Chariton, IA

Chariton is a small county seat in south-central Iowa, about 60 miles south of Des Moines along US Highway 34. Most visitors arrive from I-35 via Exit 56 near Osceola, then drive east 20 miles on US 34. The highway connects to Ottumwa and other southern Iowa communities, while Highway 14 runs north-south through town. The 1893 Lucas County Courthouse dominates the skyline with its distinctive Romanesque clock tower.

Airports closest to Chariton, IA are Des Moines International Airport and Ottumwa Regional Airport.