Drive Time
3h 2m
Distance
149.2 mi
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
The drive from Indiana, IA to Springville, IA covers 149.2 miles and takes about 3h 2m 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 $22.15 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
74.6 miles from Indiana, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .
Expect a 3h 2m drive with frequent turns across 149.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| County Highway G76 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Lincoln Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 14 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Monroe Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 380 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Avenue of the Saints | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 30 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 151 north | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Indiana, IA and Springville, IA.
Start on County Highway G76
Continue on County Highway G76
Turn sharp left
Take the ramp left
Take the exit slight right
Turn right onto South Lincoln Street
Continue on State Highway 14
Continue on South Monroe Street
Continue on State Highway 14
Take the ramp right
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward I 380, US 218, IA 27
Keep slight left to continue on I 380, US 218 North, IA 27 North: Cedar Rapids, Waterloo
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
Take the exit slight right toward US 30 East, US 151 North: Mount Vernon
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward US 151 north, IA 13 north: Marion
Turn right onto Marion Airport Road
Turn left onto Springville Road
Continue on 6th Street
Turn right onto 1st Avenue
Turn left onto Broadway Street
Turn right onto John Street
Turn right onto Water Street
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 80 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.6 miles or 1h 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springville, IA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Indiana, IA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 149.2 miles and 3h 2m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.6 mi from Indiana, IA · 1h 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 74.6 miles from Indiana, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Springville, 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 Springville, IA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$22.15 one way
$44.30 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $24.98 | $49.96 |
| premium | $4.65 | $27.34 | $54.68 |
| diesel | $5.30 | $31.16 | $62.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.2 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.8 | 0 | $15.67 | $7.16 |
| Efficient EV | 37.3 | 0 | $13.05 | $5.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.7 | 0 | $20.89 | $9.55 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Indiana on Saturday
Local time
6:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Springville on Saturday
Local time
6:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
43°F
Cedar Rapids, IA
75 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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