How far is Osage, IA from McIntire, IA?
The driving distance from Osage, IA to McIntire, IA is about 21.2 miles (34.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.1 miles (24.3 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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City in Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Osage and McIntire.
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Start on Main Street
1.6 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on County Road T42
3 mi · 4 min · County Road T42
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Continue on State Highway 9
12 mi · 16 min · State Highway 9
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Turn left onto Walnut Avenue
4.7 mi · 8 min · Walnut Avenue
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Continue on 1st Street
2611 ft · 52 sec · 1st Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 1st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Osage and McIntire.
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.
State Highway 9
Continue on State Highway 9
12 mi · 00h 16m
Route Summary
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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 McIntire.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Osage to McIntire?
The road trip is about 21.2 miles (34.1 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?
Riceville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.6 miles from Osage and 10.6 miles from McIntire.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.1 miles (24.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.1 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 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 $2.83 one way or $5.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Osage and Sunny near McIntire.
Stop Ideas Near Riceville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Riceville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Osage and McIntire. Straight-line distance: 15.13 mi (24.35 km).
#1 Osage
City in Mitchell County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 3,549 |
| Coordinates | 43.2841400, -92.8110300 |
| Altitude | 360 |
| Country | United States |
#2 McIntire
Human settlement in Mitchell County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 127 |
| Coordinates | 43.4358000, -92.5937900 |
| Altitude | 388 |
| Country | United States |
End: 1st Street (-92.593589, 43.435798)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 34 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.83 | $5.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.19 | $6.38 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.49 | $6.98 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.98 | $7.96 |
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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