How far is Webster City, IA from Homer, IA?
The driving distance from Webster City, IA to Homer, IA is about 11.9 miles (19.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 8.6 miles (13.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 38m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 19m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Webster County, Iowa, in the United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Webster City and Homer.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Webster City and Homer.
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Start on 2nd Street
18 m · 5 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Superior Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · Superior Street
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Take the ramp right toward US 20 West
2009 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
3.8 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 17 North
2130 ft · 59 sec
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Turn left onto Stagecoach Road
3.5 mi · 6 min · Stagecoach Road
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Keep slight right to continue on Stagecoach Road
2389 ft · 48 sec · Stagecoach Road
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Keep slight left to continue on Stagecoach Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Stagecoach Road
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Continue on 280th Street
1456 ft · 29 sec · 280th Street
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Keep slight left to continue on Stagecoach Road
1.2 km · 1 min · Stagecoach Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Stagecoach Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Webster City and Homer.
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.
US 20 West
Merge slight left
3.8 mi · 00h 04m
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 Likely leaving Webster City and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Homer.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Webster City to Homer?
The road trip is about 11.9 miles (19.2 km) and usually takes 00h 19m 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?
Duncombe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6 miles from Webster City and 6 miles from Homer.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 8.6 miles (13.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.3 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.58 one way or $3.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Webster City and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Homer.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Webster City and Homer. Straight-line distance: 8.58 mi (13.81 km).
#1 Webster City
City in Iowa
| Population | 7,671 |
| Coordinates | 42.4694200, -93.8160500 |
| Altitude | 317 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Homer
Homer is a place in Iowa, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 42.3738600, -93.9235600 |
| Altitude | 338 |
| Country | United States |
End: Homer (-93.92356, 42.37386)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 19 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.58 | $3.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.79 | $3.57 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.95 | $3.91 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.23 | $4.46 |
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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