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Trip from Indiana, IA to Asbury, IA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 15m

Distance

200.7 mi

323 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$31

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
4h 2m ★
6 AM
4h 15m
8 AM
4h 41m
10 AM
4h 24m
12 PM
4h 22m
3 PM
4h 26m
5 PM
4h 40m
8 PM
4h 7m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Indiana, IA, IA

Indiana, IA

Kelly

Downtown Asbury, IA, IA

Asbury, IA

Tom Fisk

Trip Overview

Indiana, IA to Asbury, IA is 200.7 miles and takes about 4h 15m via I 80 and US 151, with a fuel budget near $31 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays entirely within Iowa, traversing the Midwest's familiar landscapes. It's a straightforward, one-day trip that mostly utilizes major highways, making it a practical choice for a quick journey between these two points. You'll find this drive to be efficient if you're looking to cover ground without extensive detours.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

100.3 miles from Indiana, IA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 4m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 80 81.4 mi 1h 27m
US 151 33.8 mi 39m
State Highway 14 23.3 mi 34m
State Highway 1 15.5 mi 21m
Highway 1 Northeast 10.7 mi 14m
Sundown Road 8.1 mi 14m
IA 5 7.6 mi 11m
US 20 7.3 mi 9m
Longest stretch: I 80 — 81.4 mi, about 1h 27m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Indiana, IA and Asbury, IA.

1

Start on CR G76

1.9 mi · 3 min · County Highway G76
2

Continue on CR G76

0.2 mi · 26 sec · County Highway G76
3

Turn sharp left onto IA 5

6.1 mi · 9 min · IA 5
4

Take the ramp onto IA 5

1.5 mi · 1 min · IA 5
5

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 52 sec
6

Turn right onto IA 14

2.2 mi · 3 min · South Lincoln Street
7

Continue on IA 14

13 mi · 18 min · State Highway 14
8

Continue on IA 14

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Monroe Street
9

Continue on IA 14

11 mi · 16 min · State Highway 14
10

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 41 sec
11

Merge onto I 80

81 mi · 1 hr 27 min · I 80
12

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 39 sec
Toward IA 1: Mount Vernon
13

Turn left onto IA 1

0.7 mi · 1 min · North Dodge Street
14

Continue on IA 1

7.5 mi · 10 min · Highway 1 Northeast
15

Continue on IA 1

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Market Street
16

Continue on IA 1

3.2 mi · 4 min · Highway 1 Northeast
17

Continue on IA 1

5.3 mi · 7 min · State Highway 1
18

Enter roundabout onto IA 1

132 ft · 5 sec · State Highway 1
19

Continue on IA 1

0.1 mi · 18 sec · State Highway 1
20

Continue on IA 1

1.5 mi · 2 min · 1st Avenue South
21

Continue on IA 1

10 mi · 13 min · State Highway 1
22

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min
23

Merge onto US 151

34 mi · 39 min · US 151
24

Turn left onto CR Y21

8.1 mi · 14 min · Sundown Road
25

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 45 sec
Toward US 20 East, US 52 South
26

Merge onto US 20; US 52

7.3 mi · 9 min · US 20; US 52
27

Turn left onto Northwest Arterial

1.9 mi · 3 min · Northwest Arterial
28

Turn left onto Asbury Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Asbury Road
29

Arrive at destination

Asbury Road

Trip Plan

Given the 4h 15m duration, starting in the morning will give you ample time to reach Asbury, IA, comfortably within a single day. With only one recommended stop, consider planning that break strategically around the halfway point or near the longest stretch on I 80. The fuel cost is estimated at $31, so ensure your tank is full before departing Indiana, IA. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 81.4-mile segment on I 80 where services might be less frequent.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 100.3 miles from Indiana, IA, or about 2h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.4 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 44 miles or 1h 3m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 100.3 miles or 2h 4m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 25m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Asbury, IA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Indiana, IA so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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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 Indiana, IA

This is one driving day of about 200.7 miles and 4h 15m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Indiana, 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 81.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Johnson County, Iowa, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Iowa City, IA

100 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.

Popular next leg

Iowa City, IA to Asbury, IA

84.8 mi · 1h 57m

Pacing Suggestions

Newton, IA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

North Liberty, IA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 100.3 miles from Indiana, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 80 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 81.4 miles.

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 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 2 and 190.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
2 mi into trip | ~3m in | IA 5

Turn sharp left onto IA 5

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

4
8.1 mi into trip | ~12m in | IA 5

Take the ramp onto IA 5

Navigation decision point

4
118.3 mi into trip | ~2h 23m in

Take the exit toward IA 1: Mount Vernon

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward IA 1: Mount Vernon
5
136.7 mi into trip | ~2h 49m in | IA 1 / State Highway 1

Enter roundabout onto IA 1 / State Highway 1

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
190.7 mi into trip | ~4h in

Take the ramp toward US 20 East, US 52 South

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 20 East, US 52 South

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$31.38 one way

$62.75 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 70 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $34.45 $68.90
premium $4.89 $38.62 $77.25
diesel $5.61 $44.31 $88.62

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$31

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$56–$81

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 70.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 60.2 0 $21.07 $9.63
Efficient EV 50.2 0 $17.56 $8.03
EV Truck/SUV 80.3 1 $28.10 $12.84

Gas CO2

70 kg

EV CO2

23 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Indiana, IA

Night in Indiana on Saturday

Local time

11:39 PM

CDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Asbury, IA

Night in Asbury on Saturday

Local time

11:39 PM

CDT

Current temp

69°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

2 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

4h 15m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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 89% of the route on major roads like I 80 and US 151. Expect long stretches of comfortable, high-speed driving, including an uninterrupted segment of 81.4 miles on I 80. While primarily interstate, you'll also navigate some state highway sections, offering a consistent pace throughout the 4h 15m journey. The road character remains largely consistent, prioritizing direct travel.

89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 81.4 mi on I 80.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and US 151. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near IA 5.

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 4h 15m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles (IA 5): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 8.1 miles (IA 5): Navigation decision point; at 118.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 15m. Total distance: 200.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (89%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 81.4 miles on I 80. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 2 miles (IA 5): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 8.1 miles (IA 5): Navigation decision point; at 118.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Asbury, IA, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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