is about 97.5 miles (156.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 86.6 miles (139.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 41m 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. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
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 20m.
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.
City in Iowa
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Indiana and Columbus Junction.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indiana and Columbus Junction.
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Start on County Highway G76
1.9 mi · 3 min · County Highway G76
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Continue on County Highway G76
959 ft · 19 sec · County Highway G76
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Turn right
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto County Highway T17
6.5 mi · 11 min · County Highway T17
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Turn right
65.2 mi · 1 hr 31 min
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Continue on County Road G36
8.4 mi · 11 min · County Road G36
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Take the ramp right
1600 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
3 mi · 3 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right
1847 ft · 53 sec
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Turn right onto State Highway 92
8.8 mi · 13 min · State Highway 92
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Continue on Oak Street
2141 ft · 42 sec · Oak Street
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Turn left onto 2nd Street
129 m · 23 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Walnut Street
85 m · 6 sec · Walnut Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Walnut Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Indiana and Columbus Junction.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
65.2 mi · 01h 31m
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 Indiana and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Columbus Junction.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Indiana to Columbus Junction?
The road trip is about 97.5 miles (156.9 km) and usually takes 02h 20m 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?
Sigourney is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.7 miles from Indiana and 48.8 miles from Columbus Junction.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 86.6 miles (139.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.9 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 1:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.97 one way or $25.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Indiana and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Columbus Junction.
Stop Ideas Near Sigourney
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 Sigourney.
Ottumwa station
Mount Pleasant
Fort Madison station
Burlington
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Indiana and Columbus Junction. Straight-line distance: 86.63 mi (139.42 km).
#1 Indiana
A city located in the state of Iowa.
| Population | 820,445 |
| Coordinates | 41.2044400, -93.0252000 |
| Altitude | 281 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Columbus Junction
City in Louisa County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,810 |
| Coordinates | 41.2800300, -91.3607100 |
| Altitude | 184 |
| Country | United States |
End: Columbus Junction (-91.36071, 41.28003)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 157 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 12m |
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 | $12.97 | $25.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.63 | $29.26 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.01 | $32.02 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.25 | $36.49 |
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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