How far is Indiana, IA from Villisca, IA?
The driving distance from Indiana, IA to Villisca, IA is about 117.6 miles (189.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 103.4 miles (166.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 53m 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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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 Villisca.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indiana and Villisca.
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Start on County Highway G76
4.9 mi · 9 min · County Highway G76
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Continue on Highway G76
1.2 mi · 2 min · Highway G76
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Turn left onto State Highway 14
15.7 mi · 23 min · State Highway 14
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Continue on North 7th Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · North 7th Street
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Turn right onto Court Avenue
1.4 mi · 3 min · Court Avenue
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Continue on Court Avenue
96 m · 7 sec · Court Avenue
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Turn right
85.4 mi · 2 hr 4 min
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Turn left onto Birch Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · Birch Avenue
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Continue on County Road N26
1.6 km · 2 min · County Road N26
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Continue on 2nd Street
1 mi · 2 min · 2nd Street
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Continue on 260th Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · 260th Street
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Continue on 260 Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · 260 Street
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Continue on East 3rd Street
3196 ft · 1 min · East 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Indiana and Villisca.
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
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85.4 mi · 02h 04m
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 Villisca.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Indiana to Villisca?
The road trip is about 117.6 miles (189.3 km) and usually takes 02h 56m 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?
Murray is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.7 miles from Indiana and 58.9 miles from Villisca.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 103.4 miles (166.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.2 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 12:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.65 one way or $31.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.9 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 Villisca.
Stop Ideas Near Murray
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 Murray.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Indiana and Villisca. Straight-line distance: 103.38 mi (166.38 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 Villisca
City in Montgomery County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,143 |
| Coordinates | 40.9297100, -94.9760900 |
| Altitude | 328 |
| Country | United States |
End: Villisca (-94.97609, 40.92971)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 189 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 28m |
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 | $15.65 | $31.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.65 | $35.30 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.31 | $38.63 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.01 | $44.02 |
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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