How far is Mapleside, IA from Calumet, IA?
The driving distance from Mapleside, IA to Calumet, IA is about 8 miles (12.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 5.4 miles (8.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 18m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mapleside and Calumet.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mapleside and Calumet.
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Start on Silver Avenue
2.1 mi · 3 min · Silver Avenue
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Continue on 470th Street
4.1 mi · 6 min · 470th Street
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Turn right onto Tanager Avenue
1.5 mi · 2 min · Tanager Avenue
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Turn right onto 485th Street
144 m · 13 sec · 485th Street
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Continue on East 2nd Street
1013 ft · 28 sec · East 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mapleside and Calumet.
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.
470th Street
Continue on 470th Street
4.1 mi · 00h 06m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Mapleside and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Calumet.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mapleside to Calumet?
The road trip is about 8 miles (12.9 km) and usually takes 00h 09m 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?
Sutherland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4 miles from Mapleside and 4 miles from Calumet.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5.4 miles (8.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.6 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 8:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.06 one way or $2.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Mapleside and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Calumet.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mapleside and Calumet. Straight-line distance: 5.38 mi (8.66 km).
#1 Mapleside
Mapleside is a place in Iowa, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 43.0024800, -95.6239000 |
| Altitude | 444 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Calumet
City in Iowa
| Population | 155 |
| Coordinates | 42.9463700, -95.5500100 |
| Altitude | 438 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 2nd Street (-95.55001, 42.946397)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 13 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.06 | $2.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.19 | $2.38 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.30 | $2.61 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $1.49 | $2.97 |
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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