How far is Bowstring, MN from Grand Rapids, MN?
The driving distance from Bowstring, MN to Grand Rapids, MN is about 30 miles (48.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.5 miles (39.5 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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Township in Itasca County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Light Rain
Patchy Fog
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bowstring and Grand Rapids.
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Start on County Road 133
61 m · 11 sec · County Road 133
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Turn right onto State Highway 6
14.5 mi · 25 min · State Highway 6
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Continue on Division Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Division Street
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Turn left onto Main Avenue
14.4 mi · 21 min · Main Avenue
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Turn left onto Northwest 3rd Avenue
116 m · 10 sec · Northwest 3rd Avenue
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Turn right onto Northwest 5th Street
691 ft · 19 sec · Northwest 5th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Northwest 5th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bowstring and Grand Rapids.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
State Highway 6
Turn right onto State Highway 6
14.5 mi · 00h 25m
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.
Slight Chance Light Rain leaving Bowstring and Patchy Fog near Grand Rapids.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bowstring to Grand Rapids?
The road trip is about 30 miles (48.3 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?
Deer River is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15 miles from Bowstring and 15 miles from Grand Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.5 miles (39.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.5 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 $3.78 one way or $7.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Light Rain around Bowstring and Patchy Fog near Grand Rapids.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bowstring and Grand Rapids. Straight-line distance: 24.53 mi (39.48 km).
#1 Bowstring
Township in Itasca County, Minnesota
| Population | 229 |
| Coordinates | 47.5430000, -93.7966000 |
| Altitude | 410 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Grand Rapids
City in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 11,219 |
| Coordinates | 47.2371700, -93.5302100 |
| Altitude | 392 |
| Country | United States |
End: Northwest 5th Street (-93.530209, 47.23698)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 48 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
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 | $3.57 | $3.78 | $7.57 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $4.16 | $8.31 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $4.66 | $9.31 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $5.16 | $10.31 |
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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