How far is Ball Bluff, MN from McGrath, MN?
The driving distance from Ball Bluff, MN to McGrath, MN is about 53 miles (85.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 49.4 miles (79.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 07m.
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.
City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ball Bluff and McGrath.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ball Bluff and McGrath.
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Start on 650th Lane
14 m · 9 sec · 650th Lane
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Turn left onto State Highway 65
25.7 mi · 33 min · State Highway 65
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Turn left onto West Highway 210
1.1 mi · 2 min · West Highway 210
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Take the exit slight right toward State Highway 65
26.2 mi · 33 min · State Highway 65
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Turn left onto South 1st Street
14 m · 2 sec · South 1st Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 1st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ball Bluff and McGrath.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 65
Take the exit slight right toward State Highway 65
26.2 mi · 00h 33m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Ball Bluff and Mostly Cloudy near McGrath.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ball Bluff to McGrath?
The road trip is about 53 miles (85.3 km) and usually takes 01h 07m 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?
McGregor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.5 miles from Ball Bluff and 26.5 miles from McGrath.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 49.4 miles (79.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.6 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 4:14 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.58 one way or $15.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Ball Bluff and Mostly Cloudy near McGrath.
Stop Ideas Near McGregor
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 McGregor.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ball Bluff and McGrath. Straight-line distance: 49.38 mi (79.47 km).
#1 Ball Bluff
Township in Aitkin County, Minnesota
| Population | 276 |
| Coordinates | 46.9546700, -93.2732700 |
| Altitude | 381 |
| Country | United States |
#2 McGrath
Human settlement in Aitkin County, Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 73 |
| Coordinates | 46.2399500, -93.2724500 |
| Altitude | 381 |
| Country | United States |
End: McGrath (-93.27245, 46.23995)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 85 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.06 | $7.58 | $15.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.53 | $8.46 | $16.93 |
| Premium | $5.07 | $9.47 | $18.95 |
| Diesel | $6.15 | $11.50 | $23.00 |
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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