How far is Ventura, IA from Rockwell, IA?
The driving distance from Ventura, IA to Rockwell, IA is about 26.2 miles (42.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.4 miles (28 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 03m 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 Ventura and Rockwell.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ventura and Rockwell.
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Start on South Main Street
1239 ft · 26 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto 255th Street
6.2 mi · 9 min · 255th Street
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Take the ramp right toward I 35 south, US 18 east, IA 27 south: Des Moines
1541 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
2.6 mi · 3 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward US 18 East, IA 27 South: Mason City, Charles City
2212 ft · 27 sec
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Turn slight right onto US 18 East, IA 27 South: Mason City, Charles City
7.4 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 65: Downtown Mason City, Rockwell
1852 ft · 49 sec
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Turn right onto Partridge Avenue
8 mi · 11 min · Partridge Avenue
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Turn left onto Elm Street West
2299 ft · 2 min · Elm Street West
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Turn right onto Oak Street North
754 ft · 39 sec · Oak Street North
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Turn left onto Main Street West
112 m · 16 sec · Main Street West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ventura and Rockwell.
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.
Partridge Avenue
Turn right onto Partridge Avenue
7.99 mi · 00h 11m
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 Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rockwell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ventura to Rockwell?
The road trip is about 26.2 miles (42.1 km) and usually takes 00h 31m 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 13 miles from Ventura and 13.1 miles from Rockwell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.4 miles (28 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.8 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 7:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.47 one way or $6.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.2 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 Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rockwell.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ventura and Rockwell. Straight-line distance: 17.42 mi (28.03 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 Rockwell
City in Cerrro Gordo County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 979 |
| Coordinates | 42.9852400, -93.1918700 |
| Altitude | 340 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street East (-93.19187, 42.985233)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 42 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
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 | $3.47 | $6.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.91 | $7.83 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.28 | $8.56 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.88 | $9.76 |
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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