How far is Cloquet, MN from Scanlon, MN?
The driving distance from Cloquet, MN to Scanlon, MN is about 2.4 miles (3.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 1.8 miles (2.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 11m 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 05m.
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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City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cloquet and Scanlon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cloquet and Scanlon.
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Start on 4th Street
8 m · 3 sec · 4th Street
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Turn right onto Cloquet Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · Cloquet Avenue
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Continue on Scanlon Way
1.2 mi · 3 min · Scanlon Way
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Turn right onto Washington Avenue
1010 ft · 28 sec · Washington Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Washington Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cloquet and Scanlon.
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.
Scanlon Way
Continue on Scanlon Way
1.16 mi · 00h 03m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Cloquet and Rain Showers Likely near Scanlon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cloquet to Scanlon?
The road trip is about 2.4 miles (3.8 km) and usually takes 00h 05m 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?
Carlton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 1.2 miles from Cloquet and 1.2 miles from Scanlon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 1.8 miles (2.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.6 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 8:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.29 one way or $0.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 0.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Cloquet and Rain Showers Likely near Scanlon.
Stop Ideas Near Carlton
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 Carlton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cloquet and Scanlon. Straight-line distance: 1.8 mi (2.9 km).
#1 Cloquet
City in Carlton County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 12,014 |
| Coordinates | 46.7216100, -92.4593600 |
| Altitude | 368 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Scanlon
City in Carlton County, Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 945 |
| Coordinates | 46.7066100, -92.4282500 |
| Altitude | 368 |
| Country | United States |
End: Scanlon (-92.42825, 46.70661)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 4 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $0.29 | $0.57 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $0.31 | $0.63 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $0.35 | $0.70 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $0.39 | $0.78 |
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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