How far is Clinton, MN from Foster, MN?
The driving distance from Clinton, MN to Foster, MN is about 18.3 miles (29.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 12.1 miles (19.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 51m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 25m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clinton and Foster.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton and Foster.
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Start on Main Street
10 m · 7 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto 3rd Street
5.3 mi · 8 min · 3rd Street
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Turn right onto County Road 38
2.2 mi · 5 min · County Road 38
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Keep slight right to continue on County Road 38
1.1 mi · 3 min · County Road 38
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At the end of the road, turn right
9.4 mi · 17 min
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Turn left onto Mallard Point
1362 ft · 60 sec · Mallard Point
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Keep slight left to continue on Mallard Point
60 m · 9 sec · Mallard Point
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mallard Point
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Clinton and Foster.
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.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn right
9.41 mi · 00h 17m
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.
Sunny leaving Clinton and Sunny near Foster.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clinton to Foster?
The road trip is about 18.3 miles (29.4 km) and usually takes 00h 25m 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?
Ortonville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.1 miles from Clinton and 9.1 miles from Foster.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 12.1 miles (19.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.2 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 7:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.28 one way or $4.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Clinton and Sunny near Foster.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clinton and Foster. Straight-line distance: 12.13 mi (19.52 km).
#1 Clinton
City in Big Stone County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,020 |
| Coordinates | 45.4602400, -96.4336700 |
| Altitude | 351 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Foster
City in United States of America
| Population | 227 |
| Coordinates | 45.4163500, -96.6759000 |
| Altitude | 304 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mallard Point (-96.675896, 45.416271)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 29 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $2.28 | $4.57 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $2.51 | $5.02 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $2.81 | $5.62 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $3.11 | $6.23 |
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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