How far is Clinton, MN from Odessa, MN?
The driving distance from Clinton, MN to Odessa, MN is about 18 miles (28.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.8 miles (23.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 42m 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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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton and Odessa.
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Start on Main Street
10 m · 7 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto 3rd Street
16.8 mi · 25 min · 3rd Street
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Turn right onto County Highway 19
2650 ft · 1 min · County Highway 19
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Turn left onto County Highway 28
2419 ft · 1 min · County Highway 28
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Avenue
694 ft · 31 sec · Main Avenue
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Turn left onto 2nd Street
38 m · 5 sec · 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Clinton and Odessa.
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.
3rd Street
Turn left onto 3rd Street
16.8 mi · 00h 25m
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 Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Odessa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clinton to Odessa?
The road trip is about 18 miles (28.9 km) and usually takes 00h 21m 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 8.9 miles from Clinton and 9 miles from Odessa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.8 miles (23.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.2 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 $2.25 one way or $4.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Clinton and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Odessa.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clinton and Odessa. Straight-line distance: 14.76 mi (23.75 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 Odessa
City in Minnesota
| Population | 128 |
| Coordinates | 45.2596900, -96.3289400 |
| Altitude | 293 |
| Country | United States |
End: 2nd Street (-96.328939, 45.259845)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 29 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 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 | $2.25 | $4.50 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $2.47 | $4.94 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $2.77 | $5.53 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $3.06 | $6.13 |
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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