How far is Spirit Lake, IA from Iowa City, IA?
Fastest route
The distance between Spirit Lake, Iowa 51360 and Iowa City, Iowa is approximately 288 miles (464 kilometers). The estimated travel time is around 4 hours and 39 minutes. The fastest route currently available is via US-20 E. Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey:
Directions
- Start by getting on US-20 E in Calhoun County from IA-4 S.
- Head east on IA-9 E/18th St toward Gary Ave.
- Continue to follow IA-9 E.
- Turn right onto 310th Ave.
- Turn right onto 350th Ave.
- Turn right onto Airport Rd.
- Pass by Subway (on the right) in 24.2 miles.
- Turn left to merge onto US-20 E toward Fort Dodge.
- Follow US-20 E and I-380 S to County Rd F46/Melrose Ave in Iowa City.
- Take exit 93 from US-218 S.
- Continue onto I-380 S/US-20 E.
- Keep right at the fork to continue on I-380 S/IA-27 S, following signs for Interstate 380 S/Cedar Rapids.
- Continue onto IA-27 S/US-218 S.
- Take exit 93 for County Rd F46/Melrose Ave toward University Hts.
- Continue on Melrose Ave.
- Drive to S Clinton St.
- Turn left onto County Rd F46/Melrose Ave.
- Continue to follow Melrose Ave.
- Continue onto Byington Rd.
- Turn right onto Grand Ave.
- Continue onto W Burlington St.
- Turn right onto S Clinton St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to have a full tank of gas before starting your journey.
- 📅 Check the weather forecast and road conditions before you leave.
- 🛣️ Follow the signs for US-20 E and I-380 S to stay on the fastest route.
- ⚠️ Be aware of any road closures or construction along the way.
- 🍴 Consider taking breaks during the trip to stretch your legs and grab a bite to eat.
- 🚦 Observe traffic rules and drive safely throughout your journey.
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Spirit Lake and Iowa City is 218.76 miles (352.07 km).
Flight distance from Spirit Lake, IA to Iowa City, IA is 218.76 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 34 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 31 minutes to travel from Spirit Lake to Iowa City with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Spirit Lake, Iowa to Iowa City, Iowa is: 286.41 miles (460.93 km) by car.
Driving from Spirit Lake to Iowa City will take approximately 04 hours 43 minutes.
#1 Spirit Lake
City in Dickinson County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 5251 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 43°25'20"N 95°6'8"W |
| Latitude | 43.4221800 |
| Longitude | -95.1022200 |
| Altitude | 449 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Iowa City
The most populous city in Johnson County, Iowa. It is located on the Iowa River in eastern Iowa. Iowa City is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the University of Iowa campus and the Iowa City Public Library.
| Population | 75130 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°39'40"N 91°31'49"W |
| Latitude | 41.6611300 |
| Longitude | -91.5301700 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Iowa City: South Gilbert Street (-91.530165,41.661126)
Estimated Travel Time Between Spirit Lake and Iowa City
The distance between Spirit Lake and Iowa City is 461 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 05 hours 07 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Spirit Lake and Iowa City. The current time is 01:06:56.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09 hours 32 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07 hours 09 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05 hours 43 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04 hours 46 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04 hours 05 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 49 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 34 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 38.26 liters (10.11 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Spirit Lake and Iowa City.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Spirit Lake to Iowa City is $33.2 (diesel $46.97).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $33.2 | $36.36 | $41.07 | $46.97 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Iowa ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.285 (Diesel $4.648) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Spirit Lake and Iowa City (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
