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Distance from Ward to Altona

Driving Distance
265.3 mi 427 km
Flying Distance
195.1 mi 314.0 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Ward, Iowa to Altona, Missouri is 265.3 mi (427 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 195.1 mi (314.0 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 24 min

The estimated travel time by road is 4 hours 52 minutes

Traveling fast highway, long-distance in a southwest direction. Average speeds around 68 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Ward
State/Province Iowa
Country US
Latitude 41.029451
Longitude -92.886587
GPS 41.029451° N, 92.886587° W
Local Time 11:55 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:


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Place Altona
State/Province Missouri
Country US
Latitude 38.399741
Longitude -94.234946
GPS 38.399741° N, 94.234946° W
Local Time 11:55 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Ward, Iowa to Altona, Missouri covers 265.3 mi (427 km) in a southwest direction. This fast highway, long-distance route typically takes 4 hours 52 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (252.3-265.3 miles / 406-427 km). The primary route shown here saves 1 hour and 1 minute compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 68 mph (109 km/h).

Available Routes

US-65 S
265.3 mi 4 hours 52 minutes
Shortest
MO-5 S
262.9 mi 4 hours 54 minutes
I-35 S
252.3 mi 3 hours 54 minutes
Fastest

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.