How far is Iowa City, IA from Nora Springs, IA?
The driving distance from Iowa City, IA to Nora Springs, IA is about 151.4 miles (243.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 127 miles (204.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 06m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 03m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Black Hawk County, Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Iowa City and Nora Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Iowa City and Nora Springs.
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Start on South Gilbert Street
1.3 km · 3 min · South Gilbert Street
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Turn slight left onto Kimball Road
145 m · 22 sec · Kimball Road
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Turn right onto North Dubuque Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · North Dubuque Street
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Turn left
2315 ft · 59 sec
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Merge slight left
4.1 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 380, US 218, IA 27
1850 ft · 45 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 380, US 218 North, IA 27 North: Cedar Rapids, Waterloo
3219 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
70.8 mi · 1 hr 19 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Keep slight right to continue on I-380 north, US 218 north: Waterloo
5.6 mi · 8 min
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Continue on West Washington Expressway
1293 ft · 18 sec · West Washington Expressway
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Continue on Leo P Rooff Expressway
1.1 km · 52 sec · Leo P Rooff Expressway
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Continue on West Washington Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · West Washington Street
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Continue on Leo P Rooff Expressway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Leo P Rooff Expressway
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Take the exit slight right
1309 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 218 North, IA 27 North: Waverly
2382 ft · 58 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
56.4 mi · 1 hr 5 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Turn right onto Rudd Park Road
1 km · 1 min · Rudd Park Road
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Continue on County Road B30
5 mi · 9 min · County Road B30
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Continue on East Congress Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · East Congress Street
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Turn right onto Iowa Avenue
2 m · 1 sec · Iowa Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Iowa Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Iowa City and Nora Springs.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Avenue of the Saints
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
70.8 mi · 01h 19m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Iowa City and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Nora Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Iowa City to Nora Springs?
The road trip is about 151.4 miles (243.7 km) and usually takes 03h 03m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Elk Run Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75.7 miles from Iowa City and 75.7 miles from Nora Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 127 miles (204.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:54 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.14 one way or $40.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Iowa City and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Nora Springs.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Iowa City and Nora Springs. Straight-line distance: 127.03 mi (204.43 km).
#1 Iowa City
The most populous city in Johnson County, Iowa.
| Population | 75,130 |
| Coordinates | 41.6611300, -91.5301700 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Nora Springs
City in Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 1,342 |
| Coordinates | 43.1427500, -93.0043700 |
| Altitude | 331 |
| Country | United States |
End: Nora Springs (-93.00437, 43.14275)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 244 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 53m |
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 | $20.14 | $40.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.71 | $45.42 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $24.85 | $49.70 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $28.32 | $56.65 |
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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