How far is Indiana, IA from Fort Madison, IA?
The driving distance from Indiana, IA to Fort Madison, IA is about 132.4 miles (213.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 97.7 miles (157.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 50m.
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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 Indiana and Fort Madison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indiana and Fort Madison.
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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
2.9 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto County Road G71
4.6 mi · 8 min · County Road G71
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Continue on West Street
1132 ft · 28 sec · West Street
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Turn left onto 2nd Street
665 ft · 15 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Merrill Street
1037 ft · 26 sec · Merrill Street
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Turn left onto 5th Street
1977 ft · 39 sec · 5th Street
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Continue on County Highway G71
2596 ft · 52 sec · County Highway G71
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Continue on 310th Street
12 mi · 21 min · 310th Street
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Turn right
34.7 mi · 40 min
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Continue straight
36.4 mi · 42 min
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
24.6 mi · 28 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 2: Donnellson, Fort Madison
2195 ft · 59 sec
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Turn left onto State Highway 2
8.9 mi · 12 min · State Highway 2
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Continue on Avenue O
1.7 mi · 3 min · Avenue O
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Continue on Old Highway 61
1602 ft · 27 sec · Old Highway 61
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Continue on Avenue L
1.5 mi · 3 min · Avenue L
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Turn left onto 18th Street
1019 ft · 21 sec · 18th Street
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Turn right onto Avenue H
1.3 km · 1 min · Avenue H
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Turn right onto Avenue I
42 m · 12 sec · Avenue I
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Turn left
19 m · 4 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Indiana and Fort Madison.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
310th Street
Continue straight
36.4 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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Indiana and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Fort Madison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Indiana to Fort Madison?
The road trip is about 132.4 miles (213.1 km) and usually takes 02h 50m 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?
Fairfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.1 miles from Indiana and 66.3 miles from Fort Madison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 97.7 miles (157.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.7 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 12:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.61 one way or $35.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Indiana and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Fort Madison.
Stop Ideas Near Fairfield
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Indiana and Fort Madison. Straight-line distance: 97.71 mi (157.25 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 Fort Madison
City and county seat in Lee County, Iowa
| Population | 10,263 |
| Coordinates | 40.6297600, -91.3151500 |
| Altitude | 161 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fort Madison (-91.31515, 40.62976)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 213 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 39m |
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 | $17.61 | $35.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.86 | $39.72 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $21.73 | $43.47 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $24.77 | $49.54 |
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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