How far is Hermantown, MN from Melrude, MN?
The driving distance from Hermantown, MN to Melrude, MN is about 40.3 miles (64.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.4 miles (50.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 57m 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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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Beltrami County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Snow
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hermantown and Melrude.
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Start on Ugstad Road
2.1 mi · 5 min · Ugstad Road
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Turn left onto Miller Trunk Highway
34.7 mi · 40 min · Miller Trunk Highway
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Turn right onto West Melrude Road
3.5 mi · 13 min · West Melrude Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Melrude Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hermantown and Melrude.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Miller Trunk Highway
Turn left onto Miller Trunk Highway
34.7 mi · 00h 40m
Route Summary
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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 Hermantown and Mostly Cloudy near Melrude.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hermantown to Melrude?
The road trip is about 40.3 miles (64.8 km) and usually takes 00h 58m 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?
Birch is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.1 miles from Hermantown and 20.1 miles from Melrude.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.4 miles (50.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.9 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 4:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.07 one way or $10.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Snow around Hermantown and Mostly Cloudy near Melrude.
Stop Ideas Near Birch
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 Hermantown and Melrude. Straight-line distance: 31.45 mi (50.62 km).
#1 Hermantown
City in St.
| Population | 9,504 |
| Coordinates | 46.8068900, -92.2382500 |
| Altitude | 415 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Melrude
Melrude is a place in Minnesota, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 47.2454900, -92.4171300 |
| Altitude | 410 |
| Country | United States |
End: Melrude (-92.41713, 47.24549)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 65 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 30m |
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 | $5.07 | $10.14 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $5.57 | $11.14 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $6.24 | $12.47 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $6.91 | $13.81 |
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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