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Trip from Monona, IA to Indiana, IA

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 48m

Distance

224.5 mi

361 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$35

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 35m ★
6 AM
4h 49m
8 AM
5h 16m
10 AM
4h 58m
12 PM
4h 55m
3 PM
5h 0m
5 PM
5h 14m
8 PM
4h 41m

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

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human settlement in Clayton County, Iowa, United States of America

Monona, IA

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Downtown Indiana, IA, IA

Indiana, IA

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Trip Overview

Monona, IA to Indiana, IA is 224.5 miles and takes about 4h 48m via I 80 and State Highway 13, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, traversing the state of Iowa for its entirety. It's primarily a highway-focused drive, making it a straightforward, no-fuss journey. Given its manageable distance and duration, this route is well-suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop.

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

112.3 miles from Monona, IA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 30m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 80 73.8 mi 1h 19m
State Highway 13 45.6 mi 1h 2m
Marion Road 25.8 mi 32m
State Highway 14 23.5 mi 34m
Avenue of the Saints 15.8 mi 17m
Crystal Road 8.3 mi 13m
IA 5 7.5 mi 11m
Lincoln Freeway 6.4 mi 7m
Longest stretch: I 80 — 73.8 mi, about 1h 19m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Monona, IA and Indiana, IA.

1

Start on CR B45

160 ft · 8 sec · East Iowa Street
2

Turn left onto CR X26

0.8 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
3

Turn left onto US 18; US 52

5.0 mi · 6 min · US 18; US 52
4

Turn right onto US 52

1.0 mi · 1 min · US 52
5

Turn right onto IA 13

21 mi · 28 min · State Highway 13
6

Turn left onto Crystal Road

8.3 mi · 13 min · Crystal Road
7

Turn left onto 398th Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · 398th Street
8

Turn sharp right onto IA 3

0.6 mi · 51 sec · State Highway 3
9

Turn left onto IA 13

9.8 mi · 13 min · State Highway 13
10

Continue on IA 13

1.4 mi · 3 min · North Franklin Street
11

Turn right onto IA 13; CR D22

1.1 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
12

Turn left onto IA 13

15 mi · 20 min · State Highway 13
13

Continue on IA 13

26 mi · 32 min · Marion Road
14

Keep slight right at fork onto US 151

0.4 mi · 38 sec · US 151
Toward US 30 West, US 151 South: Cedar Rapids
15

Merge onto US 30; US 151

6.4 mi · 7 min · Lincoln Freeway
16

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 50 sec
Toward I 380 South, US 218 South, IA 27 South: Iowa City, Airport
17

Merge onto I 380; IA 27

16 mi · 17 min · Avenue of the Saints
18

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Toward I 80
19

Keep slight right at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward I 80 West: Des Moines
20

Merge onto I 80

74 mi · 1 hr 19 min · I 80
21

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Toward US 6, IA 14: Newton, Monroe
22

Turn left onto State Highway 14

11 mi · 16 min · State Highway 14
23

Continue on IA 14

1.0 mi · 1 min · Monroe Street
24

Continue on IA 14

13 mi · 18 min · State Highway 14
25

Continue on IA 14

2.3 mi · 3 min · North Lincoln Street
26

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 44 sec
27

Merge onto IA 5; IA 92

1.2 mi · 1 min · IA 5; IA 92
28

Take the exit onto IA 5

0.5 mi · 1 min · IA 5
29

Turn right onto IA 5

5.8 mi · 8 min · IA 5
30

Turn sharp right onto CR G76

0.2 mi · 24 sec · County Highway G76
31

Continue on CR G76

1.9 mi · 3 min · County Highway G76
32

Arrive at destination

CR G76

Trip Plan

For this single-day drive of 224.5 miles, departing in the morning is advisable to ensure you have ample daylight. The total estimated drive time is under 5 hours, so you won't need to split it, but planning one fuel and rest stop around the halfway point is a good idea. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before you get onto the longer stretches of I 80, as services can sometimes be spread out. The $35 fuel cost estimate should help you budget for this leg of your journey.

