How far is Thornton, IA from Ventura, IA?
The driving distance from Thornton, IA to Ventura, IA is about 22.4 miles (36.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.4 miles (21.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 00m 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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City in Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Thornton and Ventura.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Thornton and Ventura.
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Start on 5th Street North
27 m · 9 sec · 5th Street North
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Turn left onto Larch Street
1365 ft · 29 sec · Larch Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto 1st Street South
69 m · 12 sec · 1st Street South
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Turn left onto Ash Street East
677 ft · 19 sec · Ash Street East
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Continue on 125th Street
1.5 mi · 4 min · 125th Street
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Take the ramp left
1627 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
12.7 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35 Business, CR B35: Clear Lake, Mason City
1386 ft · 40 sec
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Turn left onto 4th Avenue South
1.2 mi · 2 min · 4th Avenue South
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Turn right onto South 8th Street
1.1 km · 1 min · South 8th Street
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Turn left
5.1 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1239 ft · 25 sec · North 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 Thornton 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.
125th Street
Merge slight left
12.7 mi · 00h 14m
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.
Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Thornton 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 Thornton to Ventura?
The road trip is about 22.4 miles (36.1 km) and usually takes 00h 30m 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?
Clear Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.2 miles from Thornton and 11.2 miles from Ventura.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.4 miles (21.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 9 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 7:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.98 one way or $5.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Thornton and Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Ventura.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Thornton and Ventura. Straight-line distance: 13.4 mi (21.57 km).
#1 Thornton
Human settlement in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 401 |
| Coordinates | 42.9446900, -93.3846500 |
| Altitude | 362 |
| 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: 36 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
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 | $2.98 | $5.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.36 | $6.72 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.68 | $7.35 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.19 | $8.38 |
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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