How far is Van Buren, IN from Upland, IN?
The driving distance from Van Buren, IN to Upland, IN is about 10.1 miles (16.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 9.8 miles (15.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 25m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 12m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Grant County, Indiana, United States
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Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Van Buren and Upland.
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Start on 900 East
9.4 mi · 17 min · 900 East
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At the end of the road, turn left onto County Road 500 South
1.1 km · 1 min · County Road 500 South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Van Buren and Upland.
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.
900 East
Start on 900 East
9.45 mi · 00h 17m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Van Buren and Cloudy near Upland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Van Buren to Upland?
The road trip is about 10.1 miles (16.3 km) and usually takes 00h 12m 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?
Gas City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5 miles from Van Buren and 5.1 miles from Upland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 9.8 miles (15.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.3 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:04 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.39 one way or $2.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Van Buren and Cloudy near Upland.
Stop Ideas Near Gas City
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 Gas City.
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Connersville station
Lafayette station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Van Buren and Upland. Straight-line distance: 9.81 mi (15.78 km).
#1 Van Buren
Human settlement in Grant County, Indiana, United States of America
| Population | 1,475 |
| Coordinates | 40.6172700, -85.5047000 |
| Altitude | 258 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Upland
Town in Indiana, United States
| Population | 3,706 |
| Coordinates | 40.4756000, -85.4944200 |
| Altitude | 285 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Main Street (-85.494475, 40.475598)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 16 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 07m |
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 | $3.86 | $1.39 | $2.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $1.60 | $3.21 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $1.80 | $3.59 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $2.38 | $4.77 |
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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