How far is Indiana, IA from Mediapolis, IA?
The driving distance from Indiana, IA to Mediapolis, IA is about 114.9 miles (184.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 97.9 miles (157.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 19m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 39m.
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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City in Iowa, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Indiana and Mediapolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indiana and Mediapolis.
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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
35.3 mi · 41 min
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Take the exit slight right
2097 ft · 53 sec
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Turn right onto Old US Highway 218
2397 ft · 45 sec · Old US Highway 218
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Turn left onto Winfield Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · Winfield Avenue
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Continue on 220th Street
7.4 mi · 13 min · 220th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Racine Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · Racine Avenue
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Turn right onto 210th Street
1 mi · 2 min · 210th Street
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Continue on Mediapolis Road
10.6 mi · 19 min · Mediapolis Road
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Turn straight onto Main Street
1946 ft · 44 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto North Orchard Street
22 m · 3 sec · North Orchard Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Orchard Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Indiana and Mediapolis.
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
35.3 mi · 00h 41m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Indiana and Mostly Sunny near Mediapolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Indiana to Mediapolis?
The road trip is about 114.9 miles (184.9 km) and usually takes 02h 39m 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?
Batavia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.4 miles from Indiana and 57.5 miles from Mediapolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 97.9 miles (157.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 17 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 1:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.31 one way or $30.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Indiana and Mostly Sunny near Mediapolis.
Stop Ideas Near Batavia
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 Batavia.
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Mount Pleasant
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Indiana and Mediapolis. Straight-line distance: 97.83 mi (157.45 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 Mediapolis
City in Des Moines County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,514 |
| Coordinates | 41.0080900, -91.1640400 |
| Altitude | 235 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mediapolis (-91.16404, 41.00809)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 185 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 25m |
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 | $15.31 | $30.62 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.27 | $34.53 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.90 | $37.79 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.53 | $43.07 |
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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