How far is Ventura, IA from Meservey, IA?
The driving distance from Ventura, IA to Meservey, IA is about 14.8 miles (23.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.8 miles (23.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 43m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 21m.
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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Human settlement in Hancock County, Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ventura and Meservey.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ventura and Meservey.
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Start on South Main Street
2527 ft · 50 sec · South Main Street
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Continue on Balsam Avenue
13.6 mi · 24 min · Balsam Avenue
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Continue on 1st Street
1.1 km · 1 min · 1st Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 1st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ventura and Meservey.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Balsam Avenue
Continue on Balsam Avenue
13.6 mi · 00h 24m
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 Ventura and Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Meservey.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ventura to Meservey?
The road trip is about 14.8 miles (23.8 km) and usually takes 00h 21m 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?
Klemme is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.4 miles from Ventura and 7.4 miles from Meservey.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.8 miles (23.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 0 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 7:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.96 one way or $3.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Ventura and Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Meservey.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ventura and Meservey. Straight-line distance: 14.76 mi (23.75 km).
#1 Ventura
Human settlement in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 706 |
| Coordinates | 43.1263500, -93.4777100 |
| Altitude | 385 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Meservey
Human settlement in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 237 |
| Coordinates | 42.9127400, -93.4782600 |
| Altitude | 381 |
| Country | United States |
End: 1st Street (-93.478191, 42.91274)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 24 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
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 | $1.96 | $3.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.21 | $4.42 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.42 | $4.84 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.76 | $5.52 |
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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