Origin
Bedford, IA
Night in Bedford on Saturday
Local time
11:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bedford, IA to Indiana, IA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 51m
Distance
119.3 mi
192 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 40m
★
6 AM
2h 51m
8 AM
3h 14m
10 AM
2h 59m
12 PM
2h 57m
3 PM
3h 0m
5 PM
3h 12m
8 PM
2h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bedford, IA
Kristian Thomas
Indiana, IA
Kelly
Trip Overview
This 119.3-mile drive from Bedford, Iowa, to Indiana, Iowa, is a manageable one-day trip, typically taking around 2 hours and 51 minutes. The route predominantly follows major highways, with 91% of the journey on interstates and state routes, making it a straightforward drive. You'll be spending the most time on State Highway 2, with a longest stretch of 48.7 miles, before transitioning to US 34 and I 35. With an estimated fuel cost of $19, this Midwest to Midwest journey is an economical choice for a short road trip. The drive offers a consistent highway experience, ideal for those who prefer covering distance efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
59.7 miles from Bedford, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 2 | 48.7 mi | 1h 11m |
| US 34 | 24.6 mi | 36m |
| I 35 | 19.8 mi | 21m |
| State Highway 14 | 15.7 mi | 23m |
| County Highway G76 | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| Court Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North 7th Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Highway G76 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 2
— 48.7 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bedford, IA and Indiana, IA.
1
Start on IA 148
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Madison Street
2
Turn right onto Pearl Street
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Pearl Street
3
Keep slight left at fork onto CR N44
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Pearl Street
4
Continue on CR N44
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
County Road N44
5
Turn right onto IA 2
13 mi
·
18 min
·
State Highway 2
6
Continue on IA 2
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 2
7
Continue on IA 2
34 mi
·
49 min
·
State Highway 2
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
9
Merge onto I 35
20 mi
·
21 min
·
I 35
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward US 34: Osceola, Creston
11
Turn right onto US 34
25 mi
·
36 min
·
US 34
12
Turn left onto US 34 Business
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Court Avenue
13
Turn left onto IA 14
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North 7th Street
14
Continue on IA 14
16 mi
·
23 min
·
State Highway 14
15
Turn right onto CR G76
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Highway G76
16
Continue on CR G76
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
County Highway G76
17
Arrive at destination
CR G76
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of just under 3 hours, this route is perfectly suited for a single day trip. You can leave any time of day and still arrive comfortably. With only one stop suggested along the way, you have plenty of flexibility to decide when and where to take a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a significant change in road type is nearly 50 miles on State Highway 2. The $19 fuel cost estimate means you won't need to budget heavily for gas on this journey.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 59.7 miles from Bedford, IA, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 48.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 26 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.7 miles or 1h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Indiana, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bedford, IA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bedford, IA
This is one driving day of about 119.3 miles and 2h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Bedford, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on State Highway 2 for about 48.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.7 miles from Bedford, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 96.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Pearl Street
Turn right onto Pearl Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
CR N44 / Pearl Street
Keep slight left at fork onto CR N44 / Pearl Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
49.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
69.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 35m in
Take the exit toward US 34: Osceola, Creston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 34: Osceola, Creston
4
96.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 15m in
|
IA 14 / North 7th Street
Turn left onto IA 14 / North 7th Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.65 one way
$37.30 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.48 | $40.96 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.96 | $45.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.34 | $52.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.8 | 0 | $12.53 | $5.73 |
| Efficient EV | 29.8 | 0 | $10.44 | $4.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.7 | 0 | $16.70 | $7.64 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Indiana, IA
Night in Indiana on Saturday
Local time
11:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Leon, IA
60 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 51m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a largely highway-focused experience on this route, with a substantial 91% of the drive taking place on State Highway 2, US 34, and I 35. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 48.7 miles on State Highway 2, offering a good stretch of consistent driving. This road profile suggests a predominantly fast-paced journey, minimizing time spent on slower, local roads. The character of the drive remains consistent, prioritizing efficient travel over varied scenery.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 48.7 mi on State Highway 2.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 2 and US 34. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Pearl Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 51m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Pearl Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (CR N44 / Pearl Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 49.8 miles: Navigation decision point.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bedford, IA to Indiana, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Creston along the way.
Creston
69.9 mi in
|
~1h 35m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 51m. Total distance: 119.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 48.7 miles on State Highway 2. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Pearl Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (CR N44 / Pearl Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 49.8 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Indiana, IA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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