How far is Joel, WI from Osceola, WI?
The driving distance from Joel, WI to Osceola, WI is about 29.9 miles (48.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23 miles (37 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 17m 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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Human settlement in Burnett County, Wisconsin, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Joel and Osceola.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Joel and Osceola.
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Start on County Highway D
3.8 mi · 9 min · County Highway D
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Turn right onto 60th Street
1.6 km · 2 min · 60th Street
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Turn left
3.5 mi · 5 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East 130th Avenue
38 m · 7 sec · East 130th Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto East 130th Avenue
11.2 mi · 16 min · East 130th Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West 130th Avenue
46 m · 9 sec · West 130th Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto West 130th Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · West 130th Avenue
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Continue on US Highway 8
1.6 mi · 3 min · US Highway 8
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Take the exit slight right
1578 ft · 45 sec
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Turn left onto South Vincent Street
149 m · 18 sec · South Vincent Street
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Continue on State Highway 35
6.7 mi · 10 min · State Highway 35
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Continue on North Cascade Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · North Cascade Street
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Turn left onto 2nd Avenue
61 m · 9 sec · 2nd Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Joel and Osceola.
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.
East 130th Avenue
Exit the roundabout onto East 130th Avenue
11.2 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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Joel and Sunny near Osceola.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Joel to Osceola?
The road trip is about 29.9 miles (48.1 km) and usually takes 00h 38m 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?
Sand Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.9 miles from Joel and 15 miles from Osceola.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23 miles (37 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.9 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 7:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.96 one way or $7.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Joel and Sunny near Osceola.
Stop Ideas Near Sand Lake
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 Sand Lake.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Joel and Osceola. Straight-line distance: 23.01 mi (37.03 km).
#1 Joel
Joel is a place in Wisconsin, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 45.3605200, -92.2346300 |
| Altitude | 349 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Osceola
Township in Polk County, Wisconsin
| Population | 2,892 |
| Coordinates | 45.3205200, -92.7049300 |
| Altitude | 248 |
| Country | United States |
End: 2nd Avenue (-92.704905, 45.320604)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 48 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
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 | $3.77 | $3.96 | $7.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.47 | $8.93 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.89 | $9.77 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.57 | $11.14 |
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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