Origin
Fayette, IA
Afternoon in Fayette on Thursday
Local time
2:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fayette, IA to Indiana, IA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 14m
Distance
177.5 mi
286 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 1m
★
6 AM
4h 15m
8 AM
4h 41m
10 AM
4h 24m
12 PM
4h 21m
3 PM
4h 25m
5 PM
4h 40m
8 PM
4h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fayette, IA
XT7 Core
Indiana, IA
Kelly
Trip Overview
This 177.5-mile journey from Fayette, IA to Indiana, IA is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 4 hours and 14 minutes. You'll primarily navigate State Highway 14 and J Avenue, with a portion on I-80, making for a diverse driving experience. With a projected fuel cost of around $28, this route offers an economical option for exploring the Midwest. The drive is characterized by frequent turns, suggesting a more local feel rather than a straightforward interstate cruise. Given the duration and distance, it's well-suited for a single day of travel, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
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
88.8 miles from Fayette, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 7m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 14m. Total distance: 177.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (28%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for much of this 177.5-mile route. While 28% of your journey will be on the interstate (I-80), the majority will be on State Highway 14 and J Avenue, which means you'll encounter more varied road conditions and frequent directional changes. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 23.5 miles on State Highway 14, giving you a solid period of consistent driving before the turns pick up again. This profile suggests a route that keeps you engaged, offering glimpses of local scenery rather than long, monotonous highway stretches.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 46 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 14 is the longest continuous segment at about 23.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near East 7th Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 14m drive. You will face about 24 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (East 7th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (IA 150 / K Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 24 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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East 7th Street
Turn left onto East 7th Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Washington Street
Turn right onto Washington Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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IA 150 / K Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto IA 150 / K Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
140.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 18m 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
5
175.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 10m in
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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 Fayette, IA to Indiana, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Monroe along the way.
Monroe
140.4 mi in
|
~3h 18m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 14 | 23.5 mi | 34m |
| J Avenue | 18 mi | 26m |
| I 80 | 17.7 mi | 18m |
| 230th Street | 13.1 mi | 17m |
| 100th Street | 11.2 mi | 16m |
| Sergeant Road | 9.4 mi | 14m |
| 60th Street | 9 mi | 12m |
| Logan Avenue | 8.7 mi | 11m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 14
— 23.5 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fayette, IA and Indiana, IA.
1
Start on South Main Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Turn left onto East 7th Street
317 ft
·
8 sec
·
East 7th Street
3
Turn right onto Washington Street
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Washington Street
4
Continue on Klock Road
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Klock Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto IA 150
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
K Avenue
6
Turn right onto IA 150
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
100th Street
7
Continue on IA 150
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street East
8
Turn left onto IA 150
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
P Avenue
9
Continue on IA 150
9.0 mi
·
12 min
·
60th Street
10
Continue on IA 3
13 mi
·
17 min
·
230th Street
11
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
1 min
12
Merge onto US 63
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Larrabee Avenue
13
Continue on US 63
8.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Logan Avenue
14
Continue on US 63
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
East Mullan Avenue
15
Turn straight onto US 63
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
US 63
16
Turn left onto US 63
9.4 mi
·
14 min
·
Sergeant Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on US 63
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
South Hudson Road
18
Continue on US 63
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Q Avenue
19
Continue on US 63
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
County Road D65
20
Continue on US 63
7.6 mi
·
11 min
·
North Main Street
21
Turn left onto US 63
12 mi
·
17 min
·
J Avenue
22
Continue on US 63
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
North County Road
23
Continue on US 63
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Harding Street
24
Turn left onto US 63
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
West 13th Street
25
Turn right onto US 63
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
State Street
26
Continue on US 63
6.3 mi
·
9 min
·
J Avenue
27
Continue on US 63
8.0 mi
·
12 min
·
100th Street
28
Turn right onto US 6
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
380th Avenue
29
Continue on US 6
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
6th Avenue
30
Turn left onto Penrose Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Penrose Street
31
Turn right onto 4th Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
4th Avenue
32
Turn left onto IA 146
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
West Street
33
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
34
Merge onto I 80
18 mi
·
18 min
·
I 80
35
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward US 6, IA 14: Newton, Monroe
36
Turn left onto State Highway 14
11 mi
·
16 min
·
State Highway 14
37
Continue on IA 14
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Monroe Street
38
Continue on IA 14
13 mi
·
18 min
·
State Highway 14
39
Continue on IA 14
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
North Lincoln Street
40
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
41
Merge onto IA 5; IA 92
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
IA 5; IA 92
42
Take the exit onto IA 5
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
IA 5
43
Turn right onto IA 5
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
IA 5
44
Turn sharp right onto CR G76
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
County Highway G76
45
Continue on CR G76
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
County Highway G76
46
Arrive at destination
CR G76
Trip Plan
Given this route's 4-hour, 14-minute duration, starting your drive in the morning will allow you ample time to reach your destination without feeling rushed. The drive involves a significant amount of local roads, so be prepared for more frequent adjustments and watch for changes in speed limits. With only one major highway segment on I-80, planning your fuel stops might be more critical, so consider filling up before you leave Fayette or when you see a good opportunity. The longest stretch without significant turns is 23.5 miles on State Highway 14; use this part of the drive to relax and enjoy the scenery before the road becomes more winding again.
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 88.8 miles from Fayette, IA, or about 2h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.5 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 39 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88.8 miles or 2h 7m 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 26m
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 Fayette, 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 Fayette, IA
This is one driving day of about 177.5 miles and 4h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Fayette, 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 State Highway 14 for about 23.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 88.8 mi from Fayette, IA · 2h 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
89 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 88.8 miles from Fayette, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$27.75 one way
$55.50 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
62 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $30.47 | $60.94 |
| premium | $4.89 | $34.16 | $68.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.19 | $78.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.1 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 | 53.3 | 0 | $18.64 | $8.52 |
| Efficient EV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.53 | $7.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 71 | 0 | $24.85 | $11.36 |
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Afternoon in Indiana on Thursday
Local time
2:03 PM
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
24 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
4h 14m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Fayette, IA to Indiana, IA covers 177.5 miles and takes about 4h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 14, J Avenue, I 80. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 88.8 miles from Fayette, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.75 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 14m drive. You will face about 24 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (East 7th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (IA 150 / K Avenue): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Fayette, IA to Indiana, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Monroe along the way.
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