How far is Iron River, WI from Mason, WI?
The driving distance from Iron River, WI to Mason, WI is about 25.2 miles (40.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.8 miles (30.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 54m 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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Town in Wisconsin, 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 River and Mason.
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Start on Oneida Street
22 m · 6 sec · Oneida Street
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Turn right onto Major Richard I. Bong Memorial Highway
11.6 mi · 16 min · Major Richard I. Bong Memorial Highway
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Turn right onto County Highway E
3.1 mi · 4 min · County Highway E
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Continue on County Highway E
6.2 mi · 9 min · County Highway E
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Keep slight right to continue on County Highway E
2.4 mi · 3 min · County Highway E
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Turn slight left onto Mason Main Street
115 m · 12 sec · Mason Main Street
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Turn right onto County Highway E
156 m · 15 sec · County Highway E
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Highway E
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Iron River and Mason.
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.
Major Richard I. Bong Memorial Highway
Turn right onto Major Richard I. Bong Memorial Highway
11.6 mi · 00h 16m
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 Iron River and Partly Sunny near Mason.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Iron River to Mason?
The road trip is about 25.2 miles (40.6 km) and usually takes 00h 27m 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?
Delta is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.7 miles from Iron River and 13.5 miles from Mason.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.8 miles (30.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.4 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 7:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.36 one way or $6.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Iron River and Partly Sunny near Mason.
Stop Ideas Near Delta
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 Mason. Straight-line distance: 18.82 mi (30.28 km).
#1 Iron River
City in Bayfield County, Wisconsin, United States of America
| Population | 1,157 |
| Coordinates | 46.5643900, -91.4082500 |
| Altitude | 337 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mason
Civil town in Bayfield County, Wisconsin
| Population | 324 |
| Coordinates | 46.4352300, -91.0599100 |
| Altitude | 286 |
| Country | United States |
End: County Highway E (-91.059912, 46.435246)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 41 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.36 | $6.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.79 | $7.57 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.14 | $8.28 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.72 | $9.44 |
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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