How far is Chisago City, MN from North Branch, MN?
The driving distance from Chisago City, MN to North Branch, MN is about 12.7 miles (20.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.5 miles (16.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 41m 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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Chance Rain And Snow Showers
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chisago City and North Branch.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chisago City and North Branch.
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Start on Lake Boulevard
16 m · 2 sec · Lake Boulevard
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Turn left onto Lofton Avenue
3.3 mi · 6 min · Lofton Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Lincoln Road
4.7 mi · 6 min · Lincoln Road
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Continue on Lincoln Trail
3.2 mi · 6 min · Lincoln Trail
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Turn right onto Hemingway Avenue
1 km · 1 min · Hemingway Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Saint Croix Trail
65 m · 4 sec · Saint Croix Trail
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Exit the roundabout onto Saint Croix Trail
1507 ft · 30 sec · Saint Croix Trail
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Continue on Main Street
2479 ft · 57 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Forest Boulevard
11 m · 1 sec · Forest Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Forest Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chisago City and North Branch.
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.
Lincoln Road
At the end of the road, turn left onto Lincoln Road
4.69 mi · 00h 06m
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.
Chance Rain And Snow Showers leaving Chisago City and Partly Sunny near North Branch.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chisago City to North Branch?
The road trip is about 12.7 miles (20.4 km) and usually takes 00h 20m 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?
Branch is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.3 miles from Chisago City and 6.3 miles from North Branch.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10.5 miles (16.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.2 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 7:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.61 one way or $3.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow Showers around Chisago City and Partly Sunny near North Branch.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chisago City and North Branch. Straight-line distance: 10.48 mi (16.86 km).
#1 Chisago City
City in Chisago County, Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 5,224 |
| Coordinates | 45.3735800, -92.8899400 |
| Altitude | 282 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Branch
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,875 |
| Coordinates | 45.5113500, -92.9802200 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Branch (-92.98022, 45.51135)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 20 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $1.61 | $3.21 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $1.76 | $3.53 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $1.98 | $3.95 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $2.19 | $4.38 |
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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