How far is Grand Rapids, MN from Bowstring, MN?
The driving distance from Grand Rapids, MN to Bowstring, MN is about 30 miles (48.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.5 miles (39.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 36m 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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Halfway Point
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Township in Itasca County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grand Rapids and Bowstring.
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Start on Northwest 5th Street
691 ft · 24 sec · Northwest 5th Street
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Turn left onto Northwest 3rd Avenue
116 m · 10 sec · Northwest 3rd Avenue
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Turn right onto Northwest 4th Street
14.4 mi · 20 min · Northwest 4th Street
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Turn right onto Division Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Division Street
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Continue on State Highway 6
14.5 mi · 26 min · State Highway 6
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Turn left onto County Road 133
61 m · 9 sec · County Road 133
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 133
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Grand Rapids and Bowstring.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
State Highway 6
Continue on State Highway 6
14.5 mi · 00h 26m
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.
Patchy Fog leaving Grand Rapids and Slight Chance Light Rain near Bowstring.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Grand Rapids to Bowstring?
The road trip is about 30 miles (48.3 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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?
Deer River is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15 miles from Grand Rapids and 15 miles from Bowstring.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.5 miles (39.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.78 one way or $7.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog around Grand Rapids and Slight Chance Light Rain near Bowstring.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Grand Rapids and Bowstring. Straight-line distance: 24.53 mi (39.48 km).
#1 Grand Rapids
City in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 11,219 |
| Coordinates | 47.2371700, -93.5302100 |
| Altitude | 392 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bowstring
Township in Itasca County, Minnesota
| Population | 229 |
| Coordinates | 47.5430000, -93.7966000 |
| Altitude | 410 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bowstring (-93.7966, 47.543)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 48 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
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 | $3.78 | $7.57 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $4.16 | $8.31 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $4.66 | $9.31 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $5.16 | $10.31 |
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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