How far is Osage, IA from Carpenter, IA?
The driving distance from Osage, IA to Carpenter, IA is about 18 miles (28.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.7 miles (22 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 47m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Osage and Carpenter.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Osage and Carpenter.
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Start on Main Street
12 m · 6 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto North 7th Street
1.3 km · 2 min · North 7th Street
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Continue on United States Highway 218
10.6 mi · 15 min · United States Highway 218
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Continue on East 4th Street
1894 ft · 47 sec · East 4th Street
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Continue on United States Highway 218
906 ft · 24 sec · United States Highway 218
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Turn left onto West 2nd Street
1543 ft · 1 min · West 2nd Street
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Turn right onto County Road 105
646 ft · 13 sec · County Road 105
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Continue on Highway 105
1.4 km · 2 min · Highway 105
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Continue on County Road 105
2.9 mi · 5 min · County Road 105
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Continue on William Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · William Street
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Turn left onto East Street
9 m · 1 sec · East Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Osage and Carpenter.
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.
United States Highway 218
Continue on United States Highway 218
10.6 mi · 00h 15m
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.
Sunny leaving Osage and Sunny near Carpenter.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Osage to Carpenter?
The road trip is about 18 miles (28.9 km) and usually takes 00h 23m 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?
Saint Ansgar is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.9 miles from Osage and 9 miles from Carpenter.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.7 miles (22 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.3 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 7:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.38 one way or $4.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Osage and Sunny near Carpenter.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Osage and Carpenter. Straight-line distance: 13.66 mi (21.99 km).
#1 Osage
City in Mitchell County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 3,549 |
| Coordinates | 43.2841400, -92.8110300 |
| Altitude | 360 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Carpenter
City located in Mitchell County, Iowa
| Population | 108 |
| Coordinates | 43.4149600, -93.0149200 |
| Altitude | 363 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Street (-93.014925, 43.41496)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 29 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.38 | $4.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.68 | $5.36 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.93 | $5.86 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.34 | $6.68 |
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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