How far is Wayne, NE from Orange City, IA?
The driving distance from Wayne, NE to Orange City, IA is about 90.9 miles (146.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.5 miles (116.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 53m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Woodbury County, Iowa, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wayne and Orange City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wayne and Orange City.
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Start on Main Street
696 ft · 28 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto East 4th Street
2071 ft · 1 min · East 4th Street
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Turn left onto Dearborn Street
1131 ft · 33 sec · Dearborn Street
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Turn right onto East 7th Street
1.1 km · 1 min · East 7th Street
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Continue on East Highway 35
6.9 mi · 8 min · East Highway 35
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Continue on Highway 35
1.8 mi · 2 min · Highway 35
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Continue on Oak Street
2956 ft · 52 sec · Oak Street
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Continue on Highway 35
1.6 mi · 2 min · Highway 35
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Continue on Highway 35
24.2 mi · 29 min · Highway 35
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Turn left onto Highway 110
2.3 mi · 3 min · Highway 110
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Turn right onto Highway 20
12 mi · 14 min · Highway 20
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Continue straight
24.2 mi · 29 min
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Continue on IA 60 North: Sheldon
10.4 mi · 12 min
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Turn left onto County Road K64
3.7 mi · 5 min · County Road K64
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Continue on Albany Place
2626 ft · 52 sec · Albany Place
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Continue on Albany Avenue
1.2 mi · 3 min · Albany Avenue
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Turn left onto 2nd Street Northeast
131 m · 21 sec · 2nd Street Northeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street Northwest
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wayne and Orange City.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Highway 35
Continue on Highway 35
24.2 mi · 00h 29m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Wayne and Rain Showers near Orange City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wayne to Orange City?
The road trip is about 90.9 miles (146.3 km) and usually takes 01h 53m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Sergeant Bluff is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.4 miles from Wayne and 45.5 miles from Orange City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.5 miles (116.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.45 one way or $26.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Wayne and Rain Showers near Orange City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wayne and Orange City. Straight-line distance: 72.52 mi (116.71 km).
#1 Wayne
Town in Wayne County, West Virginia
| Population | 5,758 |
| Coordinates | 42.2305600, -97.0178200 |
| Altitude | 443 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Orange City
City in Western Iowa
| Population | 6,182 |
| Coordinates | 43.0072100, -96.0583500 |
| Altitude | 440 |
| Country | United States |
End: Orange City (-96.05835, 43.00721)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 146 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 08m |
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 | $4.19 | $13.45 | $26.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.47 | $14.36 | $28.71 |
| Premium | $5.00 | $16.06 | $32.11 |
| Diesel | $6.04 | $19.39 | $38.77 |
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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