Origin
Calumet, IA
Morning in Calumet on Friday
Local time
10:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Calumet, IA to Mapleside, IA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
11m
Distance
8 mi
13 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 10m
★
6 AM
0h 11m
8 AM
0h 13m
10 AM
0h 12m
12 PM
0h 12m
3 PM
0h 12m
5 PM
0h 13m
8 PM
0h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Calumet, IA
Quang Nguyen Vinh
Mapleside, IA
Alexas Fotos
Trip Overview
This short 8-mile drive from Calumet to Mapleside in Iowa will only take about 11 minutes, making it a perfect addition to any day trip. With a minimal fuel cost estimated at just $1, this journey is budget-friendly. The route primarily uses local roads like 470th Street, Silver Avenue, and Tanager Avenue, offering a distinctly non-highway driving experience. Since it's such a quick trip, you won't need to worry about overnight stays; it's a straightforward local connection within the Midwest region. Plan for a simple, direct transit between these two Iowa communities.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 11m. Total distance: 8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with no highway mileage to speak of. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 4.1 miles along 470th Street. This journey is characterized by frequent turns as you navigate through local roads, suggesting a winding path rather than a straight shot. The road's personality is that of a typical rural Iowa connection, prioritizing local access over high-speed travel. You'll likely experience a steady pace with many opportunities to adjust your direction.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
470th Street is the longest continuous segment at about 4.1 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 59 / Tanager Avenue.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Calumet, IA to Mapleside, IA is easy. At 11m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 59 / Tanager Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (US 59; IA 10 / 470th Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 59 / Tanager Avenue
Turn left onto US 59 / Tanager Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
1.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 59; IA 10 / 470th Street
Turn left onto US 59; IA 10 / 470th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 470th Street | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Silver Avenue | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Tanager Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| West 2nd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 485th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
470th Street
— 4.1 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Calumet, IA and Mapleside, IA.
1
Start on West 2nd Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
West 2nd Street
2
Continue on 485th Street
472 ft
·
18 sec
·
485th Street
3
Turn left onto US 59
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Tanager Avenue
4
Turn left onto US 59; IA 10
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
470th Street
5
Continue on US 59; IA 10
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Silver Avenue
Use the left lane.
6
Arrive at destination
US 59
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.25 one way
$2.50 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.37 | $2.75 |
| premium | $4.89 | $1.54 | $3.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.77 | $3.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.84 | $0.38 |
| Efficient EV | 2 | 0 | $0.70 | $0.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.12 | $0.51 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (67% 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
Mapleside, IA
Morning in Mapleside on Friday
Local time
10:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
11m 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 Calumet, IA to Mapleside, IA covers 8 miles and takes about 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 470th Street, Silver Avenue, Tanager Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4 miles from Calumet, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.25 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 Calumet, IA to Mapleside, IA is easy. At 11m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 59 / Tanager Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (US 59; IA 10 / 470th Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Calumet, IA to Mapleside, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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