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Distance from Mercer to Mt Etna

Driving Distance
19.5 mi 31.4 km
Flying Distance
13.0 mi 21.0 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Mercer, Iowa to Mt Etna, Iowa is 19.5 mi (31.4 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 13.0 mi (21.0 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 2 min

The estimated travel time by road is 25 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a northwest direction. Average speeds around 45 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Mercer
State/Province Iowa
Country US
Latitude 40.94332
Longitude -94.649136
GPS 40.94332° N, 94.649136° W
Local Time 10:27 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:


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Place Mt Etna
State/Province Iowa
Country US
Latitude 41.120542
Longitude -94.735253
GPS 41.120542° N, 94.735253° W
Local Time 10:27 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Mercer, Iowa to Mt Etna, Iowa covers 19.5 mi (31.4 km) in a northwest direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 25 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (18.8-22.7 miles / 30-36 km). The primary route shown here saves 4 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 45 mph (72 km/h).

Available Routes

US-34 W and IA-148 N
19.5 mi 25 minutes
Shortest
Quince Ave
22.7 mi 28 minutes
IA-148 N
18.8 mi 24 minutes
Fastest

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.