Origin
Indiana, IA
Late night in Indiana on Saturday
Local time
12:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Indiana, IA to Epworth, IA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 5m
Distance
191.4 mi
308 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 52m
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6 AM
4h 6m
8 AM
4h 32m
10 AM
4h 15m
12 PM
4h 12m
3 PM
4h 16m
5 PM
4h 30m
8 PM
3h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Indiana, IA
Kelly
Epworth, IA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Indiana, IA to Epworth, IA covers 191.4 miles and takes about 4h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on County Highway G76, South Lincoln Street, Highway 14 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $29.92 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
95.7 miles from Indiana, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 2m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 5m. Total distance: 191.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 5m drive with frequent turns across 191.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
County Highway G76 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
Navigation is easy, but the length (4h 5m) means fatigue is the real challenge. The route is 0% highway with very few tricky spots, so this is more about pacing than navigation skill.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Indiana, IA to Epworth, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| County Highway G76 | — | — |
| South Lincoln Street | — | — |
| Highway 14 | — | — |
| South Monroe Street | — | — |
| IA 1 | — | — |
| North Dodge Street | — | — |
| Highway 1 | — | — |
| South Market Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
County Highway G76
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indiana, IA and Epworth, IA.
1
Start on County Highway G76
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
County Highway G76
2
Continue on County Highway G76
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
County Highway G76
3
Turn sharp left
6.1 mi
·
9 min
4
Take the ramp left
1.5 mi
·
1 min
5
Take the exit slight right
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
6
Turn right onto South Lincoln Street
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Lincoln Street
7
Continue on State Highway 14
13 mi
·
18 min
·
State Highway 14
8
Continue on South Monroe Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Monroe Street
9
Continue on State Highway 14
11 mi
·
16 min
·
State Highway 14
10
Take the ramp right
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
11
Merge slight left
81 mi
·
1 hr 27 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward IA 1: Mount Vernon
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
IA 1: Mount Vernon
13
Turn left onto North Dodge Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Dodge Street
14
Continue on Highway 1 Northeast
7.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Highway 1 Northeast
15
Continue on South Market Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Market Street
16
Continue on Highway 1 Northeast
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Highway 1 Northeast
17
Continue on State Highway 1
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 1
18
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 1
131 ft
·
6 sec
·
State Highway 1
19
Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 1
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
State Highway 1
20
Continue on 1st Avenue South
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
1st Avenue South
21
Continue on State Highway 1
10 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 1
22
Take the ramp right
0.5 mi
·
1 min
23
Merge slight left
27 mi
·
30 min
24
Take the exit slight right
0.5 mi
·
1 min
25
Turn left onto Farley Road
11 mi
·
18 min
·
Farley Road
26
Turn right onto Olde Farley Road
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Olde Farley Road
27
Turn left onto 1st Street Southwest
299 ft
·
8 sec
·
1st Street Southwest
28
Take the ramp right toward US 20 East, US 52 South: Dubuque
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
US 20 East, US 52 South: Dubuque
29
Merge slight left onto Olde Hawkeye Road
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Olde Hawkeye Road
30
Take the exit slight right toward Epworth
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Epworth
31
Turn left onto Placid Road
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Placid Road
32
Continue on Center Avenue South
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Center Avenue South
33
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 95.7 miles from Indiana, IA, or about 2h 2m 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 42 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95.7 miles or 2h 2m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Epworth, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Indiana, 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 Indiana, IA
This is one driving day of about 191.4 miles and 4h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Indiana, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 95.7 mi from Indiana, IA · 2h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
96 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 95.7 miles from Indiana, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Epworth, IA
The final approach into Epworth, 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 Epworth, 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
$29.92 one way
$59.85 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
67 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $32.85 | $65.71 |
| premium | $4.89 | $36.83 | $73.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $42.26 | $84.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 67 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 57.4 | 0 | $20.10 | $9.19 |
| Efficient EV | 47.9 | 0 | $16.75 | $7.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 76.6 | 0 | $26.80 | $12.25 |
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 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
Epworth, IA
Late night in Epworth on Saturday
Local time
12:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°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
22 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
4h 5m 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 Indiana, IA to Epworth, IA covers 191.4 miles and takes about 4h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are County Highway G76, South Lincoln Street, Highway 14. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 95.7 miles from Indiana, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.92 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.
Navigation is easy, but the length (4h 5m) means fatigue is the real challenge. The route is 0% highway with very few tricky spots, so this is more about pacing than navigation skill.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Indiana, IA to Epworth, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Indiana, IA to Epworth, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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