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Distance from Mt Lucia to Merrill

Driving Distance
26.4 mi 42.4 km
Flying Distance
16.6 mi 26.7 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Mt Lucia, Iowa to Merrill, Iowa is 26.4 mi (42.4 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 16.6 mi (26.7 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 2 min

The estimated travel time by road is 31 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a northeast direction. Average speeds around 42 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Mt Lucia
State/Province Iowa
Country US
Latitude 42.54055
Longitude -96.464753
GPS 42.54055° N, 96.464753° W
Local Time 6:57 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Merrill
Place Merrill
State/Province Iowa
Country US
Latitude 42.719713
Longitude -96.248636
GPS 42.719713° N, 96.248636° W
Local Time 6:57 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Mt Lucia, Iowa to Merrill, Iowa covers 26.4 mi (42.4 km) in a northeast direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 31 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (24.3-29.7 miles / 39-48 km). The primary route shown here saves 52 seconds compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 42 mph (68 km/h).

Available Routes

IA-12 N, K18 and C44
26.4 mi 31 minutes
Shortest Fastest
IA-12 N
29.7 mi 35 minutes
US-75 N
24.3 mi 34 minutes

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.