How far is Humboldt Mine, MI from Sands, MI?
The driving distance from Humboldt Mine, MI to Sands, MI is about 30.6 miles (49.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23.8 miles (38.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 27m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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City in Marquette County, Michigan, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Humboldt Mine and Sands.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Humboldt Mine and Sands.
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Start on the route
151 m · 37 sec
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Turn right
1643 ft · 2 min
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Turn straight onto County Road 601
1.2 km · 2 min · County Road 601
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Turn right
1.1 km · 50 sec
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Turn right
11.7 mi · 16 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
28 m · 5 sec
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Exit the rotary
1.4 km · 2 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Palms Avenue
29 m · 6 sec · Palms Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto Palms Avenue
2.7 mi · 4 min · Palms Avenue
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Turn right onto North Teal Lake Avenue
2772 ft · 49 sec · North Teal Lake Avenue
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Turn right onto West Main Street
134 m · 13 sec · West Main Street
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Turn left onto South Pioneer Avenue
153 m · 15 sec · South Pioneer Avenue
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Turn left onto Rail Street
1945 ft · 33 sec · Rail Street
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Continue on County Road 480
9.1 mi · 14 min · County Road 480
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Turn right
3.2 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto Flodin Road
624 ft · 33 sec · Flodin Road
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Turn left onto County Road NAP
156 m · 22 sec · County Road NAP
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road NAP
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Humboldt Mine and Sands.
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.
Longest stretch
Turn right
11.7 mi · 00h 16m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Humboldt Mine and Partly Sunny near Sands.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Humboldt Mine to Sands?
The road trip is about 30.6 miles (49.3 km) and usually takes 00h 43m 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?
Ishpeming is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.3 miles from Humboldt Mine and 15.2 miles from Sands.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.8 miles (38.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.8 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.07 one way or $8.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Humboldt Mine and Partly Sunny near Sands.
Stop Ideas Near Ishpeming
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 Humboldt Mine and Sands. Straight-line distance: 23.78 mi (38.27 km).
#1 Humboldt Mine
Humboldt Mine is a place in Michigan, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 46.4838300, -87.8979100 |
| Altitude | 487 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sands
Human settlement in Michigan, United States of America
| Population | 2,308 |
| Coordinates | 46.4207700, -87.4068100 |
| Altitude | 366 |
| Country | United States |
End: County Road NAP (-87.406682, 46.420779)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 49 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 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 26m |
| 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 | $3.77 | $4.07 | $8.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.59 | $9.19 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.03 | $10.05 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.73 | $11.46 |
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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