How far is Ogden, IA from Jefferson, IA?
The driving distance from Ogden, IA to Jefferson, IA is about 19.6 miles (31.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18 miles (29 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 29m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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.
Human settlement in Greene County, Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ogden and Jefferson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ogden and Jefferson.
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Start on East Walnut Street
2727 ft · 2 min · East Walnut Street
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Continue on CR E41 Road
2635 ft · 53 sec · CR E41 Road
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Continue on Co E41 Road
1034 ft · 23 sec · Co E41 Road
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Turn right onto 220th Street
17.1 mi · 23 min · 220th Street
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Turn left onto North Elm Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · North Elm Street
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Turn right onto West Lincolnway Street
7 m · 1 sec · West Lincolnway Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Lincolnway Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ogden and Jefferson.
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.
220th Street
Turn right onto 220th Street
17.1 mi · 00h 23m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny leaving Ogden and Mostly Sunny near Jefferson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ogden to Jefferson?
The road trip is about 19.6 miles (31.6 km) and usually takes 00h 29m 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?
Grand Junction is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.8 miles from Ogden and 9.9 miles from Jefferson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18 miles (29 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.6 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:32 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.64 one way or $5.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny around Ogden and Mostly Sunny near Jefferson.
Stop Ideas Near Grand Junction
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 Grand Junction.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ogden and Jefferson. Straight-line distance: 18.03 mi (29.01 km).
#1 Ogden
City in Yell Township, Boone County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 1,985 |
| Coordinates | 42.0391500, -94.0277300 |
| Altitude | 338 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jefferson
City in Greene County, Iowa
| Population | 4,075 |
| Coordinates | 42.0152600, -94.3774700 |
| Altitude | 325 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jefferson (-94.37747, 42.01526)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 32 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.82 | $2.64 | $5.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.17 | $2.88 | $5.76 |
| Premium | $4.72 | $3.25 | $6.51 |
| Diesel | $5.86 | $4.04 | $8.08 |
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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