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Trip from Indiana, IA to Monona, 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 50m

Distance

225 mi

362 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$35

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 37m ★
6 AM
4h 50m
8 AM
5h 17m
10 AM
5h 0m
12 PM
4h 57m
3 PM
5h 1m
5 PM
5h 16m
8 PM
4h 42m

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

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Downtown Indiana, IA, IA

Indiana, IA

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human settlement in Clayton County, Iowa, United States of America

Monona, IA

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a journey from Indiana to Monona, Iowa, prepare for a 225-mile trek across the Midwest. Covering this distance typically takes 4 hours and 50 minutes, making it a manageable day trip if you get an early start. Your path relies on a series of local roads, including County Highway G76, South Lincoln Street, and Highway 14, rather than major interstates. With an estimated fuel cost of $34, it is an affordable excursion for those who prefer navigating regional corridors. Since this is a point-to-point journey within Iowa, you can comfortably complete the drive in a single day without needing an overnight stay.

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

112.5 miles from Indiana, IA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 18m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 80 73.9 mi 1h 19m
State Highway 13 45.6 mi 1h 2m
US 151 26.5 mi 34m
State Highway 14 23.3 mi 34m
Avenue of the Saints 15.5 mi 16m
Crystal Road 8.3 mi 13m
IA 5 7.6 mi 11m
US 30 6.3 mi 7m
Longest stretch: I 80 — 73.9 mi, about 1h 19m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

74 mi · 1 hr 19 min · I 80
12

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 58 sec
Toward I 380, US 218, IA 27
13

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min
Toward I 380, US 218 North, IA 27 North: Cedar Rapids, Waterloo
14

Merge onto I 380; US 218; IA 27

16 mi · 16 min · Avenue of the Saints
15

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward US 30 East, US 151 North: Mount Vernon
16

Merge onto US 30; US 151

6.3 mi · 7 min · US 30; US 151
17

Take the exit onto US 151

27 mi · 34 min · US 151
Toward US 151 north, IA 13 north: Marion
18

Continue on IA 13

15 mi · 20 min · State Highway 13
19

Turn right onto IA 13; CR D22

1.1 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
20

Turn left onto IA 13

1.4 mi · 3 min · North Franklin Street
21

Continue on IA 13

9.8 mi · 13 min · State Highway 13
22

Turn right onto IA 3

0.6 mi · 52 sec · State Highway 3
23

Turn sharp left onto 398th Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · 398th Street
24

Turn right onto Crystal Road

8.3 mi · 13 min · Crystal Road
25

Turn right onto IA 13

21 mi · 28 min · State Highway 13
26

At end of road, turn left onto US 52

1.0 mi · 1 min · US 52
27

Turn left onto US 18; US 52

5.0 mi · 6 min · US 18; US 52
28

Turn right onto CR X26

0.8 mi · 1 min · Main Street
29

Turn right onto CR B45

160 ft · 3 sec · East Iowa Street
30

Arrive at destination

CR B45

Trip Plan

Because this route is entirely composed of local roads, plan for a steady, consistent pace rather than high-speed travel. You should budget for at least one stop during your 225-mile journey to stretch your legs and refresh, especially given the turn-heavy nature of the drive. Aim to depart early in the day to ensure you reach Monona before dusk, as local roads can be more challenging to navigate in low light. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $34 estimate assumes a standard vehicle efficiency that may fluctuate depending on how often you navigate stops and turns. Since you have total flexibility, use your single planned stop to check your navigation, as the transition between County Highway G76 and Highway 14 requires careful attention.

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 112.5 miles from Indiana, IA, or about 2h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.9 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 50 miles or 1h 9m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 112.5 miles or 2h 18m 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 51m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Monona, 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 225 miles and 4h 50m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 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 73.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown North Liberty, IA, IA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

North Liberty, IA

113 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

Newton, IA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

North Liberty, IA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 112.5 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 73.9 miles.

