How far is Mason City, IA from Carroll, IA?
The driving distance from Mason City, IA to Carroll, IA is about 152.5 miles (245.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 113.2 miles (182.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 19m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 09m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mason City and Carroll.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mason City and Carroll.
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Start on 2nd Street Northeast
7 m · 6 sec · 2nd Street Northeast
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Turn left onto North Federal Avenue
100 m · 17 sec · North Federal Avenue
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Turn right onto 1st Street Northwest
2017 ft · 48 sec · 1st Street Northwest
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Turn left onto North Monroe Avenue
1.3 mi · 3 min · North Monroe Avenue
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Turn right onto 19th Street Southwest
2.5 mi · 4 min · 19th Street Southwest
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Turn left onto South Eisenhower Avenue
2624 ft · 41 sec · South Eisenhower Avenue
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Continue on Mallard Avenue
1.4 mi · 2 min · Mallard Avenue
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Take the ramp right
2217 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
3.5 mi · 4 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight left toward I 35 South: Des Moines
1.4 km · 1 min
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Continue on I 35 South: Des Moines
2643 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
47.4 mi · 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20 West: Fort Dodge
3250 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
54 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Turn left onto Ogden Avenue
2.5 mi · 3 min · Ogden Avenue
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Continue on North 1st Street
1.6 km · 2 min · North 1st Street
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Turn right onto West High Street
1 mi · 2 min · West High Street
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Turn left onto Norridge Avenue
9.1 mi · 12 min · Norridge Avenue
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Turn right onto 360th Street
3 mi · 4 min · 360th Street
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Continue on East Main Street
2.1 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 175
3 mi · 4 min · State Highway 175
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Continue on 365th Street
3.1 mi · 5 min · 365th Street
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Continue on 370th Street
1.6 km · 2 min · 370th Street
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Turn left onto Pine Street
1350 ft · 38 sec · Pine Street
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Continue on Yankee Avenue
12.2 mi · 17 min · Yankee Avenue
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Turn slight left
1.3 km · 2 min
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Turn left onto North Main Street
41 m · 8 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right
25 m · 8 sec
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Turn right
17 m · 4 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mason City and Carroll.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 20 West
Merge slight left
54 mi · 01h 02m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Mason City and Chance Rain Showers near Carroll.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mason City to Carroll?
The road trip is about 152.5 miles (245.4 km) and usually takes 03h 09m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Webster City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 76.2 miles from Mason City and 76.3 miles from Carroll.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 113.2 miles (182.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:40 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.29 one way or $40.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Mason City and Chance Rain Showers near Carroll.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mason City and Carroll. Straight-line distance: 113.24 mi (182.25 km).
#1 Mason City
City in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa
| Population | 26,931 |
| Coordinates | 43.1535700, -93.2010400 |
| Altitude | 344 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Carroll
City in Carroll County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 9,694 |
| Coordinates | 42.0658200, -94.8669300 |
| Altitude | 387 |
| Country | United States |
End: Carroll (-94.86693, 42.06582)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 245 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 54m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $20.29 | $40.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.88 | $45.76 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $25.04 | $50.08 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $28.54 | $57.07 |
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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