How far is Iron Mountain Lake, MO from Bismarck, MO?
The driving distance from Iron Mountain Lake, MO to Bismarck, MO is about 5.7 miles (9.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 5.3 miles (8.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 30m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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City in Iron County, Missouri, 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 Iron Mountain Lake and Bismarck.
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Start on Saint Louis Drive
2199 ft · 2 min · Saint Louis Drive
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Turn right onto Parkway Drive
2615 ft · 2 min · Parkway Drive
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Turn right
1792 ft · 49 sec
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Continue straight
4.5 mi · 11 min
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Turn left onto Center Street
6 m · 1 sec · Center Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Center Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Iron Mountain Lake and Bismarck.
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.
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4.47 mi · 00h 11m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Iron Mountain Lake and Partly Sunny near Bismarck.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Iron Mountain Lake to Bismarck?
The road trip is about 5.7 miles (9.2 km) and usually takes 00h 15m 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?
Pilot Knob is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.9 miles from Iron Mountain Lake and 2.9 miles from Bismarck.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5.3 miles (8.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.4 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 8:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.75 one way or $1.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Iron Mountain Lake and Partly Sunny near Bismarck.
Stop Ideas Near Pilot Knob
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 Pilot Knob.
Poplar Bluff
Kirkwood
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Iron Mountain Lake and Bismarck. Straight-line distance: 5.26 mi (8.47 km).
#1 Iron Mountain Lake
City in St.
| Population | 747 |
| Coordinates | 37.6931100, -90.6226200 |
| Altitude | 322 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bismarck
Small city in St.
| Population | 1,469 |
| Coordinates | 37.7692200, -90.6248500 |
| Altitude | 313 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bismarck (-90.62485, 37.76922)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 9 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 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 | $0.75 | $1.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $0.85 | $1.70 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $0.93 | $1.86 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $1.06 | $2.12 |
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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