Origin
Bondurant, IA
Evening in Bondurant on Wednesday
Local time
8:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bondurant, IA to Mason City, IA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 52m
Distance
117.1 mi
188 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 44m
★
6 AM
1h 52m
8 AM
2h 9m
10 AM
1h 58m
12 PM
1h 56m
3 PM
1h 59m
5 PM
2h 8m
8 PM
1h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bondurant, IA
Ron Lach
Mason City, IA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bondurant, IA to Mason City, IA covers 117.1 miles and takes about 1h 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Grant Street South, Northeast 72nd Street, Northeast 94th Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.31 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
58.6 miles from Bondurant, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 52m drive with frequent turns across 117.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Grant Street South is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bondurant, IA to Mason City, IA is easy. At 1h 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bondurant, IA to Mason City, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Grant Street South | — | — |
| Northeast 72nd Street | — | — |
| Northeast 94th Avenue | — | — |
| East 1st Street | — | — |
| US 18 East | — | — |
| Airport | — | — |
| Mallard Avenue | — | — |
| South Eisenhower Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Grant Street South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bondurant, IA and Mason City, IA.
1
Start on 1st Street Southeast
299 ft
·
15 sec
·
1st Street Southeast
2
Turn right onto Grant Street South
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Grant Street South
3
Continue on Northeast 72nd Street
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast 72nd Street
4
Turn left onto Northeast 94th Avenue
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Northeast 94th Avenue
5
Continue on East 1st Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
East 1st Street
6
Take the ramp slight right
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
7
Merge slight left
97 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 18 East, IA 27 South: Mason City, Charles City
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 18 East, IA 27 South: Mason City, Charles City
9
Merge slight left
3.6 mi
·
4 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward Airport
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Airport
11
Turn left onto Mallard Avenue
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Mallard Avenue
12
Continue on South Eisenhower Avenue
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
South Eisenhower Avenue
13
Turn right onto 19th Street Southwest
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
19th Street Southwest
14
Turn left onto South Monroe Avenue
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Monroe Avenue
15
Turn right onto 1st Street Northwest
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
1st Street Northwest
16
Turn left onto North Federal Avenue
328 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Federal Avenue
17
Turn right onto 2nd Street Northeast
23 ft
·
1 sec
·
2nd Street Northeast
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 58.6 miles from Bondurant, IA, or about 56m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 26 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.6 miles or 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mason City, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Bondurant, IA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bondurant, IA
This is one driving day of about 117.1 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Bondurant, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58.6 mi from Bondurant, IA · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 58.6 miles from Bondurant, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Mason City, IA
The final approach into Mason City, IA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.31 one way
$36.61 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.10 | $40.20 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.53 | $45.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.85 | $51.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.1 | 0 | $12.30 | $5.62 |
| Efficient EV | 29.3 | 0 | $10.25 | $4.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.8 | 0 | $16.39 | $7.49 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Mason City, IA
Evening in Mason City on Wednesday
Local time
8:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 52m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bondurant, IA to Mason City, IA covers 117.1 miles and takes about 1h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Grant Street South, Northeast 72nd Street, Northeast 94th Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 58.6 miles from Bondurant, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.31 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Bondurant, IA to Mason City, IA is easy. At 1h 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bondurant, IA to Mason City, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bondurant, IA to Mason City, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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