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Distance from Ward , Iowa to Colfax , Iowa

Driving Distance
67.9 mi 109.3 km
Flying Distance
48.4 mi 77.9 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Ward, Iowa to Colfax, Iowa is 67.9 mi (109.3 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 48.4 mi (77.9 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 6 min (assuming average flight speed of 500 mph)

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 15 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, substantial in a northwest direction. Average speeds around 53 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 3:37 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Colfax
Place Colfax
State/Province Iowa
Country US
Latitude 41.677076
Longitude -93.245125
GPS 41.677076° N, 93.245125° W
Local Time 3:37 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Ward, Iowa to Colfax, Iowa covers 67.9 mi (109.3 km) in a northwest direction. This mixed highways and local roads, substantial route typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (62.0-72.5 miles / 100-117 km). The primary route shown here saves 13 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 53 mph (85 km/h).

Available Routes

IA-5 N
67.9 mi 1 hour 15 minutes
Shortest
IA-92 W and IA-5 N
72.5 mi 1 hour 21 minutes
IA-163 W
62 mi 1 hour 8 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.