Origin
New Bristol Location, MI
Afternoon in New Bristol Location on Wednesday
Local time
3:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Bristol Location, MI to Iron River, MI
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
26m
Distance
17.4 mi
28 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
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6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Bristol Location, MI
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Iron River, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from New Bristol Location, MI to Iron River, MI covers 17.4 miles and takes about 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 2, Lind Road, US 141 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.5 miles on US 2. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.72 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
8.7 miles from New Bristol Location, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 26m highway drive covering 17.4 miles, with most of the trip on US 2 and Lind Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 14.5 miles on US 2.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 2 is the longest continuous segment at about 14.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 2 and Lind Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Lind Road.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 26m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (Lind Road): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (US 141): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (US 2): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.5 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Lind Road
Turn right onto Lind Road
Navigation decision point
4
2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
US 141
Turn right onto US 141
Navigation decision point
5
2.9 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
US 2
Turn right onto US 2
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
17.4 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
North 4th Avenue
Turn right onto North 4th Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
17.4 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 2 | 14.5 mi | 17m |
| Lind Road | 1.5 mi | 5m |
| US 141 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| New Bristol Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North 4th Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 2
— 14.5 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Bristol Location, MI and Iron River, MI.
1
Start on New Bristol Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
New Bristol Road
2
Turn right onto Lind Road
1.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Lind Road
3
Turn right onto US 141
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 141
4
Turn right onto US 2
14 mi
·
17 min
·
US 2
Use the right lane.
5
Turn right onto North 4th Avenue
164 ft
·
6 sec
·
North 4th Avenue
6
Turn right
55 ft
·
4 sec
7
Arrive at 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 8.7 miles from New Bristol Location, MI, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.5 miles.
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 17 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.7 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Iron River, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving New Bristol Location, MI.
Day 1
Settle into the route from New Bristol Location, MI
This is one driving day of about 17.4 miles and 26m.
At 17.4 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on US 2 for about 14.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.7 mi from New Bristol Location, MI · 15m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.7 miles from New Bristol Location, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Iron River, MI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Iron River, MI 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
$2.72 one way
$5.44 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.99 | $5.97 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.35 | $6.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.84 | $7.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.83 | $0.84 |
| Efficient EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.52 | $0.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7 | 0 | $2.44 | $1.11 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Iron River, MI
Afternoon in Iron River on Wednesday
Local time
3:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
45°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
21 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
26m 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 New Bristol Location, MI to Iron River, MI covers 17.4 miles and takes about 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 2, Lind Road, US 141. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.7 miles from New Bristol Location, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.72 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.
This is a straightforward 26m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (Lind Road): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (US 141): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (US 2): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from New Bristol Location, MI to Iron River, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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