How far is Sioux Center, IA from Maurice, IA?
The driving distance from Sioux Center, IA to Maurice, IA is about 8.1 miles (13.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 7.8 miles (12.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 23m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 11m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sioux Center and Maurice.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sioux Center and Maurice.
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Start on North Main Avenue
7.8 mi · 12 min · North Main Avenue
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Turn right onto 4th Street
1224 ft · 39 sec · 4th Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
115 m · 19 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto 3rd Street
52 m · 7 sec · 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sioux Center and Maurice.
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.
North Main Avenue
Start on North Main Avenue
7.77 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.
Rain Showers leaving Sioux Center and Chance Rain Showers near Maurice.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sioux Center to Maurice?
The road trip is about 8.1 miles (13.1 km) and usually takes 00h 11m 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?
Orange City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4 miles from Sioux Center and 4 miles from Maurice.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 7.8 miles (12.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.3 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 8:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.22 one way or $2.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Sioux Center and Chance Rain Showers near Maurice.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sioux Center and Maurice. Straight-line distance: 7.84 mi (12.61 km).
#1 Sioux Center
City in Sioux County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 7,665 |
| Coordinates | 43.0797100, -96.1755800 |
| Altitude | 446 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Maurice
Human settlement in Sioux County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 270 |
| Coordinates | 42.9663800, -96.1805800 |
| Altitude | 403 |
| Country | United States |
End: 3rd Street (-96.180581, 42.966648)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 13 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 06m |
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 | $1.22 | $2.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.47 | $1.30 | $2.59 |
| Premium | $5.10 | $1.48 | $2.96 |
| Diesel | $6.07 | $1.76 | $3.52 |
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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