Origin
De Witt, IA
Afternoon in De Witt on Sunday
Local time
4:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from De Witt, IA to Iowa City, IA
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
69.1 mi
111 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
De Witt, IA
Vladislovas Sketerskis
Iowa City, IA
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from De Witt to Iowa City, you are looking at a straightforward 69.1-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 9 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip, it works perfectly as a quick day trip, meaning you don't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you have extra time to explore. Budgeting roughly $10 for fuel will comfortably cover your trip through this section of the Midwest. The route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, keeping the pace consistent and manageable. It is a practical connection between these two Iowa towns, offering a direct path for travelers who prefer local roads over highway traffic.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
34.6 miles from De Witt, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. You will navigate via 6th Avenue, IA 1, and North Dodge Street, which means you won't encounter the monotony of a long interstate stretch. In fact, there is 0% highway share on this route, so you can anticipate a more personal, winding experience rather than a high-speed cruise. With no single stretch on 6th Avenue exceeding 0 miles of uninterrupted driving, the route requires your full attention as you transition between roads. This is a hands-on driving experience that changes character as you navigate the turns through the Iowa landscape.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
6th Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from De Witt, IA to Iowa City, IA is easy. At 1h 9m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from De Witt, IA to Iowa City, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 6th Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| IA 1 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Dodge Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Church Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Gilbert Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
6th Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between De Witt, IA and Iowa City, IA.
1
Start on 8th Street
217 ft
·
13 sec
·
8th Street
2
Turn left onto 6th Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
6th Avenue
3
Take the ramp right
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
4
Merge slight left
1.8 mi
·
2 min
5
Merge slight left
14 mi
·
16 min
6
Take the exit slight right
49 mi
·
53 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward IA 1: Mount Vernon
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
IA 1: Mount Vernon
8
Turn left onto North Dodge Street
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
North Dodge Street
9
Turn right onto Church Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Church Street
10
Turn left onto North Gilbert Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Gilbert Street
11
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding when you hit the road. You can easily complete the entire 69.1-mile distance in one go, as there are no mandatory stops required to reach your destination. Before you head out, double-check your route navigation for the transition between IA 1 and North Dodge Street, as the turn-heavy nature of the drive makes following your GPS essential. Keep your $10 fuel budget in mind, but otherwise, you are free to pack light and hit the road whenever it suits your schedule. Because the drive is short, use the time to plan your arrival in Iowa City rather than worrying about mid-trip rest breaks.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 34.6 miles from De Witt, IA, or about 34m into the drive.
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 69.1 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.6 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Iowa City, 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 69.1 miles and 1h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from De Witt, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.6 mi from De Witt, IA · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 69.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.6 miles from De Witt, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Iowa City, IA
The final approach into Iowa City, 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 Iowa City, 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
$10.50 one way
$20.99 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $11.57 | $23.14 |
| premium | $4.80 | $13.04 | $26.09 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.35 | $30.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.26 | $3.32 |
| Efficient EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.05 | $2.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.6 | 0 | $9.67 | $4.42 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Iowa City, IA
Afternoon in Iowa City on Sunday
Local time
4:02 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
5 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
1h 9m 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 Iowa City, IA covers 69.1 miles and takes about 1h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 6th Avenue, IA 1, North Dodge Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.6 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 $10.50 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from De Witt, IA to Iowa City, IA is easy. At 1h 9m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from De Witt, IA to Iowa City, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from De Witt, IA to Iowa City, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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