How far is Mason City, IA from Eldridge, IA?
The driving distance from Mason City, IA to Eldridge, IA is about 219.9 miles (353.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 168.8 miles (271.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 35m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 17m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mason City and Eldridge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mason City and Eldridge.
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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 · 20 sec · North Federal Avenue
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Turn left onto 1st Street Northeast
2567 ft · 57 sec · 1st Street Northeast
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East State Street
2988 ft · 60 sec · East State Street
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Turn slight right onto Maple Drive
2017 ft · 57 sec · Maple Drive
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Turn left onto 4th Street Southeast
2.7 mi · 4 min · 4th Street Southeast
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Turn right onto Thrush Avenue
2.6 mi · 4 min · Thrush Avenue
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Take the ramp left
2241 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
69.1 mi · 1 hr 20 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward US 218 south: Waterloo
97 m · 8 sec
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Continue on US 218 south: Waterloo
1625 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto Leo P Rooff Expressway
6.7 mi · 8 min · Leo P Rooff Expressway
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Continue on Washington Street
2.4 mi · 4 min · Washington Street
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Keep slight right to continue on I-380 south, US 20, IA 27: Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, Cedar Falls
6.5 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Avenue of the Saints
64.7 mi · 1 hr 12 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80
1362 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Davenport
1.2 mi · 3 min
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Merge slight left
55.8 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 61 North: Eldridge, DeWitt
1744 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Brady Street
3.8 mi · 5 min · North Brady Street
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Take the exit slight right
1827 ft · 51 sec
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Turn left onto East Leclaire Road
1.3 km · 2 min · East Leclaire Road
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Turn right onto North 1st Street
961 ft · 38 sec · North 1st Street
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Turn left onto West Franklin Street
98 m · 13 sec · West Franklin Street
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Turn right onto North 2nd Street
86 m · 12 sec · North 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mason City and Eldridge.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Avenue of the Saints
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
69.1 mi · 01h 20m
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.
Rain Showers leaving Mason City and Rain Showers near Eldridge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mason City to Eldridge?
The road trip is about 219.9 miles (353.9 km) and usually takes 04h 17m 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?
Brandon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 109.8 miles from Mason City and 110.1 miles from Eldridge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 168.8 miles (271.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 51.1 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 8:24 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.63 one way or $65.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 69 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Mason City and Rain Showers near Eldridge.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mason City and Eldridge. Straight-line distance: 168.79 mi (271.64 km).
#1 Mason City
City in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa
| Population | 26,931 |
| Coordinates | 43.1535700, -93.2010400 |
| Altitude | 344 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Eldridge
City in Scott County Iowa
| Population | 6,864 |
| Coordinates | 41.6580900, -90.5845800 |
| Altitude | 243 |
| Country | United States |
End: Eldridge (-90.58458, 41.65809)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 354 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 44m |
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 | $4.21 | $32.63 | $65.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.47 | $34.72 | $69.44 |
| Premium | $5.10 | $39.58 | $79.17 |
| Diesel | $6.07 | $47.11 | $94.22 |
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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