How far is Harris, MN from North Branch, MN?
The driving distance from Harris, MN to North Branch, MN is about 6.7 miles (10.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 5.2 miles (8.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 20m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 10m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Scott County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Harris and North Branch.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harris and North Branch.
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Start on Forest Boulevard
1394 ft · 40 sec · Forest Boulevard
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Turn right onto Stark Road
1 mi · 3 min · Stark Road
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Take the ramp left toward I 35 South: Saint Paul, Minneapolis
1144 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 95: North Branch, Cambridge
1235 ft · 32 sec
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Turn left
1962 ft · 60 sec
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Continue on Main Street
1853 ft · 41 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Forest Boulevard
11 m · 1 sec · Forest Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Forest Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Harris and North Branch.
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.
I 35 South
Merge slight left
4.24 mi · 00h 05m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Harris and Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near North Branch.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Harris to North Branch?
The road trip is about 6.7 miles (10.8 km) and usually takes 00h 10m 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?
Spring Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.4 miles from Harris and 3.4 miles from North Branch.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5.2 miles (8.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.5 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 8:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.86 one way or $1.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Harris and Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near North Branch.
Stop Ideas Near Spring Lake
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 Spring Lake.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Harris and North Branch. Straight-line distance: 5.19 mi (8.35 km).
#1 Harris
City in Chisago County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 3,247 |
| Coordinates | 45.5863500, -92.9746600 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Branch
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,875 |
| Coordinates | 45.5113500, -92.9802200 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Branch (-92.98022, 45.51135)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 11 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $0.86 | $1.71 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $0.94 | $1.88 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $1.05 | $2.11 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $1.17 | $2.33 |
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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