How far is Montezuma, IA from Indiana, IA?
The driving distance from Montezuma, IA to Indiana, IA is about 49 miles (78.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36.9 miles (59.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 01m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 00m.
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Halfway Point
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City in and the county seat of Mahaska County, Iowa, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Montezuma and Indiana.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montezuma and Indiana.
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Start on North Front Street
12.7 mi · 19 min · North Front Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
12.2 mi · 18 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto A Avenue West
16.3 mi · 20 min · A Avenue West
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Turn left onto County Highway T17
6.5 mi · 11 min · County Highway T17
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At the end of the road, turn right
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto County Highway G76
959 ft · 24 sec · County Highway G76
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Continue on County Highway G76
1.9 mi · 3 min · County Highway G76
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Highway G76
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Montezuma and Indiana.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
A Avenue West
Turn right onto A Avenue West
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.
Sunny leaving Montezuma and Sunny near Indiana.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Montezuma to Indiana?
The road trip is about 49 miles (78.8 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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 Montezuma and 23 miles from Indiana.
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 12.1 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 4:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.52 one way or $13.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Montezuma and Sunny near Indiana.
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 Montezuma and Indiana. Straight-line distance: 36.88 mi (59.35 km).
#1 Montezuma
City in Poweshiek County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,388 |
| Coordinates | 41.5858300, -92.5274100 |
| Altitude | 290 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Indiana
A city located in the state of Iowa.
| Population | 820,445 |
| Coordinates | 41.2044400, -93.0252000 |
| Altitude | 281 |
| Country | United States |
End: County Highway G76 (-93.02522, 41.204476)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 79 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
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 | $6.52 | $13.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.36 | $14.72 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.05 | $16.10 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.18 | $18.35 |
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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