How far is Meservey, IA from Ventura, IA?
The driving distance from Meservey, IA to Ventura, IA is about 14.7 miles (23.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.8 miles (23.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Hancock County, Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Meservey and Ventura.
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Start on 1st Street
1.1 km · 1 min · 1st Street
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Continue on Balsam Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · Balsam Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on Balsam Avenue
12.7 mi · 22 min · Balsam Avenue
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Continue on South Main Street
2527 ft · 50 sec · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Meservey and Ventura.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Balsam Avenue
Keep slight left to continue on Balsam Avenue
12.7 mi · 00h 22m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Meservey and Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Ventura.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Meservey to Ventura?
The road trip is about 14.7 miles (23.7 km) and usually takes 00h 25m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Klemme is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.4 miles from Meservey and 7.4 miles from Ventura.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.8 miles (23.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 0 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.96 one way or $3.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Meservey and Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Ventura.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Meservey and Ventura. Straight-line distance: 14.76 mi (23.75 km).
#1 Meservey
Human settlement in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 237 |
| Coordinates | 42.9127400, -93.4782600 |
| Altitude | 381 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ventura
Human settlement in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 706 |
| Coordinates | 43.1263500, -93.4777100 |
| Altitude | 385 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ventura (-93.47771, 43.12635)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 24 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
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 | $1.96 | $3.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.21 | $4.42 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.42 | $4.84 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.76 | $5.52 |
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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