How far is Rhodes, IA from Liscomb, IA?
The driving distance from Rhodes, IA to Liscomb, IA is about 24.8 miles (39.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 20.5 miles (33 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 11m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 35m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Marshal County, Iowa
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rhodes and Liscomb.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rhodes and Liscomb.
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Start on North Main Street
9 m · 7 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East Walnut Street
1.1 km · 1 min · East Walnut Street
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Continue on 295th Street
1.9 mi · 4 min · 295th Street
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Turn left
9.9 mi · 12 min
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Turn left onto Marsh Avenue
5.9 mi · 8 min · Marsh Avenue
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Continue on South Main Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn left
21 m · 5 sec
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Turn left onto 160th Street
2321 ft · 46 sec · 160th Street
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Keep slight right to continue on Marsh Avenue
4.5 mi · 8 min · Marsh Avenue
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Turn slight left onto State Street
1050 ft · 21 sec · State Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rhodes and Liscomb.
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.
Longest stretch
Turn left
9.93 mi · 00h 12m
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.
Chance Rain Showers then Sunny leaving Rhodes and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Liscomb.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rhodes to Liscomb?
The road trip is about 24.8 miles (39.9 km) and usually takes 00h 35m 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?
Marshalltown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.4 miles from Rhodes and 12.4 miles from Liscomb.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 20.5 miles (33 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 7:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.28 one way or $6.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Sunny around Rhodes and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Liscomb.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rhodes and Liscomb. Straight-line distance: 20.53 mi (33.04 km).
#1 Rhodes
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 298 |
| Coordinates | 41.9255400, -93.1863100 |
| Altitude | 311 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Liscomb
Human settlement in Marshall County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 296 |
| Coordinates | 42.1899900, -93.0038100 |
| Altitude | 308 |
| Country | United States |
End: Liscomb (-93.00381, 42.18999)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 40 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.28 | $6.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.70 | $7.40 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.05 | $8.10 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.61 | $9.23 |
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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