How far is Ventura, IA from Swaledale, IA?
The driving distance from Ventura, IA to Swaledale, IA is about 19.8 miles (31.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13 miles (21 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 47m 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 Swaledale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ventura and Swaledale.
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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
10.9 mi · 12 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward CR B60: Swaledale, Rockwell
2237 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto 150th Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · 150th Street
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Continue on Arthur Street
738 ft · 17 sec · Arthur Street
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Turn right onto 3rd Street
592 ft · 31 sec · 3rd Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
63 m · 9 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ventura and Swaledale.
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.
Avenue of the Saints
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
10.9 mi · 00h 12m
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 Swaledale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ventura to Swaledale?
The road trip is about 19.8 miles (31.9 km) and usually takes 00h 23m 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 9.9 miles from Ventura and 9.9 miles from Swaledale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13 miles (21 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.8 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 7:42 PM CDT.
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 6.2 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 Swaledale.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ventura and Swaledale. Straight-line distance: 13.04 mi (20.99 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 Swaledale
City in Iowa, USA
| Population | 157 |
| Coordinates | 42.9785800, -93.3168700 |
| Altitude | 351 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-93.316871, 42.978445)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 32 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 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 |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.64 | $5.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.98 | $5.95 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.26 | $6.52 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.71 | $7.43 |
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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