How far is Sheldon, IA from Mason City, IA?
The driving distance from Sheldon, IA to Mason City, IA is about 141.7 miles (228 km), with a travel time of about 02h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 133.8 miles (215.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 46m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 53m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Palo Alto County, Iowa, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sheldon and Mason City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sheldon and Mason City.
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Start on 9th Street
8 m · 2 sec · 9th Street
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Turn right onto 2nd Avenue
1797 ft · 54 sec · 2nd Avenue
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Turn right onto Park Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Park Street
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Continue on 320th Street
8.5 mi · 12 min · 320th Street
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Continue on US-18
1 km · 1 min · US-18
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Continue on 320th Street
21.3 mi · 30 min · 320th Street
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Turn right onto 180th Avenue
2.8 mi · 4 min · 180th Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto County Road B24
1 mi · 1 min · County Road B24
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Continue on West 4th Street
1 mi · 1 min · West 4th Street
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Turn right onto 32nd Avenue West
1341 ft · 25 sec · 32nd Avenue West
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Continue on 200th Avenue
1.5 km · 1 min · 200th Avenue
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Turn left onto 360th Street
1.6 mi · 2 min · 360th Street
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Continue on 11th Street Southwest
2.5 mi · 4 min · 11th Street Southwest
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Continue on 360th Street
20.8 mi · 31 min · 360th Street
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Continue on 450th Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · 450th Avenue
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Continue on Main Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Continue on 370th Street
5.9 mi · 9 min · 370th Street
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Keep slight right to continue on 525th Avenue
1.7 mi · 3 min · 525th Avenue
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Turn left onto US Highway 18
65.6 mi · 1 hr 32 min · US Highway 18
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Continue on 4th Street Southwest
2 mi · 4 min · 4th Street Southwest
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Turn left onto Winnebago Way
2404 ft · 1 min · Winnebago Way
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Continue on 1st Street Northwest
1.2 mi · 2 min · 1st Street Northwest
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Turn left onto North Federal Avenue
100 m · 16 sec · North Federal Avenue
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Turn right onto 2nd Street Northeast
7 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street Northeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street Northeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sheldon and Mason City.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
US Highway 18
Turn left onto US Highway 18
65.6 mi · 01h 32m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sheldon to Mason City?
The road trip is about 141.7 miles (228 km) and usually takes 02h 53m 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?
Cylinder is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70.8 miles from Sheldon and 70.8 miles from Mason City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 133.8 miles (215.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.9 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 12:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.03 one way or $42.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sheldon and Mason City. Straight-line distance: 133.81 mi (215.34 km).
#1 Sheldon
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 5,071 |
| Coordinates | 43.1810900, -95.8561300 |
| Altitude | 435 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mason City
City in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa
| Population | 26,931 |
| Coordinates | 43.1535700, -93.2010400 |
| Altitude | 344 |
| Country | United States |
End: 2nd Street Northeast (-93.201041, 43.153613)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 228 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 46m |
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 | $4.21 | $21.03 | $42.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.47 | $22.37 | $44.74 |
| Premium | $5.10 | $25.51 | $51.01 |
| Diesel | $6.07 | $30.35 | $60.71 |
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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