How far is Ionia, KS from Jewell, KS?
The driving distance from Ionia, KS to Jewell, KS is about 26.7 miles (42.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.3 miles (16.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 19m 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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City in Kansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ionia and Jewell.
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Start on Elk Street
827 ft · 38 sec · Elk Street
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Turn right onto State Highway 228
1634 ft · 35 sec · State Highway 228
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Turn right
8.6 mi · 15 min
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Turn right
9.5 mi · 12 min
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Turn right
7.9 mi · 10 min
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Turn left onto Pearl Street
907 ft · 40 sec · Pearl Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pearl Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ionia and Jewell.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
9.46 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
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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.
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Cloudy leaving Ionia and Patchy Fog near Jewell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ionia to Jewell?
The road trip is about 26.7 miles (42.9 km) and usually takes 00h 39m 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?
Mankato is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.3 miles from Ionia and 13.3 miles from Jewell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10.3 miles (16.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.4 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 7:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.71 one way or $7.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Fog then Mostly Cloudy around Ionia and Patchy Fog near Jewell.
Stop Ideas Near Mankato
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 Mankato.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ionia and Jewell. Straight-line distance: 10.33 mi (16.62 km).
#1 Ionia
Human settlement in United States of America
| Population | 70 |
| Coordinates | 39.6639000, -98.3475600 |
| Altitude | 469 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jewell
City in Jewell County, Kansas
| Population | 396 |
| Coordinates | 39.6714000, -98.1536600 |
| Altitude | 474 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jewell (-98.15366, 39.6714)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
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 | $3.94 | $3.71 | $7.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.29 | $4.03 | $8.07 |
| Premium | $4.67 | $4.39 | $8.78 |
| Diesel | $6.07 | $5.71 | $11.41 |
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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