How far is Artichoke, MN from Clinton, MN?
The driving distance from Artichoke, MN to Clinton, MN is about 17.5 miles (28.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14 miles (22.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in Minnesota, USA
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Artichoke and Clinton.
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Start on 350th Street
19 m · 4 sec · 350th Street
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Turn right onto County Road 25
1.4 km · 1 min · County Road 25
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Continue on County Highway 13
3 mi · 5 min · County Highway 13
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Turn left onto 310th Street
4 mi · 10 min · 310th Street
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Continue on County Highway 6
9.4 mi · 23 min · County Highway 6
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Turn right onto 3rd Street
1454 ft · 27 sec · 3rd Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
10 m · 1 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Artichoke and Clinton.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
County Highway 6
Continue on County Highway 6
9.35 mi · 00h 23m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Artichoke and Sunny near Clinton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Artichoke to Clinton?
The road trip is about 17.5 miles (28.2 km) and usually takes 00h 38m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Johnson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.8 miles from Artichoke and 8.8 miles from Clinton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14 miles (22.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.21 one way or $4.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Artichoke and Sunny near Clinton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Artichoke and Clinton. Straight-line distance: 14.04 mi (22.59 km).
#1 Artichoke
Unincorporated community in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 75 |
| Coordinates | 45.3991300, -96.1575500 |
| Altitude | 333 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Clinton
City in Big Stone County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,020 |
| Coordinates | 45.4602400, -96.4336700 |
| Altitude | 351 |
| Country | United States |
End: Clinton (-96.43367, 45.46024)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 28 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $2.21 | $4.43 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $2.43 | $4.86 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $2.72 | $5.45 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $3.02 | $6.03 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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