Trip from Iowa City, IA to Asbury, IA

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Drive Time

1h 57m

Distance

84.8 mi

136 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min

4 AM

1h 49m ★

6 AM

1h 57m

8 AM

2h 14m

10 AM

2h 3m

12 PM

2h 2m

3 PM

2h 4m

5 PM

2h 13m

8 PM

1h 52m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This 84.8-mile drive from Iowa City, IA to Asbury, IA is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in under two hours. Given its short duration and the fact that you'll spend about 79% of your time on highways, it's an ideal day trip. The estimated fuel cost is around $13, making it an economical option for a quick getaway. You'll be traveling entirely within the Midwest region, staying within Iowa for the entirety of the trip. This route is perfect for those looking for a simple, efficient drive without the need for an overnight stay.

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

42.4 miles from Iowa City, IA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a predominantly highway experience on this route, with 79% of the drive utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 33.8 miles on US 151, offering a consistent pace. This highway-focused profile suggests a generally smooth and efficient drive, likely with minimal delays. While not characterized by winding backroads, the journey offers a direct and predictable path, allowing you to cover ground quickly. The character of the drive remains largely consistent, prioritizing speed and directness.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

US 151 is the longest continuous segment at about 33.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 151 and State Highway 1. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Church Street.

Route Complexity 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 1h 57m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (IA 1 / North Governor Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.7 miles (IA 1 / State Highway 1): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in | Church Street

Turn right onto Church Street

Navigation decision point

0.9 mi into trip | ~2m in | IA 1 / North Governor Street

Turn left onto IA 1 / North Governor Street

Navigation decision point

20.7 mi into trip | ~32m in | IA 1 / State Highway 1

Enter roundabout onto IA 1 / State Highway 1

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

32.4 mi into trip | ~48m in

Take the ramp

Navigation decision point

74.8 mi into trip | ~1h 43m in

Take the ramp toward US 20 East, US 52 South

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 20 East, US 52 South

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 151	33.8 mi	39m
State Highway 1	15.5 mi	21m
Highway 1 Northeast	10.7 mi	14m
Sundown Road	8.1 mi	14m
US 20	7.3 mi	9m
North Dodge Street	2.1 mi	4m
Northwest Arterial	1.9 mi	3m
1st Avenue South	1.5 mi	2m

Longest stretch: US 151 — 33.8 mi, about 39m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Iowa City, IA and Asbury, IA.

Start on South Gilbert Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Gilbert Street

Turn right onto Church Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Church Street

Turn left onto IA 1

0.4 mi · 1 min · North Governor Street

Turn right onto IA 1

2.1 mi · 4 min · North Dodge Street

Continue on IA 1

7.5 mi · 10 min · Highway 1 Northeast

Continue on IA 1

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Market Street

Continue on IA 1

3.2 mi · 4 min · Highway 1 Northeast

Continue on IA 1

5.3 mi · 7 min · State Highway 1

Enter roundabout onto IA 1

132 ft · 5 sec · State Highway 1

Continue on IA 1

0.1 mi · 18 sec · State Highway 1

Continue on IA 1

1.5 mi · 2 min · 1st Avenue South

Continue on IA 1

10 mi · 13 min · State Highway 1

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min

Merge onto US 151

34 mi · 39 min · US 151

Turn left onto CR Y21

8.1 mi · 14 min · Sundown Road

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 45 sec

Toward US 20 East, US 52 South

Merge onto US 20; US 52

7.3 mi · 9 min · US 20; US 52

Turn left onto Northwest Arterial

1.9 mi · 3 min · Northwest Arterial

Turn left onto Asbury Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Asbury Road

Arrive at destination

Asbury Road

Trip Plan

This is a manageable 1-day trip at just 1 hour and 57 minutes, so you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning will allow you to maximize your time at your destination without feeling rushed. With no designated stops in the data, plan for a brief fuel or rest break if needed, perhaps midway through the longest stretch on US 151. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the 33.8-mile segment, to ensure a smooth journey to Asbury.

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 42.4 miles from Iowa City, IA, or about 1h into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.8 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 80 miles or 1h 50m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 42.4 miles or 1h 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 38m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Asbury, IA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Iowa City, 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 Iowa City, IA

This is one driving day of about 84.8 miles and 1h 57m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Iowa City, 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 151 for about 33.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 42.4 mi from Iowa City, IA · 1h into the drive

city in Linn County, Iowa, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Marion, IA

42 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

Rock Island, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Rock Island, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 42.4 miles from Iowa City, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Asbury, IA

The final approach into Asbury, 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 Asbury, 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

$13.26 one way

$26.52 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 30 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$14.56	$29.11
premium	$4.89	$16.32	$32.64
diesel	$5.61	$18.72	$37.45

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 29.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	25.4	$8.90	$4.07
Efficient EV	21.2	$7.42	$3.39
EV Truck/SUV	33.9	$11.87	$5.43

Gas CO2

30 kg

EV CO2

10 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.

Forecast data refreshed 16 hours ago

Origin

Iowa City, IA

Morning in Iowa City on Wednesday

Local time

7:19 AM

CDT

Current temp

82°F

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

SW 15 mph 40% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 14 at 11:55AM CDT until April 20 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 14 at 11:55AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Destination

Asbury, IA

Morning in Asbury on Wednesday

Local time

7:19 AM

CDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

43°F

Marion, IA

42 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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

13 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

1h 57m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Iowa City, IA to Asbury, IA covers 84.8 miles and takes about 1h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 151, State Highway 1, Highway 1 Northeast. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 42.4 miles from Iowa City, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.26 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.

This is a straightforward 1h 57m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The route from Iowa City, IA to Asbury, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.