Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
16m
Distance
6.6 mi
11 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Caroline, WI
Carla Kroell
Pella, WI
MART PRODUCTION
Caroline, WI to Pella, WI is 6.6 miles and takes about 16m via County Road M/D, with a fuel budget near $1 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Midwest region, specifically within Wisconsin. Expect a straightforward drive mostly on surface roads, making it ideal for a quick connection between these two points. Given its brevity, this route is best suited for a same-day trip, allowing ample time for other activities or simply enjoying the local scenery without a long drive.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| County Road M | 2.9 mi | 7m |
| County Highway M | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| County Road D/M | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| County Road G/M | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| County Road D | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| County Highway G | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Caroline, WI and Pella, WI.
Start on CTH G
Turn left onto CTH G; CTH M
Continue on CTH M
Continue on CTH M
Turn left onto CTH D; CTH M
At end of road, turn left onto CTH D
Arrive at destination
3 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 6.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto CTH G; CTH M / County Road G/M
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto CTH D; CTH M / County Road D/M
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto CTH D / County Road D
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$1.10 one way
$2.19 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $1.20 | $2.39 |
| premium | $5.18 | $1.35 | $2.69 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $1.39 | $2.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2 | 0 | $0.69 | $0.32 |
| Efficient EV | 1.7 | 0 | $0.58 | $0.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.92 | $0.42 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Caroline on Wednesday
Local time
4:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in Pella on Wednesday
Local time
4:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This route is entirely on surface roads, with 0% highway travel. You'll spend the entire 16 minutes driving on local routes. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 2.9 miles along County Road M. Be prepared for a rural cruising experience as you navigate these county roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CTH G; CTH M / County Road G/M.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Caroline, WI to Pella, WI is easy. At 16m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CTH G; CTH M / County Road G/M): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles (CTH D; CTH M / County Road D/M): Navigation decision point; at 6.6 miles (CTH D / County Road D): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
135 ft
Total Descent
182 ft
Highest Point
1,003 ft
~2.8 mi in
Elevation Range
147 ft
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 16m. Total distance: 6.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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