How far is Bowstring, MN from Keewatin, MN?
The driving distance from Bowstring, MN to Keewatin, MN is about 51.5 miles (82.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.2 miles (56.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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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 04m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bowstring and Keewatin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bowstring and Keewatin.
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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
14.6 mi · 21 min · Main Avenue
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Continue on Northeast 4th Street
19.8 mi · 28 min · Northeast 4th Street
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Continue straight
6.1 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto 1st Street
2546 ft · 1 min · 1st Street
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Turn right onto Old Hwy 169
821 ft · 23 sec · Old Hwy 169
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Old Hwy 169
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bowstring and Keewatin.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Northeast 4th Street
Continue on Northeast 4th Street
19.8 mi · 00h 28m
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.
Slight Chance Light Rain leaving Bowstring and Patchy Fog near Keewatin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bowstring to Keewatin?
The road trip is about 51.5 miles (82.9 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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?
Grand Rapids is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.2 miles from Bowstring and 23.3 miles from Keewatin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.2 miles (56.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.3 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.50 one way or $12.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Light Rain around Bowstring and Patchy Fog near Keewatin.
Stop Ideas Near Grand Rapids
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 Grand Rapids.
Duluth (Greyhound Station), Minnesota
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bowstring and Keewatin. Straight-line distance: 35.24 mi (56.72 km).
#1 Bowstring
Township in Itasca County, Minnesota
| Population | 229 |
| Coordinates | 47.5430000, -93.7966000 |
| Altitude | 410 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Keewatin
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,010 |
| Coordinates | 47.3996600, -93.0724200 |
| Altitude | 444 |
| Country | United States |
End: Old Hwy 169 (-93.072264, 47.399113)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 83 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $6.50 | $12.99 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $7.14 | $14.27 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $7.99 | $15.99 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $8.85 | $17.70 |
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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