Origin
Dysart, IA
Morning in Dysart on Sunday
Local time
9:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dysart, 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 33m
Distance
112.8 mi
182 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 23m
★
6 AM
2h 33m
8 AM
2h 54m
10 AM
2h 40m
12 PM
2h 38m
3 PM
2h 41m
5 PM
2h 53m
8 PM
2h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dysart, IA
DS stories
Indiana, IA
Kelly
Trip Overview
Dysart, IA to Indiana, IA is 112.8 miles and takes about 2h 33m via I 80, with a fuel budget near $18 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest and entirely within Iowa, making it a straightforward, same-day journey. The route is predominantly highway driving, offering a practical and efficient way to cover the distance. With a short duration and manageable fuel cost, this drive is ideal for a quick transit or a leisurely exploration of the local landscape without significant time commitment.
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
56.4 miles from Dysart, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 16m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 80 | 37.2 mi | 39m |
| State Highway 14 | 23.5 mi | 34m |
| Holsted Street | 19.6 mi | 28m |
| IA 5 | 7.5 mi | 11m |
| B Avenue | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| US 6 | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| 220th Street | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| State Highway 21 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 37.2 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dysart, IA and Indiana, IA.
1
Start on Main Street
65 ft
·
5 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto Wilson Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Wilson Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto IA 21
20 mi
·
28 min
·
Holsted Street
4
Turn right onto IA 21
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
7th Avenue
5
Continue on IA 21
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
11th Avenue
6
Continue on IA 21
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 21
7
Keep slight right at fork onto IA 21
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 21
8
Continue on IA 21
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
B Avenue
9
Turn right onto US 6
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
US 6
10
Turn left onto IA 21
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
220th Street
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
12
Merge onto I 80
37 mi
·
39 min
·
I 80
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward US 6, IA 14: Newton, Monroe
14
Turn left onto State Highway 14
11 mi
·
16 min
·
State Highway 14
15
Continue on IA 14
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Monroe Street
16
Continue on IA 14
13 mi
·
18 min
·
State Highway 14
17
Continue on IA 14
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
North Lincoln Street
18
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
19
Merge onto IA 5; IA 92
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
IA 5; IA 92
20
Take the exit onto IA 5
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
IA 5
21
Turn right onto IA 5
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
IA 5
22
Turn sharp right onto CR G76
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
County Highway G76
23
Continue on CR G76
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
County Highway G76
24
Arrive at destination
CR G76
Trip Plan
Given the short drive time of just over 2.5 hours, you have plenty of flexibility for when to depart. Leaving Dysart mid-morning allows for a relaxed start. The longest stretch without a significant break is just over 37 miles on I 80, so plan a quick stop before or after this segment if you prefer. With a fuel cost estimated at $18, filling up before you leave Dysart or at a convenient point along I 80 should be sufficient. Pay attention as you transition off I 80 onto State Highway 14 and then Holsted Street, as these local roads will require more attention.
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 56.4 miles from Dysart, IA, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.2 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 25 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.4 miles or 1h 16m 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 2m
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 Dysart, 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 Dysart, IA
This is one driving day of about 112.8 miles and 2h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Dysart, 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 I 80 for about 37.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 56.4 miles from Dysart, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 110.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Wilson Street
Turn right onto Wilson Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
IA 21 / Holsted Street
At end of road, turn right onto IA 21 / Holsted Street
Navigation decision point
4
20 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
IA 21 / 7th Avenue
Turn right onto IA 21 / 7th Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
75.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
Take the exit toward US 6, IA 14: Newton, Monroe
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 6, IA 14: Newton, Monroe
5
110.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 29m in
|
CR G76 / County Highway G76
Turn sharp right onto CR G76 / County Highway G76
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.63 one way
$35.27 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $19.36 | $38.73 |
| premium | $4.89 | $21.71 | $43.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.90 | $49.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.8 | 0 | $11.84 | $5.41 |
| Efficient EV | 28.2 | 0 | $9.87 | $4.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.1 | 0 | $15.79 | $7.22 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Morning in Indiana on Sunday
Local time
9:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 33m 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?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 66% of the journey on major roadways like I 80. Expect stretches where you'll be covering ground efficiently, including one segment of 37.2 miles on I 80 without a major change in scenery. While much of the drive is on the interstate, you'll also navigate sections on State Highway 14 and through local streets like Holsted Street as you approach your destination. The character shifts from open highway cruising to more local road navigation, so stay alert for changes in speed limits and road conditions.
66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.2 mi on I 80.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and State Highway 14. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Wilson Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 112.8 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Wilson Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (IA 21 / Holsted Street): Navigation decision point; at 20 miles (IA 21 / 7th Avenue): 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 Dysart, IA to Indiana, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Monroe along the way.
Monroe
75.7 mi in
|
~1h 36m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 33m. Total distance: 112.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.2 miles on I 80. 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: near the start (Wilson Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (IA 21 / Holsted Street): Navigation decision point; at 20 miles (IA 21 / 7th Avenue): 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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