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Distance from Ward to Essen
Route Information
The driving distance from Ward, Iowa to Essen, Nebraska is 258 mi (415.3 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is 194.2 mi (312.6 km)
The estimated flight time is 0 hr 23 min
The estimated travel time by road is 4 hours 35 minutes
Traveling highway, long-distance in a west direction. Average speeds around 63 mph.
Location Details
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Journey Summary
Traveling from Ward, Iowa to Essen, Nebraska covers 258 mi (415.3 km) in a west direction. This highway, long-distance route typically takes 4 hours 35 minutes under normal conditions.
Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (240.6-258.0 miles / 387-415 km). The primary route shown here saves 43 minutes compared to alternatives.
The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 63 mph (101 km/h).
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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.