How far is Iron River, MI from Tobin Location, MI?
The driving distance from Iron River, MI to Tobin Location, MI is about 14.9 miles (23.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.7 miles (22.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 38m 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.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Iron County, Michigan, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Iron River and Tobin Location.
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Start on the route
17 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto North 4th Avenue
50 m · 12 sec · North 4th Avenue
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Turn left onto West Adams Street
14.5 mi · 17 min · West Adams Street
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Turn right onto Tobin-Alpha Road
1915 ft · 1 min · Tobin-Alpha Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Tobin-Alpha Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Iron River and Tobin Location.
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.
West Adams Street
Turn left onto West Adams Street
14.5 mi · 00h 17m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Iron River and Mostly Sunny near Tobin Location.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Iron River to Tobin Location?
The road trip is about 14.9 miles (23.9 km) and usually takes 00h 19m 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?
Gaastra is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.4 miles from Iron River and 7.5 miles from Tobin Location.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.7 miles (22.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.2 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 7:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.96 one way or $3.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Iron River and Mostly Sunny near Tobin Location.
Stop Ideas Near Gaastra
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Iron River and Tobin Location. Straight-line distance: 13.71 mi (22.06 km).
#1 Iron River
City in Iron County, Michigan, United States of America
| Population | 960 |
| Coordinates | 46.0927300, -88.6423500 |
| Altitude | 461 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tobin Location
Tobin Location is a place in Michigan, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 46.0924500, -88.3562500 |
| Altitude | 472 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tobin Location (-88.35625, 46.09245)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 24 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.96 | $3.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.21 | $4.42 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.42 | $4.84 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.76 | $5.52 |
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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