How far is Crookston, MN from Girard, MN?
The driving distance from Crookston, MN to Girard, MN is about 5.2 miles (8.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 4.4 miles (7.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 14m 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 Girard.
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Start on West Robert Street
14 m · 6 sec · West Robert Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1542 ft · 42 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto Old Highway 75
1.6 km · 2 min · Old Highway 75
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Continue straight
3.8 mi · 6 min
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Turn sharp right onto County Road 217
62 m · 9 sec · County Road 217
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 217
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Crookston and Girard.
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.
Old Highway 75
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3.83 mi · 00h 06m
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 Girard.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Crookston to Girard?
The road trip is about 5.2 miles (8.3 km) and usually takes 00h 07m 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?
Ross is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.5 miles from Crookston and 2.5 miles from Girard.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 4.4 miles (7.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.8 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 8:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.64 one way or $1.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Crookston and Sunny near Girard.
Stop Ideas Near Ross
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 Girard. Straight-line distance: 4.4 mi (7.08 km).
#1 Crookston
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 419 |
| Coordinates | 47.7741400, -96.6081200 |
| Altitude | 267 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Girard
Township in Otter Tail County, Minnesota
| Population | 732 |
| Coordinates | 47.7285800, -96.6742400 |
| Altitude | 265 |
| Country | United States |
End: County Road 217 (-96.674699, 47.728574)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 8 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $0.64 | $1.28 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $0.71 | $1.41 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $0.79 | $1.58 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $0.88 | $1.75 |
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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