How far is Bruno, MN from Sturgeon Lake, MN?
The driving distance from Bruno, MN to Sturgeon Lake, MN is about 15.2 miles (24.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.4 miles (16.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 38m 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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City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Light Rain Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bruno and Sturgeon Lake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bruno and Sturgeon Lake.
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Start on Main Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on County Highway 43
9.1 mi · 22 min · County Highway 43
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Turn left
1.1 km · 2 min
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Turn right onto County Highway 61
4.1 mi · 6 min · County Highway 61
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Continue on County Hwy 61 (Old US Hwy 61)
2191 ft · 38 sec · County Hwy 61 (Old US Hwy 61)
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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 Bruno and Sturgeon Lake.
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 43
Continue on County Highway 43
9.15 mi · 00h 22m
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.
Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Bruno and Light Rain Likely near Sturgeon Lake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bruno to Sturgeon Lake?
The road trip is about 15.2 miles (24.4 km) and usually takes 00h 19m 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?
Willow River is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.6 miles from Bruno and 7.6 miles from Sturgeon Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10.4 miles (16.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.8 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 7:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.89 one way or $3.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Bruno and Light Rain Likely near Sturgeon Lake.
Stop Ideas Near Willow River
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 Willow River.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bruno and Sturgeon Lake. Straight-line distance: 10.37 mi (16.69 km).
#1 Bruno
City in Pine County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 179 |
| Coordinates | 46.2791100, -92.6643600 |
| Altitude | 351 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sturgeon Lake
Township in Pine County, Minnesota
| Population | 478 |
| Coordinates | 46.3810600, -92.8238100 |
| Altitude | 327 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-92.823548, 46.380887)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 24 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
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 | $1.89 | $3.78 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $2.08 | $4.16 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $2.33 | $4.66 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $2.58 | $5.16 |
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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