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 112.3 miles from Monona, IA, or about 2h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.8 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 49 miles or 1h 12m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 112.3 miles or 2h 30m 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 48m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Monona, 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 Monona, IA

This is one driving day of about 224.5 miles and 4h 48m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Monona, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 80 for about 73.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown North Liberty, IA, IA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

North Liberty, IA

112 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

Marion, IA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

North Liberty, IA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 112.3 miles from Monona, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 80 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.8 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Coralville, Iowa

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 112.3

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13195453131

Visit website

Steak 'n Shake

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Coralville, Iowa

1.9 mi

Culver’s

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Coralville, Iowa

1.9 mi

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 112.3

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13195453131

Visit website

Steak 'n Shake

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 112.3

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 10 am–12 pm

+13198006117

Visit website

Culver’s

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 112.3

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+13195458255

Visit website

Red Lobster

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately mile 112.3

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13193386400

Visit website

Taco Bell

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 112.3

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+13195452455

Visit website

Mikhael's

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 96.2

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+13193663644

Visit website

Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately mile 112.3

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13193399100

Visit website

HuHot Mongolian Grill

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 112.3

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13193589100

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 96.2

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 112.3

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 128.3

Williamsburg, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

2.4 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 112.3

North Liberty, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 112.3

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+31880109500

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.1 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 112.3

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

1.1 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 96.2

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 96.2

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

+18006360986

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 24

5 decision points cluster between mile 36.3 and 187.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
36.3 mi into trip | ~53m in | IA 3 / State Highway 3

Turn sharp right onto IA 3 / State Highway 3

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

6
89.9 mi into trip | ~2h 5m in | US 151

Keep slight right at fork onto US 151 toward US 30 West, US 151 South: Cedar Rapids

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 30 West, US 151 South: Cedar Rapids
5
96.7 mi into trip | ~2h 13m in

Take the exit toward I 380 South, US 218 South, IA 27 South: Iowa City, Airport

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 380 South, US 218 South, IA 27 South:...
5
113 mi into trip | ~2h 31m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 80 West: Des Moines

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 80 West: Des Moines
5
187.5 mi into trip | ~3h 52m in

Take the exit toward US 6, IA 14: Newton, Monroe

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 6, IA 14: Newton, Monroe

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$35.10 one way

$70.20 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 79 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $38.54 $77.07
premium $4.89 $43.20 $86.41
diesel $5.61 $49.57 $99.13

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$35

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$60–$85

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 78.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 67.4 0 $23.57 $10.78
Efficient EV 56.1 0 $19.64 $8.98
EV Truck/SUV 89.8 1 $31.43 $14.37

Gas CO2

79 kg

EV CO2

26 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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

Monona, IA

Afternoon in Monona on Saturday

Local time

12:47 PM

CDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Indiana, IA

Afternoon in Indiana on Saturday

Local time

12:47 PM

CDT

Current temp

71°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

26 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

4h 48m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 73% of your journey taking place on major highways like I 80. You'll experience stretches of consistent speed, including a notable segment of 73.8 miles on I 80 where you can settle into a rhythm. While I 80 provides the backbone for much of the trip, expect to transition onto State Highway 13 and Marion Road, which may offer a slightly different driving experience as you get closer to Indiana, IA. The overall feel is one of efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.

73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 73.8 mi on I 80.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and State Highway 13. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 36.3 miles in near IA 3 / State Highway 3.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 224.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 36.3 miles (IA 3 / State Highway 3): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 89.9 miles (US 151): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 96.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Monona, IA and Indiana, IA, road signs point toward Airport and Monroe.

Airport

96.7 mi in | ~2h 13m

Monroe

187.5 mi in | ~3h 52m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 48m. Total distance: 224.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 73.8 miles on I 80. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Indiana, IA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 36.3 miles (IA 3 / State Highway 3): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 89.9 miles (US 151): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 96.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Indiana, IA, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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