Origin
Riverton, IA
Night in Riverton on Wednesday
Local time
10:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Riverton, IA to Thurman, IA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
35m
Distance
17.8 mi
29 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Riverton, IA
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Riverton, IA to Thurman, IA covers 17.8 miles and takes about 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 275, State Highway 145, County Road J46 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 7.4 miles on US 275. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.78 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
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
8.9 miles from Riverton, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 35m highway drive covering 17.8 miles, with most of the trip on US 275 and State Highway 145. The longest continuous stretch is about 7.4 miles on US 275.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 275 is the longest continuous segment at about 7.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 275 and State Highway 145. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 7 miles in near South Main Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 35m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7 miles (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.4 miles (Filmore Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.5 miles (Illinois Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
7 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
South Main Street
Turn left onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
8.4 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
Filmore Street
Turn left onto Filmore Street
Navigation decision point
3
8.5 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
Illinois Street
Turn right onto Illinois Street
Navigation decision point
4
13.6 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
State Highway 145
Turn left onto State Highway 145
Navigation decision point
4
17.8 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
Washington Street
Turn right onto Washington Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 275 | 7.4 mi | 11m |
| State Highway 145 | 3.9 mi | 9m |
| County Road J46 | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| 250 Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| South Main Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Illinois Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Filmore Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| K Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 275
— 7.4 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverton, IA and Thurman, IA.
1
Start on CR J46
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
K Street
2
Continue on CR J46
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
County Road J46
3
Continue on CR J46
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
250 Street
4
Turn right onto US 275; IA 2
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
US 275; IA 2
5
Turn left onto South Main Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
6
Continue on Indiana Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Indiana Street
7
Turn left onto Filmore Street
217 ft
·
6 sec
·
Filmore Street
8
Turn right onto Illinois Street
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Illinois Street
9
Continue on Old Highway 275
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Old Highway 275
10
Continue on US 275
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
US 275
11
Turn left onto State Highway 145
3.9 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 145
12
Continue on CR J24
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Filmore Street
13
Turn right onto Washington Street
73 ft
·
3 sec
·
Washington Street
14
Arrive at destination
Washington Street
Trip Plan
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 8.9 miles from Riverton, IA, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.4 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 17.8 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.9 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Thurman, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Riverton, IA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Riverton, IA
This is one driving day of about 17.8 miles and 35m.
At 17.8 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on US 275 for about 7.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.9 mi from Riverton, IA · 17m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 17.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.9 miles from Riverton, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Thurman, IA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Thurman, IA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.78 one way
$5.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.06 | $6.11 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.43 | $6.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.93 | $7.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.87 | $0.85 |
| Efficient EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.56 | $0.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.49 | $1.14 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Destination
Thurman, IA
Night in Thurman on Wednesday
Local time
10:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
35m 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 Riverton, IA to Thurman, IA covers 17.8 miles and takes about 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 275, State Highway 145, County Road J46. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.9 miles from Riverton, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.78 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 35m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 7 miles (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.4 miles (Filmore Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.5 miles (Illinois Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Riverton, IA to Thurman, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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