How far is Hopper, MN from Ely, MN?
The driving distance from Hopper, MN to Ely, MN is about 49.9 miles (80.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.9 miles (69 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 49m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 54m.
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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Snow
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hopper and Ely.
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Start on Mud Lake Road
2722 ft · 55 sec · Mud Lake Road
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Continue on McInnes Road
771 ft · 20 sec · McInnes Road
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Turn right
1.6 km · 2 min
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Turn left onto US 53 North
1543 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left
4.3 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 169: Ely
2825 ft · 44 sec
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Continue on State Highway 169
14.4 mi · 20 min · State Highway 169
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Continue on Highway 169
28.6 mi · 40 min · Highway 169
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Sheridan Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hopper and Ely.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Highway 169
Continue on Highway 169
28.6 mi · 00h 40m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Hopper and Chance Light Snow near Ely.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hopper to Ely?
The road trip is about 49.9 miles (80.3 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Tower is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.9 miles from Hopper and 25 miles from Ely.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.9 miles (69 km), while the road route adds roughly 7 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 4:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.28 one way or $12.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Hopper and Chance Light Snow near Ely.
Stop Ideas Near Tower
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 Tower.
Duluth (University of Minnesota), Minnesota
Duluth (Greyhound Station), Minnesota
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hopper and Ely. Straight-line distance: 42.9 mi (69.04 km).
#1 Hopper
Hopper is a place in Minnesota, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 47.5099300, -92.5810200 |
| Altitude | 437 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ely
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 3,325 |
| Coordinates | 47.9032400, -91.8670900 |
| Altitude | 436 |
| Country | United States |
End: MN 1 (-91.86709, 47.903279)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 80 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 37m |
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 | $6.28 | $12.56 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $6.90 | $13.80 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $7.73 | $15.46 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $8.56 | $17.12 |
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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