Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
34m
Distance
23.3 mi
37 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Creston, IA
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Lorimor, IA
Quang Nguyen Vinh
Creston to Lorimor is 23.3 miles and takes about 34 minutes via US 169, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive keeps you within the Midwest region, specifically within Iowa. It's a straightforward trip, ideal for when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently without a long commitment. Given its brevity, it's a perfect example of a same-day journey, allowing you ample time for other activities or simply a relaxed travel experience. Consider this route for its simplicity and speed.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Taylor Street | 15.2 mi | 21m |
| US 169 | 7.3 mi | 10m |
| North Elm Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Montgomery Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Creston, IA and Lorimor, IA.
Start on East Montgomery Street
Turn left onto North Elm Street
Turn left onto US 34
Turn left onto US 169
Arrive at destination
3 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 16 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto North Elm Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 34 / West Taylor Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto US 169
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$3.87 one way
$7.75 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $4.22 | $8.44 |
| premium | $5.18 | $4.75 | $9.51 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $4.91 | $9.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7 | 0 | $2.45 | $1.12 |
| Efficient EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.04 | $0.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.26 | $1.49 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Creston on Wednesday
Local time
3:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Afternoon in Lorimor on Wednesday
Local time
3:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Partly Cloudy
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This drive offers a mixed experience, with about 31% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 15.2 miles on West Taylor Street, offering a good period of uninterrupted travel. The route transitions between different road types, suggesting you'll experience a variety of driving conditions. Expect sections that feel more like a typical highway cruise, interspersed with segments that might be more akin to local roads. This variation means you won't be locked into a single driving style for the entire 23.3 miles.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Elm Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Creston, IA to Lorimor, IA is easy. At 34m with 31% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Elm Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 34 / West Taylor Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 16 miles (US 169): Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
323 ft
Total Descent
407 ft
Highest Point
1,317 ft
~3.3 mi in
Elevation Range
261 ft
Founded 1868
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 34m. Total distance: 23.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (31%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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