How far is Ely, MN from Morgan Park, MN?
The driving distance from Ely, MN to Morgan Park, MN is about 119.1 miles (191.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 85.5 miles (137.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 37m.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Roseau County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ely and Morgan Park.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ely and Morgan Park.
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Start on West Sheridan Street
20.1 mi · 29 min · West Sheridan Street
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Continue on Main Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn straight
21.5 mi · 29 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 53 South: Virginia
3038 ft · 1 min
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Continue on US 53 South: Virginia
1664 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left onto Speaker Irvin N. Anderson Memorial Highway
5.5 mi · 7 min · Speaker Irvin N. Anderson Memorial Highway
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Continue straight
4.6 mi · 7 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
35 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout
48.9 mi · 57 min
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Turn right onto Midway Road
3196 ft · 1 min · Midway Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Midway Road
35 m · 2 sec · Midway Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Midway Road
2.5 mi · 3 min · Midway Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Maple Grove Road
41 m · 3 sec · Midway Road
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Exit the rotary onto Midway Road
7.4 mi · 10 min · Midway Road
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Continue on County Highway 13
143 m · 9 sec · County Highway 13
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Continue on Becks Road
3.8 mi · 6 min · Becks Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Commonwealth Avenue
2960 ft · 59 sec · Commonwealth Avenue
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Turn straight onto Grand Avenue
937 ft · 19 sec · Grand Avenue
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Turn right onto Idaho Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Idaho Street
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Continue on 88th Avenue West
1338 ft · 39 sec · 88th Avenue West
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Turn right onto Falcon Street
46 m · 7 sec · Falcon Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Falcon Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ely and Morgan Park.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Speaker Irvin N. Anderson Memorial Highway
Exit the roundabout
48.9 mi · 00h 57m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Light Snow leaving Ely and Partly Sunny near Morgan Park.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ely to Morgan Park?
The road trip is about 119.1 miles (191.6 km) and usually takes 02h 37m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Spruce is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.5 miles from Ely and 59.6 miles from Morgan Park.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 85.5 miles (137.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.99 one way or $29.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Snow around Ely and Partly Sunny near Morgan Park.
Stop Ideas Near Spruce
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 Spruce.
Duluth (University of Minnesota), Minnesota
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ely and Morgan Park. Straight-line distance: 85.47 mi (137.55 km).
#1 Ely
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 3,325 |
| Coordinates | 47.9032400, -91.8670900 |
| Altitude | 436 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Morgan Park
Morgan Park is a place in Minnesota, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 46.6882700, -92.2101900 |
| Altitude | 201 |
| Country | United States |
End: Morgan Park (-92.21019, 46.68827)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 192 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 29m |
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 | $14.99 | $29.98 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $16.47 | $32.94 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $18.45 | $36.89 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $20.43 | $40.86 |
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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