Origin
Indiana, IA
Afternoon in Indiana on Wednesday
Local time
2:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Indiana, IA to Osceola, IA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
47.9 mi
77 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
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6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Indiana, IA
Kelly
Osceola, IA
Quang Nguyen Vinh
Trip Overview
This straightforward 47.9-mile drive from Indiana, IA to Osceola, IA is a quick trip, taking about 1 hour and 13 minutes. It's an ideal day trip, easily completed in a single day with no need for an overnight stay. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with 81% of it being on main roads like US 34 and State Highway 14. Expect a modest fuel cost of around $7 for this journey. Given both the origin and destination are within the Midwest region, you'll experience consistent regional scenery throughout.
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
24 miles from Indiana, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This drive is characterized by its highway-focused nature, with a substantial 81% of the journey utilizing main roads. You'll encounter stretches of efficient travel, including a significant 23.2-mile segment on US 34. While primarily on well-maintained highways, the route also incorporates State Highway 14 and County Highway G76, offering a slight variation in road type. The overall feel is one of steady progress rather than winding, scenic byways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 34 is the longest continuous segment at about 23.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 34 and State Highway 14. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 6 miles in near IA 14 / State Highway 14.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Indiana, IA to Osceola, IA is easy. At 1h 13m with 81% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6 miles (IA 14 / State Highway 14): Navigation decision point; at 23 miles (US 34 Business / Court Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 24.5 miles (US 34): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
6 mi into trip
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~10m in
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IA 14 / State Highway 14
Turn left onto IA 14 / State Highway 14
Navigation decision point
4
23 mi into trip
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~35m in
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US 34 Business / Court Avenue
Turn right onto US 34 Business / Court Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
24.5 mi into trip
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~38m in
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US 34
Turn right onto US 34
Navigation decision point
3
47.7 mi into trip
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~1h 13m in
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US 69 / South Main Street
Turn right onto US 69 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 34 | 23.2 mi | 34m |
| State Highway 14 | 15.7 mi | 23m |
| County Highway G76 | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| Court Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North 7th Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Highway G76 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 34
— 23.2 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indiana, IA and Osceola, IA.
1
Start on CR G76
4.9 mi
·
8 min
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County Highway G76
2
Continue on CR G76
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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Highway G76
3
Turn left onto IA 14
16 mi
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23 min
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State Highway 14
4
Continue on IA 14
1.3 mi
·
1 min
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North 7th Street
5
Turn right onto US 34 Business
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Court Avenue
6
Continue on US 34 Business
316 ft
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6 sec
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Court Avenue
7
Turn right onto US 34
23 mi
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34 min
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US 34
8
Turn right onto US 69
0.2 mi
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22 sec
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South Main Street
9
Arrive at destination
US 69
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just over an hour, this route offers considerable flexibility for departure times. You can easily leave in the morning and be at your destination with plenty of time for activities, or head out in the afternoon for a shorter excursion. Since there are no specific stops indicated, plan for one fuel stop before you leave Indiana, IA to cover the 47.9 miles, keeping the estimated $7 fuel cost in mind. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 23.2 miles on US 34, so be prepared for a solid block of highway driving.
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 24 miles from Indiana, IA, or about 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.2 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 47.9 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24 miles or 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Osceola, 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 47.9 miles and 1h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Indiana, 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.
The longest stretch is on US 34 for about 23.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24 mi from Indiana, IA · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 47.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24 miles from Indiana, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Osceola, IA
The final approach into Osceola, 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 Osceola, 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
$7.49 one way
$14.98 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.22 | $16.44 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.22 | $18.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.58 | $21.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.03 | $2.30 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.71 | $3.07 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Osceola, IA
Afternoon in Osceola on Wednesday
Local time
2:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°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
2 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
1h 13m 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 Indiana, IA to Osceola, IA covers 47.9 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 34, State Highway 14, County Highway G76. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24 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 $7.49 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 Indiana, IA to Osceola, IA is easy. At 1h 13m with 81% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 6 miles (IA 14 / State Highway 14): Navigation decision point; at 23 miles (US 34 Business / Court Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 24.5 miles (US 34): Navigation decision point.
The route from Indiana, IA to Osceola, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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