How far is Bronson, KS from Mapleton, KS?
The driving distance from Bronson, KS to Mapleton, KS is about 18.9 miles (30.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.2 miles (21.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 06m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Human settlement in Linn County, Kansas, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bronson and Mapleton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bronson and Mapleton.
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Start on Charles Street
599 ft · 28 sec · Charles Street
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Turn right onto Pine Street
1.2 km · 59 sec · Pine Street
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Turn left
7 mi · 12 min
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Turn right
10.8 mi · 19 min
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Turn right onto 6th Street
715 ft · 14 sec · 6th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 6th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bronson and Mapleton.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
Turn right
10.8 mi · 00h 19m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Bronson and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Mapleton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bronson to Mapleton?
The road trip is about 18.9 miles (30.4 km) and usually takes 00h 33m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Blue Mound is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.4 miles from Bronson and 9.4 miles from Mapleton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.2 miles (21.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.53 one way or $5.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Bronson and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Mapleton.
Stop Ideas Near Blue Mound
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Blue Mound.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bronson and Mapleton. Straight-line distance: 13.22 mi (21.27 km).
#1 Bronson
City in Kansas
| Population | 303 |
| Coordinates | 37.8958700, -95.0733100 |
| Altitude | 326 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mapleton
City in Bourbon County, Kansas, United States
| Population | 80 |
| Coordinates | 38.0150300, -94.8835800 |
| Altitude | 269 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mapleton (-94.88358, 38.01503)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 30 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.53 | $5.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.85 | $5.70 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.12 | $6.24 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.55 | $7.11 |
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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