How far is Osceola, WI from Joel, WI?
The driving distance from Osceola, WI to Joel, WI is about 29.8 miles (48 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23 miles (37 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Burnett County, Wisconsin, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Osceola and Joel.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Osceola and Joel.
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Start on 2nd Avenue
61 m · 13 sec · 2nd Avenue
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Turn right onto North Cascade Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · North Cascade Street
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Continue on State Highway 35
6.7 mi · 10 min · State Highway 35
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Take the ramp right
1497 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left onto US Highway 8
1.5 mi · 3 min · US Highway 8
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Continue on West 130th Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · West 130th Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West 130th Avenue
42 m · 8 sec · West 130th Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto West 130th Avenue
11.2 mi · 16 min · West 130th Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East 130th Avenue
39 m · 7 sec · East 130th Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto East 130th Avenue
1.8 mi · 2 min · East 130th Avenue
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Continue straight
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto 60th Street
1.6 km · 2 min · 60th Street
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Turn left onto County Highway D
3.8 mi · 9 min · County Highway D
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Highway D
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Osceola and Joel.
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.
West 130th Avenue
Exit the roundabout onto West 130th Avenue
11.2 mi · 00h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Osceola and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Joel.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Osceola to Joel?
The road trip is about 29.8 miles (48 km) and usually takes 00h 49m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Sand Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.9 miles from Osceola and 14.9 miles from Joel.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23 miles (37 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.96 one way or $7.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Osceola and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Joel.
Stop Ideas Near Sand Lake
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 Sand Lake.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Osceola and Joel. Straight-line distance: 23.01 mi (37.03 km).
#1 Osceola
Township in Polk County, Wisconsin
| Population | 2,892 |
| Coordinates | 45.3205200, -92.7049300 |
| Altitude | 248 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Joel
Joel is a place in Wisconsin, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 45.3605200, -92.2346300 |
| Altitude | 349 |
| Country | United States |
End: Joel (-92.23463, 45.36052)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 48 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
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 | $3.77 | $3.96 | $7.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.47 | $8.93 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.89 | $9.77 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.57 | $11.14 |
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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