How far is Indiana, IA from Kalona, IA?
The driving distance from Indiana, IA to Kalona, IA is about 84.2 miles (135.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 71.1 miles (114.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 03m 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 01m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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 Kalona.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indiana and Kalona.
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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
41 mi · 56 min
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Turn left onto State Highway 149
11.1 mi · 15 min · State Highway 149
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Continue on Main Street
1.4 km · 1 min · Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 22
12.8 mi · 19 min · State Highway 22
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Continue on 6th Street
1.2 km · 1 min · 6th Street
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Continue on State Highway 22
6.2 mi · 9 min · State Highway 22
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Continue on East Avenue
2690 ft · 48 sec · East Avenue
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Turn right onto 5th Street
1014 ft · 50 sec · 5th Street
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Turn left onto B Avenue
11 m · 2 sec · B Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · B Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Indiana and Kalona.
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
41 mi · 00h 56m
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 Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Kalona.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Indiana to Kalona?
The road trip is about 84.2 miles (135.5 km) and usually takes 02h 01m 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?
Delta is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42 miles from Indiana and 42.2 miles from Kalona.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 71.1 miles (114.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.1 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 2:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.20 one way or $22.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Indiana and Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Kalona.
Stop Ideas Near Delta
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 Delta.
Ottumwa station
Mount Pleasant
Fort Madison station
Burlington
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Indiana and Kalona. Straight-line distance: 71.08 mi (114.4 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 Kalona
Town in the U.
| Population | 2,560 |
| Coordinates | 41.4830700, -91.7060000 |
| Altitude | 201 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kalona (-91.706, 41.48307)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 136 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 03m |
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 | $11.20 | $22.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.63 | $25.26 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.82 | $27.64 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.75 | $31.51 |
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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