How far is New Sharon, IA from Indiana, IA?

The driving distance from New Sharon, IA to Indiana, IA is about 36.4 miles (58.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 26.7 miles (43 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
36.35 mi
00h 46m
Flight
26.7 mi
42.97 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

Choose another destination from New Sharon.

Flight Distance

Direct air line
26.7 mi
Kilometers
42.97 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
36.35 mi
Kilometers
58.5 km
Drive Time
00h 46m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 46m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Indiana
Sun, May 3, 11:19 PM CDT
Return by in New Sharon
Mon, May 4, 12:06 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave New Sharon
2026-05-03T22:33
Arrive Indiana
Sun, May 3, 11:19 PM CDT
Route Timing
00h 46m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:47 AM to 10:47 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:56 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in New Sharon
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Leighton
IA

City in Iowa

From New Sharon
19.6 mi
00h 23m
To Indiana
16.7 mi
00h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
44°F
Overnight

Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, May 3 5:00 AM CDT
Wind
12 mph SSW
Destination
72°F
Sunday

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny

Starts
Sun, May 3 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph WSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between New Sharon and Indiana.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between New Sharon and Indiana.

  1. 1

    Start on North Main Street

    1 km · 57 sec · North Main Street

  2. 2

    Continue straight

    11.6 mi · 17 min

  3. 3

    Turn right onto A Avenue West

    16.3 mi · 20 min · A Avenue West

  4. 4

    Turn left onto County Highway T17

    6.5 mi · 11 min · County Highway T17

  5. 5

    At the end of the road, turn right

    2.3 mi · 3 min

  6. 6

    Turn left onto County Highway G76

    959 ft · 24 sec · County Highway G76

  7. 7

    Continue on County Highway G76

    1.9 mi · 3 min · County Highway G76

  8. 8

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · County Highway G76

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between New Sharon and Indiana.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
8 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
22 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
A Avenue West
16.3 mi · 45%
North Main Street
12.2 mi · 34%
County Highway T17
6.5 mi · 18%
County Highway G76
2.04 mi · 6%
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 46m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.7 mi
26.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Leighton
00h 23m from New Sharon
Leave By
4:56 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving New Sharon and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Indiana.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from New Sharon to Indiana?

The road trip is about 36.4 miles (58.5 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?

Leighton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.6 miles from New Sharon and 16.7 miles from Indiana.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 26.7 miles (43 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.7 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 4:56 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.83 one way or $9.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around New Sharon and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Indiana.

Stop Ideas Near Leighton

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Leighton and the surrounding midpoint area.
1882 City Hall and Fire Station
Scenic stop 10.3 mi away

1882 City Hall and Fire Station

Pella , IA
604 Main St, Pella, IA 50219
Historical place museum
Pella City Hall
Meeting point 10.5 mi away

Pella City Hall

Pella , IA
825 Broadway St, Pella, IA 50219
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews City Hall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Leighton.

RAIL

Ottumwa station

47 mi away
210 West Main Street
RAIL

Osceola

88 mi away
Main & East Clay Streets
RAIL

Mount Pleasant

111 mi away
418 North Adams Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between New Sharon and Indiana. Straight-line distance: 26.7 mi (42.97 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 New Sharon

Human settlement in Mahaska County, Iowa, United States of America

Population1,286
Coordinates41.4700000, -92.6513000
Altitude266
CountryUnited States
Indiana

#2 Indiana

A city located in the state of Iowa.

Population820,445
Coordinates41.2044400, -93.0252000
Altitude281
CountryUnited States
Start: (-92.651298, 41.470152)
End: County Highway G76 (-93.02522, 41.204476)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 59 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 12m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 54m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 43m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 36m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 31m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 27m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.28 gal
4.86 L · about $4.83
Round trip
$9.65
2.56 gal · 9.72 L
Estimated CO2
11.4 kg one way
Round trip: 22.8 kg / 50 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $4.83 $9.65
Mid-grade $4.25 $5.44 $10.89
Premium $4.65 $5.96 $11.91
Diesel $5.30 $6.79 $13.58

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Iowa · May 04, 2026

There is no time difference between New Sharon and Indiana. The current time is 22:33:26.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.