Origin
Shell Rock, IA
Afternoon in Shell Rock on Thursday
Local time
2:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shell Rock, IA to Indiana, IA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 12m
Distance
131.3 mi
211 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 1m
★
6 AM
3h 13m
8 AM
3h 36m
10 AM
3h 21m
12 PM
3h 18m
3 PM
3h 22m
5 PM
3h 35m
8 PM
3h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shell Rock, IA
El Puerto de Santa María
Indiana, IA
Kelly
Trip Overview
This 131.3-mile journey from Shell Rock, IA to Indiana, IA is a straightforward drive perfect for a single day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 12 minutes. You'll primarily be navigating State Highway 14, Sanford Avenue, and N Avenue, with about 41% of the drive on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this excursion is around $21, making it an economical choice. This route offers a mixed driving experience and is well-suited for a relaxed pace, as there's only one recommended stop and the longest stretch without a turn is 44.1 miles on State Highway 14. Given its relatively short duration and manageable distance, it's an ideal option for a weekend adventure or a mid-week escape within the Midwest region.
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
65.7 miles from Shell Rock, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 12m. Total distance: 131.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (41%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The character of this drive is a blend, with a significant portion (41%) on highways, interspersed with local roads. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 44.1 miles on State Highway 14, offering a good opportunity to settle in. Expect a mixed drive profile, suggesting a variety of road types and speeds as you transition between them. This isn't a monotonous interstate cruise nor a purely rural backroad exploration; rather, it's a practical combination that keeps things interesting without being overly demanding. The road's personality shifts subtly, from more open highway sections to potentially narrower or more winding segments as you approach your destination.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 14 is the longest continuous segment at about 44.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 7.9 miles in near Sinclair Avenue.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Shell Rock, IA to Indiana, IA is easy. At 3h 12m with 41% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.9 miles (Sinclair Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 16.9 miles (IA 57): Navigation decision point; at 18.9 miles (IA 14 / State Highway 14): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
7.9 mi into trip
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~11m in
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Sinclair Avenue
Turn left onto Sinclair Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
16.9 mi into trip
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~24m in
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IA 57
Turn right onto IA 57
Navigation decision point
4
18.9 mi into trip
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~27m in
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IA 14 / State Highway 14
Turn left onto IA 14 / State Highway 14
Navigation decision point
5
31.8 mi into trip
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~45m in
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County Road T37
Turn sharp left onto County Road T37
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
129.3 mi into trip
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~3h 8m in
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CR G76 / County Highway G76
Turn sharp right onto CR G76 / County Highway G76
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 14 | 44.1 mi | 1h 5m |
| Sanford Avenue | 19.8 mi | 27m |
| N Avenue | 10.9 mi | 15m |
| Sinclair Avenue | 9 mi | 12m |
| Reed Avenue | 9 mi | 13m |
| IA 5 | 7.5 mi | 11m |
| Butler Center Road | 7 mi | 9m |
| 240th Street | 6.3 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 14
— 44.1 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shell Rock, IA and Indiana, IA.
1
Start on South Cherry Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Cherry Street
2
Continue on Butler Center Road
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Butler Center Road
3
Turn left onto Sinclair Avenue
9.0 mi
·
12 min
·
Sinclair Avenue
4
Turn right onto IA 57
2.0 mi
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3 min
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IA 57
5
Turn left onto IA 14
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 14
6
Continue on IA 14
11 mi
·
15 min
·
N Avenue
7
Turn right onto 210th Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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210th Street
8
Turn sharp left onto County Road T37
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road T37
9
Continue on M Avenue
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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M Avenue
10
Turn right onto IA 14; IA 175
6.3 mi
·
9 min
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240th Street
11
Turn left onto IA 14
20 mi
·
27 min
·
Sanford Avenue
12
Continue on IA 14
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North 3rd Avenue
13
Turn right onto IA 14
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
East Anson Street
14
Turn left onto IA 14
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
South Center Street
15
Continue on IA 14
7.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Reed Avenue
16
Continue on IA 14
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
North Main Street
17
Continue on IA 14
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Reed Avenue
18
Continue on IA 14
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 14
19
Continue on IA 14
7.0 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 14
20
Continue on IA 14
21 mi
·
30 min
·
State Highway 14
21
Continue on IA 14
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Monroe Street
22
Continue on IA 14
13 mi
·
18 min
·
State Highway 14
23
Continue on IA 14
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
North Lincoln Street
24
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
25
Merge onto IA 5; IA 92
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
IA 5; IA 92
26
Take the exit onto IA 5
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
IA 5
27
Turn right onto IA 5
5.8 mi
·
8 min
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IA 5
28
Turn sharp right onto CR G76
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
County Highway G76
29
Continue on CR G76
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
County Highway G76
30
Arrive at destination
CR G76
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just over 3 hours, this trip from Shell Rock to Indiana, IA is easily accomplished in one day. You can depart anytime, but an early start will give you ample time to enjoy the drive without feeling rushed. Plan for one stop to break up the 131.3 miles; consider doing this around the halfway point or where you feel most comfortable. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longer 44.1-mile stretch on State Highway 14. The estimated fuel cost of $21 is quite reasonable, so you won't need to budget heavily for gas. Enjoy the flexibility of a shorter drive and make spontaneous stops if something catches your eye.
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 65.7 miles from Shell Rock, IA, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.1 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 29 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.7 miles or 1h 34m 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 36m
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 Shell Rock, 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 Shell Rock, IA
This is one driving day of about 131.3 miles and 3h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Shell Rock, 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 State Highway 14 for about 44.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65.7 mi from Shell Rock, IA · 1h 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
66 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 65.7 miles from Shell Rock, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Indiana, IA
The final approach into Indiana, 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 Indiana, 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
$20.53 one way
$41.05 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $22.54 | $45.08 |
| premium | $4.89 | $25.27 | $50.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.99 | $57.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.4 | 0 | $13.79 | $6.30 |
| Efficient EV | 32.8 | 0 | $11.49 | $5.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52.5 | 0 | $18.38 | $8.40 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Indiana, IA
Afternoon in Indiana on Thursday
Local time
2:35 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 12m 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 Shell Rock, IA to Indiana, IA covers 131.3 miles and takes about 3h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 14, Sanford Avenue, N Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 65.7 miles from Shell Rock, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.53 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Shell Rock, IA to Indiana, IA is easy. At 3h 12m with 41% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.9 miles (Sinclair Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 16.9 miles (IA 57): Navigation decision point; at 18.9 miles (IA 14 / State Highway 14): Navigation decision point.
The route from Shell Rock, IA to Indiana, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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