How far is Algona, IA from Mason City, IA?
The driving distance from Algona, IA to Mason City, IA is about 54.2 miles (87.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.4 miles (84.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 20m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 10m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Hancock County, Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Algona and Mason City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Algona and Mason City.
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Start on North Jones Street
1121 ft · 35 sec · North Jones Street
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Turn left onto East McGregor Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · East McGregor Street
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Continue on 210th Street
4 mi · 6 min · 210th Street
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Turn left onto 210th Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · 210th Avenue
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Turn right onto US Highway 18
44.2 mi · 1 hr 1 min · US Highway 18
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Continue on 4th Street Southwest
2 mi · 4 min · 4th Street Southwest
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Turn left onto Winnebago Way
2404 ft · 1 min · Winnebago Way
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Continue on 1st Street Northwest
1.2 mi · 2 min · 1st Street Northwest
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Turn left onto North Federal Avenue
100 m · 16 sec · North Federal Avenue
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Turn right onto 2nd Street Northeast
7 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street Northeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street Northeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Algona and Mason City.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 18
Turn right onto US Highway 18
44.2 mi · 01h 01m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Algona and Mostly Cloudy near Mason City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Algona to Mason City?
The road trip is about 54.2 miles (87.2 km) and usually takes 01h 10m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Britt is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.2 miles from Algona and 27 miles from Mason City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.4 miles (84.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.20 one way or $14.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Algona and Mostly Cloudy near Mason City.
Stop Ideas Near Britt
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Forest City - City Hall - Municipal Services
Garner City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Britt.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Algona and Mason City. Straight-line distance: 52.37 mi (84.28 km).
#1 Algona
City in Iowa
| Population | 5,359 |
| Coordinates | 43.0699700, -94.2330200 |
| Altitude | 364 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mason City
City in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa
| Population | 26,931 |
| Coordinates | 43.1535700, -93.2010400 |
| Altitude | 344 |
| Country | United States |
End: 2nd Street Northeast (-93.201041, 43.153613)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 87 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $7.20 | $14.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.12 | $16.25 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.89 | $17.78 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.13 | $20.26 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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