Albert Lea to Mason City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Albert Lea from Mason City?

The distance from Albert Lea to Mason City is 35.2 miles (56.6 km) as the crow flies. Mason City is located SSE of Albert Lea. By car, the driving distance is approximately 45.7 miles, taking about 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United States — Albert Lea in Minnesota and Mason City in Iowa.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albert Lea and Mason City. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.