De Witt, IA to Indiana, IA is 185.2 miles and takes about 3h 40m via US 61 and I 80, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Iowa, traversing the familiar Midwest landscape. It's a straightforward drive, primarily on major highways, making it a convenient option for a single-day journey. If you're looking for a simple, efficient way to get from point A to point B without much fuss, this route fits the bill.
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
92.6 miles from De Witt, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 45m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 40m. Total distance: 185.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Expect a highway-focused drive for this 185.2-mile trip, with 96% of it spent on major roads like US 61 and I 80. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 83.7 miles along US 61, offering a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm. This route mainly consists of efficient interstate travel, punctuated by segments on State Highway 14. You'll find the driving experience to be direct and purposeful, with minimal distractions.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 61 is the longest continuous segment at about 83.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 61 and I 80. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 6th Avenue.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 40m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (6th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (US 30): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|6th Avenue
Turn left onto 6th Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
1.1 mi into trip|~2m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
1.4 mi into trip|~3m in|US 30
Merge onto US 30
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
148.2 mi into trip|~2h 44m in
Take the exit toward US 6, IA 14: Newton, Monroe
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 6, IA 14: Newton, Monroe
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183.2 mi into trip|~3h 37m in|CR G76 / County Highway G76
Turn sharp right onto CR G76 / County Highway G76
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
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 De Witt, IA to Indiana, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Monroe along the way.
Monroe
148.2 mi in|~2h 44m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 61
83.7 mi
1h 32m
I 80
61.3 mi
1h 5m
State Highway 14
23.5 mi
34m
IA 5
7.5 mi
11m
North Lincoln Street
2.3 mi
3m
County Highway G76
2 mi
3m
US 30
1.8 mi
2m
6th Avenue
1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
US 61
— 83.7 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between De Witt, IA and Indiana, IA.
1
Start on 8th Street
215 ft·12 sec·8th Street
2
Turn left onto 6th Avenue
1.0 mi·2 min·6th Avenue
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·39 sec
4
Merge onto US 30
1.8 mi·2 min·US 30
5
Merge onto US 61
14 mi·16 min·US 61
6
Take the exit onto US 61
70 mi·1 hr 16 min·US 61
7
Continue on I 80
61 mi·1 hr 5 min·I 80
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward US 6, IA 14: Newton, Monroe
9
Turn left onto State Highway 14
11 mi·16 min·State Highway 14
10
Continue on IA 14
1.0 mi·1 min·Monroe Street
11
Continue on IA 14
13 mi·18 min·State Highway 14
12
Continue on IA 14
2.3 mi·3 min·North Lincoln Street
13
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·44 sec
14
Merge onto IA 5; IA 92
1.2 mi·1 min·IA 5; IA 92
15
Take the exit onto IA 5
0.5 mi·1 min·IA 5
16
Turn right onto IA 5
5.8 mi·8 min·IA 5
17
Turn sharp right onto CR G76
0.2 mi·24 sec·County Highway G76
18
Continue on CR G76
1.9 mi·3 min·County Highway G76
19
Arrive at destination
CR G76
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 3h 40m, this is comfortably a one-day trip from De Witt to Indiana, IA. You can easily depart in the morning and arrive by midday. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated around $29, you won't need to worry much about extensive planning. Keep an eye out for the transition between US 61 and I 80, as this is where the driving character shifts slightly. It's a good idea to top off your fuel before leaving De Witt to ensure you have plenty for the 83.7-mile stretch on US 61.
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 92.6 miles from De Witt, IA, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 83.7 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 41 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.6 miles or 1h 45m 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 De Witt, 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 De Witt, IA
This is one driving day of about 185.2 miles and 3h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from De Witt, 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 US 61 for about 83.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 92.6 mi from De Witt, IA
· 1h 45m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.95 one way
$57.91 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg65 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$31.79
$63.58
premium
$4.89
$35.64
$71.28
diesel
$5.61
$40.89
$81.78
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
55.6
0
$19.45
$8.89
Efficient EV
46.3
0
$16.21
$7.41
EV Truck/SUV
74.1
0
$25.93
$11.85
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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
De Witt, IA
Morning
in De Witt on Saturday
Local time
9:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Indiana, IA
Morning
in Indiana on Saturday
Local time
9:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Vinton, IA
93 mi in
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 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 40m 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 De Witt, IA to Indiana, IA covers 185.2 miles and takes about 3h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 61, I 80, State Highway 14. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 92.6 miles from De Witt, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.95 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 is a straightforward 3h 40m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (6th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (US 30): Merge point - match speed before joining.
On the drive from De Witt, IA to Indiana, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Monroe along the way.
