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Trip from Indiana, IA to Manning, 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 59m

Distance

138 mi

222 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 48m ★
6 AM
3h 0m
8 AM
3h 22m
10 AM
3h 8m
12 PM
3h 5m
3 PM
3h 9m
5 PM
3h 21m
8 PM
2h 53m

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

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Indiana, IA

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city in Carroll County, Iowa, United States

Manning, IA

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Trip Overview

This 138-mile journey from Indiana, IA to Manning, IA is a straightforward, one-day trip, estimated to take just under 3 hours. You'll primarily navigate on State Highway 5 and IA 5, with a portion also on George P. Soumas Memorial Highway. With a highway share of 32%, expect a mixed driving experience. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $22. Given the relatively short duration and distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing for flexibility in your timing. Both your origin and destination are within the Midwest region, so no significant regional transition is expected.

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

69 miles from Indiana, IA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
George P. Soumas Memorial Highway 54.5 mi 1h 15m
State Highway 5 19.2 mi 22m
IA 5 17 mi 21m
Northwest Granger Drive 16.5 mi 19m
Military Order of the Purple Heart Highway 12.3 mi 14m
I 35 8 mi 9m
Northwest 114th Street 2.6 mi 3m
Southeast Grimes Boulevard 2.3 mi 3m
Longest stretch: George P. Soumas Memorial Highway — 54.5 mi, about 1h 15m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Indiana, IA and Manning, 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

11 mi · 12 min · IA 5
5

Turn right

0.1 mi · 7 sec
6

Continue on IA 5

19 mi · 22 min · State Highway 5
7

Merge onto US 65; IA 5

12 mi · 14 min · Military Order of the Purple Heart Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight left at fork

0.9 mi · 1 min
Toward I-35 north: Minneapolis
9

Merge onto I 35

8.0 mi · 9 min · I 35
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 127B Toward IA 141 West: Grimes Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Merge onto IA 141

2.3 mi · 3 min · Southeast Grimes Boulevard
12

Continue on IA 141

1.0 mi · 1 min · Northeast Grimes Boulevard
13

Continue on IA 141

2.6 mi · 3 min · Northwest 114th Street
14

Continue on IA 141

16 mi · 18 min · Northwest Granger Drive
15

Continue on IA 141

0.9 mi · 1 min · Northwest Granger Drive
16

Continue on IA 141

21 mi · 28 min · George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
17

Continue on IA 141

0.5 mi · 55 sec · Railway Street
18

Continue on IA 141

34 mi · 47 min · George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
19

Turn right onto Main Street

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Main Street
20

Turn right onto 3rd Street

42 ft · 1 sec · 3rd Street
21

Arrive at destination

3rd Street

Trip Plan

For this 2-hour and 59-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize your day or a mid-morning start for a more relaxed pace. With only one recommended stop and a manageable distance, you have the flexibility to decide when and where to take a break. The estimated fuel cost of $22 is quite reasonable, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before you set off, especially before heading onto the 54.5-mile stretch on George P. Soumas Memorial Highway. Keep an eye on road signs for State Highway 5 and IA 5 to stay on track for Manning.

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 69 miles from Indiana, IA, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.5 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 30 miles or 38m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 69 miles or 1h 26m 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 24m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Manning, 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 138 miles and 2h 59m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 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 George P. Soumas Memorial Highway for about 54.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Clive, IA, IA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Clive, IA

69 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

Des Moines, IA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Grimes, IA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 69 miles from Indiana, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

100th St. Corner Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Urbandale, Iowa

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 59.2

Hours: 6 am–1:30 pm

+15153312343

Visit website

Machine Shed Restaurant Urbandale

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Urbandale, Iowa

1.5 mi

Istanbul Grill Cafe & Bakery

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Urbandale, Iowa

1.5 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Vintage Road Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Granger, Iowa

