How far is Holmes City, MN from Osakis, MN?
The driving distance from Holmes City, MN to Osakis, MN is about 22.2 miles (35.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.8 miles (30.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 57m 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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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Douglas County, Minnesota, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Holmes City and Osakis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Holmes City and Osakis.
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Start on County Road 4(W) Southwest
1984 ft · 55 sec · County Road 4(W) Southwest
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Turn right onto Viking Trail
4.8 mi · 7 min · Viking Trail
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Continue on State Highway 27
1.1 km · 1 min · State Highway 27
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward I 94, US 52, MN 27: St. Cloud
12 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto I 94, US 52, MN 27: St. Cloud
13.5 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 27, CR 3: Westport, Osakis
1199 ft · 34 sec
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Turn left
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto 1st Avenue East
1 km · 1 min · 1st Avenue East
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Nokomis Street
130 m · 18 sec · East Nokomis Street
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Turn left onto Central Avenue
11 m · 2 sec · Central Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Central Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Holmes City and Osakis.
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 94
Exit the roundabout onto I 94, US 52, MN 27: St. Cloud
13.5 mi · 00h 15m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Holmes City and Chance Rain Showers near Osakis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Holmes City to Osakis?
The road trip is about 22.2 miles (35.8 km) and usually takes 00h 28m 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?
Forada is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.1 miles from Holmes City and 11.2 miles from Osakis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.8 miles (30.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.4 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 7:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.78 one way or $5.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Holmes City and Chance Rain Showers near Osakis.
Stop Ideas Near Forada
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 Forada.
Staples
St. Cloud
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Holmes City and Osakis. Straight-line distance: 18.86 mi (30.35 km).
#1 Holmes City
Township in Douglas County, Minnesota
| Population | 839 |
| Coordinates | 45.8335700, -95.5411500 |
| Altitude | 422 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Osakis
City in Douglas and Todd counties in the U.
| Population | 149 |
| Coordinates | 45.8669100, -95.1522500 |
| Altitude | 413 |
| Country | United States |
End: Osakis (-95.15225, 45.86691)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 36 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
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 | $2.78 | $5.57 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $3.06 | $6.12 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $3.43 | $6.85 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $3.79 | $7.59 |
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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