Indiana, IA to Kalona, IA is 84.2 miles and takes about 2h 1m via IA 92, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive primarily within Iowa, taking you across the Midwest. Given the relatively short distance and duration, this trip is easily manageable as a same-day excursion. It's a practical option for a quick journey, offering a direct path between two points without extensive detours or complexities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.1 miles from Indiana, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 1m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
IA 92
41 mi
55m
State Highway 22
19 mi
28m
State Highway 149
11.1 mi
15m
County Highway T17
6.5 mi
11m
IA 5
2.3 mi
3m
County Highway G76
2 mi
3m
Main Street
0.9 mi
1m
6th Street
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
IA 92
— 41 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indiana, IA and Kalona, IA.
1
Start on CR G76
1.9 mi·3 min·County Highway G76
2
Continue on CR G76
0.2 mi·19 sec·County Highway G76
3
Turn right onto IA 5
2.3 mi·3 min·IA 5
4
Turn left onto CR T17
6.5 mi·11 min·County Highway T17
5
Turn right onto IA 92
41 mi·55 min·IA 92
6
Turn left onto IA 149
11 mi·15 min·State Highway 149
7
Continue on IA 22; IA 149
0.9 mi·1 min·Main Street
8
Continue on IA 22
13 mi·18 min·State Highway 22
9
Continue on IA 22
0.8 mi·1 min·6th Street
10
Continue on IA 22
6.2 mi·9 min·State Highway 22
11
Continue on IA 22
0.5 mi·47 sec·East Avenue
12
Turn right onto 5th Street
0.2 mi·49 sec·5th Street
13
Turn left onto B Avenue
36 ft·1 sec·B Avenue
14
Arrive at destination
B Avenue
Trip Plan
With a total travel time of just over 2 hours, this is a flexible trip that doesn't require extensive planning. You can depart any time of day and still comfortably complete the drive before evening. There are no designated stops mentioned, so feel free to make spontaneous breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is around $13, and it's always wise to top off before heading out, especially since the longest continuous stretch is 41 miles.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 42.1 miles from Indiana, IA, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41 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 19 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.1 miles or 1h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kalona, 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 84.2 miles and 2h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Indiana, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on IA 92 for about 41 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 2 and 84.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
2 mi into trip|~3m in|IA 5
Turn right onto IA 5
Navigation decision point
4
10.8 mi into trip|~18m in|IA 92
Turn right onto IA 92
Navigation decision point
4
51.8 mi into trip|~1h 14m in|IA 149 / State Highway 149
Turn left onto IA 149 / State Highway 149
Navigation decision point
4
84 mi into trip|~2h in|5th Street
Turn right onto 5th Street
Navigation decision point
5
84.2 mi into trip|~2h 1m in|B Avenue
Turn left onto B Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.16 one way
$26.33 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg30 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$14.45
$28.91
premium
$4.89
$16.20
$32.41
diesel
$5.61
$18.59
$37.18
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.3
0
$8.84
$4.04
Efficient EV
21.1
0
$7.37
$3.37
EV Truck/SUV
33.7
0
$11.79
$5.39
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
11:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Kalona, IA
Night
in Kalona on Saturday
Local time
11:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°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
20 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 1m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 87% of the journey on main roads like IA 92, State Highway 22, and State Highway 149. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 41 miles on IA 92, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the trip. The drive generally maintains a steady character, allowing for efficient travel without frequent stops or significant changes in road type.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41 mi on IA 92.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on IA 92 and State Highway 22. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near IA 5.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Indiana, IA to Kalona, IA is easy. At 2h 1m with 87% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles (IA 5): Navigation decision point; at 10.8 miles (IA 92): Navigation decision point; at 51.8 miles (IA 149 / State Highway 149): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 1m. Total distance: 84.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 41 miles on IA 92. 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 2 miles (IA 5): Navigation decision point; at 10.8 miles (IA 92): Navigation decision point; at 51.8 miles (IA 149 / State Highway 149): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Kalona, IA before heading back.