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 69

Hours: 6:30 am–12 pm

+13193210534

Visit website

Life Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Urbandale, Iowa

1.5 mi

TMC Chrome Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Des Moines, Iowa

1.8 mi

100th St. Corner Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 59.2

Urbandale, Iowa

Hours: 6 am–1:30 pm

+15153312343

Visit website

Machine Shed Restaurant Urbandale

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 59.2

Urbandale, Iowa

Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm

+15152706818

Visit website

Istanbul Grill Cafe & Bakery

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 59.2

Urbandale, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+15152071292

Visit website

Smokey Row Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 19.7

Pleasantville, Iowa

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15158485959

Visit website

Urbandale Clubhouse And Restaurant

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 59.2

Urbandale, Iowa

Hours: 7 am–12 pm

+15152765496

Visit website

Mi Mexico Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 59.2

Clive, Iowa

Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm

+15152226933

Visit website

Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30 mile 59.2

Clive, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15155133330

Visit website

Cayannes' Cafe & Gifts

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 78.9

Woodward, Iowa

Hours: 7 am–8:30 pm

+15154239731

Visit website

Vintage Road Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 69

Granger, Iowa

Hours: 6:30 am–12 pm

+13193210534

Visit website

Life Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 59.2

Urbandale, Iowa

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

TMC Chrome Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 49.3

Des Moines, Iowa

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15154758085

SweetDude Coffee & Café

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 59.2

Clive, Iowa

Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

+15155090915

Visit website

Vintage Road Coffee Co. - MercyOne West Des Moines Medical Center

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 59.2

West Des Moines, Iowa

Hours: 6:30 am–2 pm

+13193210534

Visit website

Hyper Energy Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 49.3

West Des Moines, Iowa

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+15156446155

Visit website

Hyper Energy Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 59.2

Waukee, Iowa

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+15152078041

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 138

Manning, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 118.3

Coon Rapids, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 59.2

Grimes, Iowa

+18006360986

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 59.2

Urbandale, Iowa

Shell Recharge Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 59.2

Grimes, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18006360986

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 59.2

Grimes, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 118.3

Coon Rapids, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 88.7

Perry, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Z'Mariks Noodle Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 59.2

Clive, Iowa

Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm

+15152239605

Visit website

Paris Banh Mi Windsor Heights

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 59.2

Windsor Heights, Iowa

Hours: 9 am–7:30 pm

+15152778888

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 2 and 59.6 — 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

5
38.4 mi into trip | ~47m in | US 65; IA 5 / Military Order of the Purple Heart Highway

Merge onto US 65; IA 5 / Military Order of the Purple Heart Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
50.7 mi into trip | ~1h 2m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I-35 north: Minneapolis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I-35 north: Minneapolis
5
51.6 mi into trip | ~1h 4m in | I 35

Merge onto I 35

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
59.6 mi into trip | ~1h 13m in

Take the exit toward IA 141 West: Grimes

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 127B Toward IA 141 West: Grimes

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$21.57 one way

$43.15 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 48 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $23.69 $47.38
premium $4.89 $26.56 $53.11
diesel $5.61 $30.47 $60.94

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$22

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$47–$72

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 48.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 41.4 0 $14.49 $6.62
Efficient EV 34.5 0 $12.08 $5.52
EV Truck/SUV 55.2 0 $19.32 $8.83

Gas CO2

48 kg

EV CO2

16 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

Late night in Indiana on Sunday

Local time

2:47 AM

CDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Manning, IA

Late night in Manning on Sunday

Local time

2:47 AM

CDT

Current temp

49°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

22 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 59m 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?

The drive offers a mixed profile, with 32% of the route on highways, suggesting a blend of faster travel and more local road conditions. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 54.5 miles along George P. Soumas Memorial Highway, providing a substantial period of consistent driving. The character of the road is likely to shift as you progress, moving between potentially quicker highway segments and more meandering state highway sections. This variety means you won't be stuck in a monotonous interstate grind, offering a more engaging experience behind the wheel.

32% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 54.5 mi on George P. Soumas Memorial Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near IA 5.

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 138 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 2 miles (IA 5): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 38.4 miles (US 65; IA 5 / Military Order of the Purple Heart Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 59m. Total distance: 138 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (32%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 54.5 miles on George P. Soumas Memorial Highway. 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): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 38.4 miles (US 65; IA 5 / Military Order of the Purple Heart Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Manning, 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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