How far is Jewell, KS from Mankato, KS?
The driving distance from Jewell, KS to Mankato, KS is about 10.6 miles (17.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 8.6 miles (13.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 25m 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.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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City in Jewell County, Kansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Fog
Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jewell and Mankato.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jewell and Mankato.
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Start on Pearl Street
907 ft · 42 sec · Pearl Street
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Turn right onto North Columbus Street
7.9 mi · 10 min · North Columbus Street
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Turn left
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto South Commercial Street
906 ft · 39 sec · South Commercial Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Commercial Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jewell and Mankato.
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.
North Columbus Street
Turn right onto North Columbus Street
7.9 mi · 00h 10m
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.
Patchy Fog leaving Jewell and Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy near Mankato.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jewell to Mankato?
The road trip is about 10.6 miles (17.1 km) and usually takes 00h 12m 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?
Formoso is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.3 miles from Jewell and 5.3 miles from Mankato.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 8.6 miles (13.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 8:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.50 one way or $3.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog around Jewell and Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy near Mankato.
Stop Ideas Near Formoso
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 Formoso.
Hastings
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jewell and Mankato. Straight-line distance: 8.54 mi (13.75 km).
#1 Jewell
City in Jewell County, Kansas
| Population | 396 |
| Coordinates | 39.6714000, -98.1536600 |
| Altitude | 474 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mankato
City in Kansas, United States
| Population | 804 |
| Coordinates | 39.7872300, -98.2100500 |
| Altitude | 541 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Commercial Street (-98.210012, 39.78723)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 17 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 07m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.94 | $1.50 | $3.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.29 | $1.63 | $3.26 |
| Premium | $4.67 | $1.78 | $3.55 |
| Diesel | $6.07 | $2.31 | $4.61 |
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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