How far is Crookston, MN from Fosston, MN?
The driving distance from Crookston, MN to Fosston, MN is about 43.9 miles (70.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.1 miles (67.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 25m 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 Crookston and Fosston.
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Start on West Robert Street
44 mi · 51 min · West Robert Street
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Turn left onto South Johnson Avenue
31 m · 3 sec · South Johnson Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Johnson Avenue
Car Route Details
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Straightforward drive
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West Robert Street
Start on West Robert Street
44 mi · 00h 51m
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 Sunny near Fosston.
Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from Crookston to Fosston?
The road trip is about 43.9 miles (70.7 km) and usually takes 00h 42m 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?
Mentor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.9 miles from Crookston and 22 miles from Fosston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.1 miles (67.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.8 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 7:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.53 one way or $11.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Crookston and Sunny near Fosston.
Stop Ideas Near Mentor
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Crookston and Fosston. Straight-line distance: 42.14 mi (67.81 km).
#1 Crookston
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 419 |
| Coordinates | 47.7741400, -96.6081200 |
| Altitude | 267 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fosston
City in Polk County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,442 |
| Coordinates | 47.5763500, -95.7514100 |
| Altitude | 394 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Johnson Avenue (-95.751447, 47.576368)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 71 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $5.53 | $11.06 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $6.08 | $12.16 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $6.81 | $13.62 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $7.54 | $15.08 |
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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