Walford, IA Road Trips
Walford, IA serves as a quiet starting point in the Midwest, connecting drivers to 5 outbound routes across the area. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 15-mile quick runs to 275-mile cross-state drives. Routes from Walford, IA spread mainly west and north, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
274.8 mi
Sioux City, IA
Quickest Drive
25m
Cedar Rapids, IA
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Trips from Walford, IA
Driving from Walford, IA
Expect an average of 139 miles and about 2h 45m behind the wheel when leaving Walford, IA. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 275 miles (5h 28m), while the shortest is just 15 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Walford, IA are Sioux City, IA (274.8 mi, 5h 28m), Council Bluffs, IA (237.6 mi, 4h 27m), Ames, IA (101.3 mi, 2h 4m), Waterloo, IA (66 mi, 1h 21m), and Cedar Rapids, IA (15.1 mi, 25m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in IA currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 139-mile trip from Walford, IA, budget about $21 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Walford, IA and 0 routes heading into Walford, IA, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 15 to 275 miles.
The longest mapped route from Walford, IA covers 275 miles and takes approximately 5h 28m. Shorter options start at just 15 miles.
The average route from Walford, IA runs about 139 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 45m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 139-mile trip from Walford, IA costs roughly $21 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Walford, IA include Sioux City, IA, Council Bluffs, IA, Ames, IA and Waterloo, IA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Walford, IA by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
1,318
Median Income
$116,477
Median Home Value
$274,500
Median Age
37.8
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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