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

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Coralville, Iowa

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 112.5

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13195453131

Visit website

Steak 'n Shake

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Coralville, Iowa

1.8 mi

Stack Wellness Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Coralville, Iowa

1.9 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Midnight Coffee

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Tiffin, Iowa

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 112.5

Hours: 6:30 am–2 pm

+13196262272

Visit website

Café Saint Pio

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

2.6 mi

Hyper Energy Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

North Liberty, Iowa

2.2 mi

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 112.5

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13195453131

Visit website

Steak 'n Shake

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 112.5

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 10 am–12 pm

+13198006117

Visit website

Stack Wellness Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 112.5

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+13196262320

Visit website

Foundry Food + Tap

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 112.5

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–1 pm

+13196650001

Visit website

Culver’s

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 112.5

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+13195458255

Visit website

Barrett's Quality Eats

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 112.5

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+13196262227

Visit website

Red Lobster

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately mile 112.5

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13193386400

Visit website

Taco Bell

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 112.5

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+13195452455

Visit website

Midnight Coffee

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 112.5

Tiffin, Iowa

Hours: 6:30 am–2 pm

+13196262272

Visit website

Café Saint Pio

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 128.6

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+13192001000

Hyper Energy Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 112.5

North Liberty, Iowa

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+13192598505

Visit website

Trading Grounds

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 144.7

Marion, Iowa

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

Kismet Coffee & Bloom

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 128.6

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+13192003218

Visit website

Roasters Coffeehouse NewBo

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 128.6

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

Visit website

Groundswell Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 128.6

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+13192002791

Visit website

Veritas Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 128.6

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: Closed

+13192083192

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 128.6

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 112.5

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 96.4

Williamsburg, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

2.4 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 112.5

North Liberty, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 112.5

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+31880109500

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.1 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 112.5

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 128.6

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

+18006360986

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

1.1 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 128.6

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Barrel House

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 112.5

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13196262550

Visit website

Caramelcorn Shoppe/Smoothie Stop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 112.5

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+13196255568

Field Day Brewing Co.

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour $20 to $30 mile 112.5

North Liberty, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+13192082154

Visit website

Bistro at Blooms

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 144.7

Marion, Iowa

Hours: 8 am–2:30 pm

+13194499996

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 21

5 decision points cluster between mile 2 and 134.5 — 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
110.8 mi into trip | ~2h 15m in

Take the exit toward I 380, US 218, IA 27

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 380, US 218, IA 27
6
111.2 mi into trip | ~2h 16m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 380, US 218 North, IA 27 North: Cedar Rapids, Waterloo

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 380, US 218 North, IA 27 North: Cedar...
5
127.6 mi into trip | ~2h 34m in

Take the exit toward US 30 East, US 151 North: Mount Vernon

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 30 East, US 151 North: Mount Vernon
5
134.5 mi into trip | ~2h 42m in | US 151

Take the exit onto US 151 toward US 151 north, IA 13 north: Marion

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 151 north, IA 13 north: Marion

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$35.18 one way

$70.35 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 79 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $38.62 $77.24
premium $4.89 $43.30 $86.60
diesel $5.61 $49.68 $99.35

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$35

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$60–$85

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 78.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 67.5 0 $23.63 $10.80
Efficient EV 56.3 0 $19.69 $9.00
EV Truck/SUV 90 1 $31.50 $14.40

Gas CO2

79 kg

EV CO2

26 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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

11:19 PM

CDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Monona, IA

Night in Monona on Saturday

Local time

11:19 PM

CDT

Current temp

45°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

26 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 50m 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?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features zero highway miles, meaning you will be navigating surface streets and regional connectors for the entire 4 hours and 50 minutes. The road’s personality is defined by its technical nature, requiring constant navigation through local intersections and turns. Because the route relies exclusively on roads like Highway 14 and County Highway G76, you should be prepared for a slower, more deliberate pace compared to high-speed transit. It is a hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged with the local landscape from start to finish.

84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 73.9 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 13. You will hit about 21 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 225 miles you will encounter 21 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 110.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 111.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Indiana, IA to Monona, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Waterloo along the way.

Waterloo

111.2 mi in | ~2h 16m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 50m. Total distance: 225 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 73.9 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 110.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 111.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Monona, 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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