How far is Thirty, IA from Moulton, IA?
The driving distance from Thirty, IA to Moulton, IA is about 15.8 miles (25.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10 miles (16.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This is an easy same-day return drive. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This is an easy same-day return drive.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 20m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Appanoose County, Iowa
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Thirty and Moulton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Thirty and Moulton.
-
1
Start on the route
2.5 mi · 4 min
-
2
Turn right onto East Maple Street
2748 ft · 46 sec · East Maple Street
-
3
Continue on State Highway 2
10.1 mi · 15 min · State Highway 2
-
4
Continue on State Highway 202
2.3 mi · 3 min · State Highway 202
-
5
Continue on North Main Street
2517 ft · 45 sec · North Main Street
-
6
Turn right onto West 5th Street
19 m · 3 sec · West 5th Street
-
7
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 5th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Thirty and Moulton.
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.
State Highway 2
Continue on State Highway 2
10.1 mi · 00h 15m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Thirty and Mostly Sunny near Moulton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Thirty to Moulton?
The road trip is about 15.8 miles (25.5 km) and usually takes 00h 20m 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?
Udell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.9 miles from Thirty and 8 miles from Moulton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10 miles (16.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:50 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.22 one way or $4.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Thirty and Mostly Sunny near Moulton.
Stop Ideas Near Udell
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 Udell.
Ottumwa station
La Plata
Osceola
Mount Pleasant
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Thirty and Moulton. Straight-line distance: 9.99 mi (16.08 km).
#1 Thirty
Thirty is a place in Iowa, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.6961300, -92.8677000 |
| Altitude | 311 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Moulton
City in Appanoose County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 580 |
| Coordinates | 40.6858500, -92.6774100 |
| Altitude | 302 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 5th Street (-92.67741, 40.685877)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 26 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.97 | $2.22 | $4.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.29 | $2.40 | $4.80 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $2.72 | $5.45 |
| Diesel | $6.03 | $3.38 | $6.76 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Iowa · Nov 05, 2026