How far is Paullina, IA from Mapleside, IA?
The driving distance from Paullina, IA to Mapleside, IA is about 4.8 miles (7.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 3.6 miles (5.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 15m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Paullina and Mapleside.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paullina and Mapleside.
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Start on West Broadway Street
1247 ft · 1 min · West Broadway Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Maple Street
1343 ft · 29 sec · South Maple Street
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Turn right onto 460th Street
2744 ft · 52 sec · 460th Street
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Continue on 460th St; State Highway 10
2.5 mi · 4 min · 460th St; State Highway 10
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Turn left onto Silver Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · Silver Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Silver Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Paullina and Mapleside.
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.
460th St
Continue on 460th St; State Highway 10
2.5 mi · 00h 04m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Paullina and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Mapleside.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Paullina to Mapleside?
The road trip is about 4.8 miles (7.8 km) and usually takes 00h 07m 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?
Calumet is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.4 miles from Paullina and 2.4 miles from Mapleside.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 3.6 miles (5.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.2 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 8:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.64 one way or $1.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Paullina and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Mapleside.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Paullina and Mapleside. Straight-line distance: 3.62 mi (5.83 km).
#1 Paullina
City in O'Brien County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 965 |
| Coordinates | 42.9791500, -95.6880700 |
| Altitude | 430 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mapleside
Mapleside is a place in Iowa, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 43.0024800, -95.6239000 |
| Altitude | 444 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mapleside (-95.6239, 43.00248)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 8 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $0.64 | $1.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $0.72 | $1.45 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $0.79 | $1.58 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $0.90 | $1.80 |
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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