How far is Ashland, WI from Duluth, MN?
The driving distance from Ashland, WI to Duluth, MN is about 69.5 miles (111.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 59.5 miles (95.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Civil town in Douglas County, Wisconsin
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ashland and Duluth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ashland and Duluth.
-
1
Start on Lake Shore Drive East
97 m · 16 sec · Lake Shore Drive East
-
2
Continue on Lake Shore Drive East
2.4 mi · 6 min · Lake Shore Drive East
-
3
Continue on Major Richard I. Bong Memorial Highway
1.3 mi · 2 min · Major Richard I. Bong Memorial Highway
-
4
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Major Richard I. Bong Memorial Highway
48 m · 9 sec · Major Richard I. Bong Memorial Highway
-
5
Exit the roundabout onto Major Richard I. Bong Memorial Highway
54 mi · 1 hr 15 min · Major Richard I. Bong Memorial Highway
-
6
Continue straight
9.4 mi · 17 min
-
7
Keep slight right to continue on Garfield Avenue, Port Terminal
101 m · 8 sec
-
8
Continue on Garfield Avenue
1.2 mi · 3 min · Garfield Avenue
-
9
Turn right onto West Superior Street
1474 ft · 48 sec · West Superior Street
-
10
At the end of the road, turn left onto West Superior Street
643 ft · 18 sec · West Superior Street
-
11
Continue on West Michigan Street
1042 ft · 28 sec · West Michigan Street
-
12
Take the ramp straight
749 ft · 18 sec
-
13
Merge slight right
805 ft · 10 sec
-
14
Turn right onto West 1st Street
955 ft · 37 sec · West 1st Street
-
15
Turn left onto Priley Drive
27 m · 9 sec · Priley Drive
-
16
Continue on Priley Drive
136 m · 33 sec · Priley Drive
-
17
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Priley Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ashland and Duluth.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Major Richard I. Bong Memorial Highway
Exit the roundabout onto Major Richard I. Bong Memorial Highway
54 mi · 01h 15m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny leaving Ashland and Partly Cloudy near Duluth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ashland to Duluth?
The road trip is about 69.5 miles (111.9 km) and usually takes 01h 46m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Brule is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.7 miles from Ashland and 34.9 miles from Duluth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 59.5 miles (95.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 10 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:58 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.05 one way or $20.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Ashland and Partly Cloudy near Duluth.
Stop Ideas Near Brule
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Brule.
Duluth (Greyhound Station), Minnesota
Duluth (University of Minnesota), Minnesota
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ashland and Duluth. Straight-line distance: 59.43 mi (95.65 km).
#1 Ashland
Civil town in Ashland County, Wisconsin
| Population | 575 |
| Coordinates | 46.5924400, -90.8838000 |
| Altitude | 197 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Duluth
City in Minnesota, United States; county seat of St.
| Population | 2,121 |
| Coordinates | 46.7832700, -92.1065800 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| Country | United States |
End: Duluth (-92.10658, 46.78327)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 112 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.10 | $10.05 | $20.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.75 | $11.63 | $23.27 |
| Premium | $5.29 | $12.97 | $25.94 |
| Diesel | $6.27 | $15.36 | $30.72 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Wisconsin · Nov 06, 2026