How far is Elmdale, MN from Buckman, MN?
The driving distance from Elmdale, MN to Buckman, MN is about 24.5 miles (39.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.7 miles (31.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 22m 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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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elmdale and Buckman.
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Start on State Highway 238
4 mi · 7 min · State Highway 238
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Turn right onto 120th Avenue
2658 ft · 1 min · 120th Avenue
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Turn left onto Nature Road
5.4 mi · 12 min · Nature Road
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Continue on West Centre Street
1.3 km · 2 min · West Centre Street
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Continue on Nature Road
9.2 mi · 13 min · Nature Road
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Turn left
4.5 mi · 6 min
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Turn right 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 Elmdale 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.
Nature Road
Continue on Nature Road
9.21 mi · 00h 13m
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.
Patchy Fog leaving Elmdale 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 Elmdale to Buckman?
The road trip is about 24.5 miles (39.4 km) and usually takes 00h 41m 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?
Royalton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.2 miles from Elmdale and 12.2 miles from Buckman.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.7 miles (31.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.8 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 7:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.07 one way or $6.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog around Elmdale and Chance Rain Showers near Buckman.
Stop Ideas Near Royalton
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 Elmdale and Buckman. Straight-line distance: 19.7 mi (31.7 km).
#1 Elmdale
Township in Morrison County, Minnesota
| Population | 1,021 |
| Coordinates | 45.8333000, -94.4925100 |
| Altitude | 356 |
| 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: 39 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $3.07 | $6.14 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $3.37 | $6.74 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $3.78 | $7.55 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $4.18 | $8.37 |
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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