How far is Indiana, IA from Washington, IA?
The driving distance from Indiana, IA to Washington, IA is about 79.6 miles (128.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 69.5 miles (111.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 52m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Mahaska County, Iowa, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Indiana and Washington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indiana and Washington.
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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
65.2 mi · 1 hr 31 min
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Turn right
2 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto West 5th Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West 5th Street
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Turn right onto North Marion Avenue
1469 ft · 1 min · North Marion Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Marion Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Indiana and Washington.
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
65.2 mi · 01h 31m
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 near Washington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Indiana to Washington?
The road trip is about 79.6 miles (128.1 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
Rose Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.7 miles from Indiana and 39.9 miles from Washington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 69.5 miles (111.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.1 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 2:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.60 one way or $21.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Indiana and Showers And Thunderstorms near Washington.
Stop Ideas Near Rose Hill
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Mount Pleasant
Osceola
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Indiana and Washington. Straight-line distance: 69.51 mi (111.87 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 Washington
City in Washington County, Kansas
| Population | 1,131 |
| Coordinates | 41.2991800, -91.6929400 |
| Altitude | 232 |
| Country | United States |
End: Washington (-91.69294, 41.29918)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 128 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 59m |
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 | $10.60 | $21.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.95 | $23.90 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.08 | $26.16 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.90 | $29.81 |
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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