How far is Indiana, IA from Montezuma, IA?
The driving distance from Indiana, IA to Montezuma, IA is about 51.9 miles (83.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36.9 miles (59.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 31m 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 01h 15m.
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Halfway Point
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City in and the county seat of Mahaska County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Indiana and Montezuma.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indiana and Montezuma.
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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
16.3 mi · 20 min
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Turn left onto North Market Street
11.7 mi · 17 min · North Market Street
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Continue on South Main Street
2646 ft · 47 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East Market Street
12.7 mi · 19 min · East Market Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Front Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Indiana and Montezuma.
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
16.3 mi · 00h 20m
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 Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Montezuma.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Indiana to Montezuma?
The road trip is about 51.9 miles (83.6 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?
Oskaloosa is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26 miles from Indiana and 26 miles from Montezuma.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36.9 miles (59.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 15 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 3:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.90 one way or $13.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Indiana and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Montezuma.
Stop Ideas Near Oskaloosa
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 Oskaloosa.
Ottumwa station
Mount Pleasant
Osceola
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Indiana and Montezuma. Straight-line distance: 36.88 mi (59.35 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 Montezuma
City in Poweshiek County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,388 |
| Coordinates | 41.5858300, -92.5274100 |
| Altitude | 290 |
| Country | United States |
End: Montezuma (-92.52741, 41.58583)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 84 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $6.90 | $13.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.78 | $15.57 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.52 | $17.03 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.71 | $19.41 |
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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