Origin
Garnavillo, IA
Afternoon in Garnavillo on Saturday
Local time
1:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Garnavillo, IA to Ridley, IA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
30m
Distance
21.8 mi
35 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 28m
★
6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 35m
8 PM
0h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Garnavillo, IA
Magali Guimarães
Ridley, IA
Quang Nguyen Vinh
Trip Overview
Garnavillo to Ridley is 21.8 miles and takes about 30 minutes via US 18, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within the Midwest region, specifically Iowa, offering a straightforward journey. It's a quick trip perfect for those looking to connect two points without a significant time commitment. You'll primarily be on main roads, making it an easy decision if you're looking for a simple, uncomplicated drive.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 18 | 11.5 mi | 15m |
| North Main Street | 10.2 mi | 14m |
| Cedar Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 18
— 11.5 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garnavillo, IA and Ridley, IA.
1
Start on US 52
10 mi
·
14 min
·
North Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 18; US 52
11 mi
·
15 min
·
US 18; US 52
3
Turn right onto Cedar Avenue
498 ft
·
21 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
4
Arrive at destination
Cedar Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 10.2 and 21.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
10.2 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
US 18; US 52
Turn left onto US 18; US 52
Navigation decision point
3
21.7 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
Cedar Avenue
Turn right onto Cedar Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.41 one way
$6.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.74 | $7.48 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.20 | $8.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.81 | $9.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.29 | $1.05 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.91 | $0.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.05 | $1.40 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Ridley, IA
Afternoon in Ridley on Saturday
Local time
1:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
20 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
30m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a mixed drive, with 53% of the route on highways. You'll experience stretches on US 18, North Main Street, and Cedar Avenue. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 11.5 miles on US 18, providing a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm. The road's character shifts between more open highway driving and potentially more localized roads as you approach your destination.
53% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
4 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.5 mi on US 18.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 10.2 miles in near US 18; US 52.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Garnavillo, IA to Ridley, IA is easy. At 30m with 53% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.2 miles (US 18; US 52): Navigation decision point; at 21.7 miles (Cedar Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 30m. Total distance: 21.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (53%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.5 miles on US 18. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.2 miles (US 18; US 52): Navigation decision point; at 21.7 miles (Cedar Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Effigy Mounds National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ridley, IA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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