How far is Mapleside, IA from Sheldon, IA?
The driving distance from Mapleside, IA to Sheldon, IA is about 24.3 miles (39.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17 miles (27.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 57m 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 Sheldon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mapleside and Sheldon.
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Start on Silver Avenue
5.1 mi · 7 min · Silver Avenue
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Continue on South Rerick Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · South Rerick Avenue
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Continue on Silver Avenue
6 mi · 8 min · Silver Avenue
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Turn left onto 320th Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · 320th Street
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Continue on US-18
1 km · 1 min · US-18
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Continue on 320th Street
8.5 mi · 12 min · 320th Street
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Continue on Park Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Park Street
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Turn left onto 2nd Avenue
1797 ft · 56 sec · 2nd Avenue
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Turn left onto 9th Street
8 m · 1 sec · 9th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 9th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mapleside and Sheldon.
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.
320th Street
Continue on 320th Street
8.49 mi · 00h 12m
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 Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sheldon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mapleside to Sheldon?
The road trip is about 24.3 miles (39.1 km) and usually takes 00h 28m 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?
Sanborn is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.3 miles from Mapleside and 12 miles from Sheldon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17 miles (27.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.3 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 7:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.24 one way or $6.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Mapleside and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sheldon.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mapleside and Sheldon. Straight-line distance: 17.02 mi (27.39 km).
#1 Mapleside
Mapleside is a place in Iowa, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 43.0024800, -95.6239000 |
| Altitude | 444 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sheldon
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 5,071 |
| Coordinates | 43.1810900, -95.8561300 |
| Altitude | 435 |
| Country | United States |
End: 9th Street (-95.856108, 43.181144)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 39 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 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 | $3.24 | $6.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.66 | $7.32 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.00 | $8.00 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.56 | $9.12 |
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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