How far is Curlew, IA from Mallard, IA?
The driving distance from Curlew, IA to Mallard, IA is about 6.5 miles (10.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 4.2 miles (6.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 22m 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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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Pocahontas 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 Curlew and Mallard.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Curlew and Mallard.
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Start on the route
49 m · 17 sec
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Turn left onto 430th Avenue
1282 ft · 37 sec · 430th Avenue
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Turn right onto 460th Street
3 mi · 5 min · 460th Street
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Turn right onto 460th Avenue
3 mi · 4 min · 460th Avenue
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Turn right onto Inman Avenue
894 ft · 24 sec · Inman Avenue
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Turn left onto South East Street
157 m · 23 sec · South East Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South East Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Curlew and Mallard.
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.
460th Street
Turn right onto 460th Street
3.01 mi · 00h 05m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Curlew and Mostly Sunny near Mallard.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Curlew to Mallard?
The road trip is about 6.5 miles (10.5 km) and usually takes 00h 11m 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?
Plover is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.3 miles from Curlew and 3.3 miles from Mallard.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 4.2 miles (6.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.3 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 8:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.87 one way or $1.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Curlew and Mostly Sunny near Mallard.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Curlew and Mallard. Straight-line distance: 4.18 mi (6.73 km).
#1 Curlew
Human settlement in Palo Alto County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 55 |
| Coordinates | 42.9788600, -94.7410900 |
| Altitude | 378 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mallard
City in Palo Alto County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 266 |
| Coordinates | 42.9363600, -94.6822000 |
| Altitude | 373 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mallard (-94.6822, 42.93636)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 11 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $0.87 | $1.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $0.98 | $1.96 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.07 | $2.14 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $1.22 | $2.44 |
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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