How far is Crookston, MN from Erskine, MN?
The driving distance from Crookston, MN to Erskine, MN is about 30.3 miles (48.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.8 miles (46.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 58m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Polk County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crookston and Erskine.
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Start on West Robert Street
30.2 mi · 35 min · West Robert Street
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Turn right onto Vance Avenue
620 ft · 22 sec · Vance Avenue
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Turn left onto 1st Street South
19 m · 3 sec · 1st Street South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 1st Street South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Crookston and Erskine.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Robert Street
Start on West Robert Street
30.2 mi · 00h 35m
Route Summary
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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 Crookston and Mostly Sunny near Erskine.
Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from Crookston to Erskine?
The road trip is about 30.3 miles (48.8 km) and usually takes 00h 29m 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?
Gentilly is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.2 miles from Crookston and 15.2 miles from Erskine.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.8 miles (46.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.5 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 7:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.82 one way or $7.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Crookston and Mostly Sunny near Erskine.
Stop Ideas Near Gentilly
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Crookston and Erskine. Straight-line distance: 28.76 mi (46.29 km).
#1 Crookston
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 419 |
| Coordinates | 47.7741400, -96.6081200 |
| Altitude | 267 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Erskine
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 467 |
| Coordinates | 47.6674600, -96.0100400 |
| Altitude | 363 |
| Country | United States |
End: 1st Street South (-96.010146, 47.667334)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 49 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.57 | $3.82 | $7.64 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $4.20 | $8.39 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $4.70 | $9.40 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $5.20 | $10.41 |
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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