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Distance from Ward to West Branch
Route Information
The driving distance from Ward, Iowa to West Branch, Iowa is 125.5 mi (201.9 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is 91.5 mi (147.3 km)
The estimated flight time is 0 hr 11 min
The estimated travel time by road is 2 hours 9 minutes
Traveling highway, substantial in a northeast direction. Average speeds around 57 mph.
Location Details
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Journey Summary
Traveling from Ward, Iowa to West Branch, Iowa covers 125.5 mi (201.9 km) in a northeast direction. This highway, substantial route typically takes 2 hours 9 minutes under normal conditions.
Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (122.1-138.6 miles / 197-223 km). The primary route shown here saves 6 minutes compared to alternatives.
The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 57 mph (92 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.