How far is Chisago City, MN from Shafer, MN?
The driving distance from Chisago City, MN to Shafer, MN is about 7.8 miles (12.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 7 miles (11.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 19m 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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Widespread Frost then Sunny
Widespread Frost then Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chisago City and Shafer.
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Start on Lake Boulevard
5.4 mi · 6 min · Lake Boulevard
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Lake Boulevard
40 m · 2 sec · Lake Boulevard
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Exit the rotary onto Lake Boulevard
2.1 mi · 2 min · Lake Boulevard
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Turn left onto Redfield Boulevard
1275 ft · 35 sec · Redfield Boulevard
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Turn straight onto Redwing Avenue
148 m · 14 sec · Redwing Avenue
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Turn right onto 303rd Street
15 m · 2 sec · 303rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 303rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chisago City and Shafer.
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.
Lake Boulevard
Start on Lake Boulevard
5.37 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.
Widespread Frost then Sunny leaving Chisago City and Widespread Frost then Sunny near Shafer.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chisago City to Shafer?
The road trip is about 7.8 miles (12.6 km) and usually takes 00h 09m 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?
Center City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.9 miles from Chisago City and 3.9 miles from Shafer.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 7 miles (11.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.8 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 8:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.00 one way or $2.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Sunny around Chisago City and Widespread Frost then Sunny near Shafer.
Stop Ideas Near Center City
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 Center City.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chisago City and Shafer. Straight-line distance: 6.97 mi (11.21 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 Shafer
Township in Chisago County, Minnesota
| Population | 1,130 |
| Coordinates | 45.3869100, -92.7477100 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
End: Shafer (-92.74771, 45.38691)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 13 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $1.00 | $2.00 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $1.10 | $2.20 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $1.23 | $2.46 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $1.36 | $2.72 |
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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