How far is Lorimor, IA from Shannon City, IA?
The driving distance from Lorimor, IA to Shannon City, IA is about 25.7 miles (41.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.1 miles (30.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 59m 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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City in Union County, Iowa
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lorimor and Shannon City.
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Start on the route
7.3 mi · 10 min
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Turn right
6.2 mi · 9 min
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Turn left onto North Douglas Street
2777 ft · 1 min · North Douglas Street
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Turn slight right
9.3 mi · 14 min
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Turn right onto County Road J13
1.7 mi · 3 min · County Road J13
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Continue on Ringgold Union Street
1790 ft · 38 sec · Ringgold Union Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
1229 ft · 54 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lorimor and Shannon City.
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.
Longest stretch
Turn slight right
9.35 mi · 00h 14m
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lorimor and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Shannon City.
Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from Lorimor to Shannon City?
The road trip is about 25.7 miles (41.3 km) and usually takes 00h 29m 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?
Afton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.8 miles from Lorimor and 12.9 miles from Shannon City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.1 miles (30.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.6 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 7:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.43 one way or $6.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lorimor and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Shannon City.
Stop Ideas Near Afton
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Creston
Osceola
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lorimor and Shannon City. Straight-line distance: 19.11 mi (30.75 km).
#1 Lorimor
City in Union County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 341 |
| Coordinates | 41.1283200, -94.0532800 |
| Altitude | 373 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Shannon City
Human settlement in Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 69 |
| Coordinates | 40.9016600, -94.2632900 |
| Altitude | 373 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-94.26322, 40.901658)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 41 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 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 19m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.43 | $6.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.87 | $7.74 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.24 | $8.47 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.83 | $9.65 |
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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