Indiana, IA to Riverside, IA is 90.8 miles and takes about 2h 11m via IA 92, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays entirely within the Midwest, connecting two points within Iowa. Given its short duration and straightforward path, it's a convenient option for a single-day trip. You'll primarily be on state highways, making for a less intense driving experience than a full interstate journey. Plan for a relatively quick transit between these two Iowa communities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.4 miles from Indiana, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 5m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 11m. Total distance: 90.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a highway-focused drive, with 87% of the journey utilizing main roads like IA 92, State Highway 22, and State Highway 149. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 41 miles on IA 92, offering a solid period of consistent travel. Expect a driving experience that leans towards the efficiency of well-maintained state highways rather than the rapid pace of interstates. The route offers a steady progression through the Iowa landscape without significant changes in road type.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
IA 92 is the longest continuous segment at about 41 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on IA 92 and State Highway 22. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near IA 5.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Indiana, IA to Riverside, IA is easy. At 2h 11m with 87% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles (IA 5): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles (CR T17 / County Highway T17): Navigation decision point; at 10.8 miles (IA 92): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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2 mi into trip|~3m in|IA 5
Turn right onto IA 5
Navigation decision point
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4.3 mi into trip|~7m in|CR T17 / County Highway T17
Turn left onto CR T17 / County Highway T17
Navigation decision point
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10.8 mi into trip|~18m in|IA 92
Turn right onto IA 92
Navigation decision point
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51.8 mi into trip|~1h 14m in|IA 149 / State Highway 149
Turn left onto IA 149 / State Highway 149
Navigation decision point
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90.7 mi into trip|~2h 11m in|North Washburn Street
Turn left onto North Washburn Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
IA 92
41 mi
55m
State Highway 22
24.2 mi
35m
State Highway 149
11.1 mi
15m
County Highway T17
6.5 mi
11m
IA 5
2.3 mi
3m
County Highway G76
2 mi
3m
East Avenue
1.6 mi
2m
Main Street
0.9 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
IA 92
— 41 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indiana, IA and Riverside, IA.
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Start on CR G76
1.9 mi·3 min·County Highway G76
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Continue on CR G76
0.2 mi·19 sec·County Highway G76
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Turn right onto IA 5
2.3 mi·3 min·IA 5
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Turn left onto CR T17
6.5 mi·11 min·County Highway T17
5
Turn right onto IA 92
41 mi·55 min·IA 92
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Turn left onto IA 149
11 mi·15 min·State Highway 149
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Continue on IA 22; IA 149
0.9 mi·1 min·Main Street
8
Continue on IA 22
13 mi·18 min·State Highway 22
9
Continue on IA 22
0.8 mi·1 min·6th Street
10
Continue on IA 22
6.2 mi·9 min·State Highway 22
11
Continue on IA 22
1.6 mi·2 min·East Avenue
12
Continue on IA 22
5.2 mi·7 min·State Highway 22
13
Continue on IA 22
0.5 mi·46 sec·West 1st Street
14
Turn left onto North Washburn Street
107 ft·4 sec·North Washburn Street
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Arrive at destination
North Washburn Street
Trip Plan
With a duration of just over two hours, this is a flexible, same-day trip, so you can depart at your convenience. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid rush hour and enjoy a leisurely pace. The $14 fuel budget is quite manageable, but it's always wise to top off your tank before departing Indiana, IA, especially since the longest stretch without a significant town break is 41 miles. While there are no designated stops mentioned, keep an eye out for small towns along IA 92 or State Highway 22 if you need a quick break or a coffee refill.
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 45.4 miles from Indiana, IA, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41 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 20 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.4 miles or 1h 5m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Riverside, 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 90.8 miles and 2h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Indiana, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on IA 92 for about 41 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.4 mi from Indiana, IA
· 1h 5m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.20 one way
$28.39 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$15.59
$31.17
premium
$4.89
$17.47
$34.95
diesel
$5.61
$20.05
$40.09
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
1 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: fair
110 S D Street
Oskaloosa, IA
CHARGELAB
4 DCFC
CHARGELAB: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.2
0
$9.53
$4.36
Efficient EV
22.7
0
$7.94
$3.63
EV Truck/SUV
36.3
0
$12.71
$5.81
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Indiana, IA
Morning
in Indiana on Saturday
Local time
6:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Riverside, IA
Morning
in Riverside on Saturday
Local time
6:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°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
1 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
2h 11m 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 Riverside, IA covers 90.8 miles and takes about 2h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are IA 92, State Highway 22, State Highway 149. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.4 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 $14.20 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 Riverside, IA is easy. At 2h 11m with 87% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles (IA 5): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles (CR T17 / County Highway T17): Navigation decision point; at 10.8 miles (IA 92): Navigation decision point.
The route from Indiana, IA to Riverside, 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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
