Origin
Britt, IA
Late night in Britt on Wednesday
Local time
12:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Britt, IA to Indiana, IA
Data updated 5 hours ago
Drive Time
3h 28m
Distance
167.5 mi
270 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 17m
★
6 AM
3h 29m
8 AM
3h 53m
10 AM
3h 37m
12 PM
3h 35m
3 PM
3h 39m
5 PM
3h 52m
8 PM
3h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Britt, IA
Quang Nguyen Vinh
Indiana, IA
Kelly
Trip Overview
This 167.5-mile journey from Britt, Iowa, to Indiana, Iowa, is a manageable day trip, estimated to take around 3 hours and 28 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-35, IA-5, and Sage Avenue, the drive offers a straightforward path through the Midwest's heartland. With a fuel cost estimated at $26, it's an economical option for exploring within the state. This route is well-suited for a single day of travel, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. The direct nature of the drive makes it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
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
83.7 miles from Britt, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 48m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for this trip, with 73% of the route on major roadways. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 59.2 miles, primarily on I-35, providing ample opportunity for consistent driving. While much of the journey will be on faster roads, the inclusion of IA-5 and Sage Avenue suggests a transition to more local thoroughfares as you approach your destination. This mix means you'll experience both the efficiency of the interstate and a taste of Iowa's smaller road networks.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 35 is the longest continuous segment at about 59.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35 and IA 5. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 55.4 miles in near I 35.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 167.5 miles you will encounter 15 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 55.4 miles (I 35): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 114.5 miles (I 35): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 114.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
55.4 mi into trip
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~1h 18m in
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I 35
Merge onto I 35
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
114.5 mi into trip
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~2h 22m in
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I 35
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35 toward I 35 South, I 80: Kansas City, Council Bluffs, Davenport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 35 South, I 80: Kansas City, Council B...
5
114.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 22m in
Take the exit toward I 80 East: Davenport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 137A
Toward I 80 East: Davenport
8
118.1 mi into trip
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~2h 27m in
Take the exit toward US 65 South: Altoona, Des Moines
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 141
Toward US 65 South: Altoona, Des Moines
5
118.7 mi into trip
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~2h 28m in
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US 65 / Military Order of the Purple Heart Highway
Merge onto US 65 / Military Order of the Purple Heart Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Britt, IA and Indiana, IA, road signs point toward Council Bluffs, Davenport and Des Moines.
Council Bluffs
114.5 mi in
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~2h 22m
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via I 35
Davenport
114.5 mi in
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~2h 22m
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via I 35
Des Moines
118.1 mi in
|
~2h 27m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35 | 59.2 mi | 1h 4m |
| IA 5 | 35.4 mi | 42m |
| Sage Avenue | 26.7 mi | 36m |
| US 69 | 15 mi | 20m |
| Military Order of the Purple Heart Highway | 10.7 mi | 12m |
| US Highway 18 | 9.5 mi | 13m |
| 190th Street | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| I 80 | 2.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 35
— 59.2 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Britt, IA and Indiana, IA.
1
Start on Main Avenue North
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Main Avenue North
2
Turn right onto US 18
9.5 mi
·
13 min
·
US Highway 18
3
Turn right onto US 69
27 mi
·
36 min
·
Sage Avenue
4
Turn left onto US 69
15 mi
·
20 min
·
US 69
5
Turn left onto CR D20
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
190th Street
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward Somerset Road
7
Merge onto I 35
59 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
I 35
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
I 35
Toward I 35 South, I 80: Kansas City, Council Bluffs, Davenport
9
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
2 min
Exit 137A
Toward I 80 East: Davenport
10
Merge onto I 80
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
I 80
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 141
Toward US 65 South: Altoona, Des Moines
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto US 65
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Military Order of the Purple Heart Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward IA 5 South: Carlisle
14
Continue on IA 5
19 mi
·
21 min
·
IA 5
15
Turn left onto IA 5; IA 92
11 mi
·
11 min
·
IA 5; IA 92
16
Take the exit onto IA 5
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
IA 5
17
Turn right onto IA 5
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
IA 5
18
Turn sharp right onto CR G76
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
County Highway G76
19
Continue on CR G76
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
County Highway G76
20
Arrive at destination
CR G76
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour, 28-minute duration, starting your drive in the morning will allow you to arrive at your destination with plenty of daylight remaining. With only one recommended stop and a reasonable fuel cost of $26, this trip offers flexibility; you can depart at your leisure. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 59.2-mile stretch on I-35, as services can be spaced out. Planning a brief stop around the halfway point of this main highway segment will ensure a comfortable drive.
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 83.7 miles from Britt, IA, or about 1h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.2 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 80 miles or 1h 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.7 miles or 1h 48m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Indiana, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Britt, 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 Britt, IA
This is one driving day of about 167.5 miles and 3h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Britt, 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 35 for about 59.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 83.7 mi from Britt, IA · 1h 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
84 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
Arriving in Indiana, IA
The final approach into Indiana, IA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Indiana, IA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.19 one way
$52.37 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
59 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $28.75 | $57.50 |
| premium | $4.89 | $32.23 | $64.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.98 | $73.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.3 | 0 | $17.59 | $8.04 |
| Efficient EV | 41.9 | 0 | $14.66 | $6.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 67 | 0 | $23.45 | $10.72 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 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.
Destination
Indiana, IA
Late night in Indiana on Wednesday
Local time
12:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°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
25 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 28m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Britt, IA to Indiana, IA covers 167.5 miles and takes about 3h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 35, IA 5, Sage Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 83.7 miles from Britt, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.19 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 167.5 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 55.4 miles (I 35): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 114.5 miles (I 35): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 114.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Between Britt, IA and Indiana, IA, road signs point toward Council Bluffs, Davenport and Des Moines.
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