Austin, Minnesota to Mason City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Austin, Minnesota from Mason City?

The distance from Austin, Minnesota to Mason City is 37.2 miles (59.9 km) as the crow flies. Mason City is located SSW of Austin, Minnesota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 48.4 miles, taking about 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United States — Austin, Minnesota in Minnesota and Mason City in Iowa.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Austin, Minnesota 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.