Origin
Correctionville, IA
Afternoon in Correctionville on Thursday
Local time
1:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Correctionville, IA to Sloan, IA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
51m
Distance
35.8 mi
58 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Correctionville, IA to Sloan, IA covers 35.8 miles and takes about 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on George P. Soumas Memorial Highway, North Fox Avenue, State Highway 31 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.5 miles on George P. Soumas Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.60 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 35.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (18%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 51m drive with frequent turns across 35.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
George P. Soumas Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 14.5 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 early in the drive near Driftwood Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Correctionville, IA to Sloan, IA is easy. At 51m with 18% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Driftwood Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (CR D22; L36 / 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.1 miles (IA 141 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Driftwood Street
Turn left onto Driftwood Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR D22; L36 / 1st Street
Turn right onto CR D22; L36 / 1st Street
Navigation decision point
3
20.1 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
IA 141 / West Main Street
Turn right onto IA 141 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
35.5 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
CR K45; K42 / Johnson
Turn right onto CR K45; K42 / Johnson
Navigation decision point
4
35.7 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
Evans Street
Turn right onto Evans Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| George P. Soumas Memorial Highway | 14.5 mi | 19m |
| North Fox Avenue | 12.7 mi | 18m |
| State Highway 31 | 6.4 mi | 8m |
| 160th Street | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Billings Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Johnson | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Driftwood Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
— 14.5 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Correctionville, IA and Sloan, IA.
1
Start on 5th Street
156 ft
·
13 sec
·
5th Street
2
Turn left onto Driftwood Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Driftwood Street
3
Turn right onto CR D22; L36
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
1st Street
4
Continue on CR D22; L36
0.7 mi
·
57 sec
·
160th Street
5
Turn straight onto IA 31
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 31
6
Continue on IA 31
13 mi
·
18 min
·
North Fox Avenue
7
Turn right onto IA 141
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
West Main Street
8
Continue on IA 141
8.2 mi
·
11 min
·
George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
9
Continue on IA 141
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Billings Street
10
Continue on IA 141
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
11
Turn right onto CR K45; K42
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Johnson
12
Turn right onto Evans Street
272 ft
·
12 sec
·
Evans Street
13
Arrive at destination
Evans Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.9 mi from Correctionville, IA · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.9 miles from Correctionville, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sloan, IA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Sloan, IA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.60 one way
$11.19 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.15 | $12.29 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.89 | $13.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.90 | $15.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.76 | $1.72 |
| Efficient EV | 9 | 0 | $3.13 | $1.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Sloan, IA
Afternoon in Sloan on Thursday
Local time
1:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Mapleton, IA
18 mi in
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
51m 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 Correctionville, IA to Sloan, IA covers 35.8 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are George P. Soumas Memorial Highway, North Fox Avenue, State Highway 31. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.9 miles from Correctionville, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.60 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 Correctionville, IA to Sloan, IA is easy. At 51m with 18% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Driftwood Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (CR D22; L36 / 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.1 miles (IA 141 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Correctionville, IA to Sloan, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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