Anderson, Indiana to Clinton, Iowa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

264.1 miles 425 km · straight line
330.1 miles estimated 531.3 km · driving distance
6h 38min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
299° WNW bearing direction

How far is Anderson, Indiana from Clinton, Iowa?

The distance from Anderson, Indiana to Clinton, Iowa is 264.1 miles (425 km) as the crow flies. Clinton, Iowa is located WNW of Anderson, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 330.1 miles, taking about 6h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Anderson, Indiana in Indiana and Clinton, Iowa in Iowa.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Anderson, Indiana and Clinton, Iowa. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Anderson, Indiana to Clinton, Iowa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 38min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 58min $26–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 18min $40–$116* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Anderson, Indiana & Clinton, Iowa

Quick Facts

Anderson, Indiana
40.11°N, 85.68°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
268m elevation
Clinton, Iowa
41.84°N, 90.19°W
America/Chicago
179m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 94.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients