How far is Cushing, MN from Buckman, MN?
The driving distance from Cushing, MN to Buckman, MN is about 34.1 miles (54.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.6 miles (46 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 30m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Morrison County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cushing and Buckman.
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Start on Beaver Road
9 m · 5 sec · Beaver Road
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Turn right onto Bear Road
57 m · 12 sec · Bear Road
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Turn left onto Bison Road
839 ft · 25 sec · Bison Road
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Turn left
16.5 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 27: Pierz, Little Falls
1992 ft · 55 sec
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Turn left onto 1st Avenue Northeast
11 mi · 16 min · 1st Avenue Northeast
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Turn right onto 260th Avenue
1 km · 2 min · 260th Avenue
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Turn right
5.3 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto 93rd Street
26 m · 2 sec · 93rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 93rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cushing and Buckman.
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.
Longest stretch
Turn left
16.5 mi · 00h 19m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Cushing and Chance Rain Showers near Buckman.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cushing to Buckman?
The road trip is about 34.1 miles (54.8 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?
Little Falls is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17 miles from Cushing and 17 miles from Buckman.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.6 miles (46 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.5 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 7:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.28 one way or $8.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Cushing and Chance Rain Showers near Buckman.
Stop Ideas Near Little Falls
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 Little Falls.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cushing and Buckman. Straight-line distance: 28.6 mi (46.03 km).
#1 Cushing
Human settlement in Cushing Township, Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 738 |
| Coordinates | 46.1396900, -94.5769600 |
| Altitude | 386 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Buckman
Township in Morrison County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 746 |
| Coordinates | 45.8974700, -94.0936000 |
| Altitude | 373 |
| Country | United States |
End: Buckman (-94.0936, 45.89747)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 55 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $4.28 | $8.57 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $4.71 | $9.41 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $5.27 | $10.54 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $5.84 | $11.67 |
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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