Origin
Thurman, IA
Late night in Thurman on Thursday
Local time
12:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Thurman, IA to Riverton, IA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
34m
Distance
17.8 mi
29 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good 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 36m
3 PM
0h 37m
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 Thurman, IA to Riverton, IA covers 17.8 miles and takes about 34m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Filmore Street, Highway 145, US 275 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. 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 Thurman, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 34m drive with frequent turns across 17.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Filmore Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Thurman, IA to Riverton, IA is easy. At 34m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Thurman, IA to Riverton, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Filmore Street | — | — |
| Highway 145 | — | — |
| US 275 | — | — |
| Highway 275 | — | — |
| Illinois Street | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| 250 Street | — | — |
| County Road J46 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Filmore Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Thurman, IA and Riverton, IA.
1
Start on Washington Street
72 ft
·
8 sec
·
Washington Street
2
Turn left onto Filmore Street
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Filmore Street
3
Continue on State Highway 145
3.8 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 145
4
Turn right onto US 275
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
US 275
5
Continue on Old Highway 275
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Old Highway 275
6
Continue on Illinois Street
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
Illinois Street
7
Turn slight left onto Illinois Street
194 ft
·
4 sec
·
Illinois Street
8
Continue on Main Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
9
Turn right
2.9 mi
·
4 min
10
Turn left onto 250 Street
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
250 Street
11
Continue on County Road J46
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
County Road J46
12
Continue on K Street
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
K Street
13
Arrive at your destination
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 Thurman, IA, or about 17m into the drive.
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 34m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Riverton, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Thurman, IA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Thurman, IA
This is one driving day of about 17.8 miles and 34m.
At 17.8 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.9 mi from Thurman, 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 Thurman, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Riverton, IA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Riverton, 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
Riverton, IA
Late night in Riverton on Thursday
Local time
12:00 AM
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
34m 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 Thurman, IA to Riverton, IA covers 17.8 miles and takes about 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Filmore Street, Highway 145, US 275. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.9 miles from Thurman, 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.
The drive from Thurman, IA to Riverton, IA is easy. At 34m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Thurman, IA to Riverton, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Thurman, IA to Riverton, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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