How far is Lismore, MN from Rushmore, MN?
The driving distance from Lismore, MN to Rushmore, MN is about 16.7 miles (26.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 11.5 miles (18.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST.
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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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City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lismore and Rushmore.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lismore and Rushmore.
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Start on East 3rd Street
21 m · 9 sec · East 3rd Street
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Turn left onto South 3rd Avenue
137 m · 18 sec · South 3rd Avenue
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Turn left onto East 4th Street
1214 ft · 33 sec · East 4th Street
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Continue on 170th Street
2639 ft · 1 min · 170th Street
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Turn right onto State Highway 91
7.3 mi · 9 min · State Highway 91
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Continue on North Maine Avenue
985 ft · 31 sec · North Maine Avenue
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Turn left onto East Pearl Street
1.1 km · 1 min · East Pearl Street
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Continue on County Road 35
1.4 mi · 2 min · County Road 35
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Continue on 250th Street
4.5 mi · 6 min · 250th Street
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Turn right onto County Road 27
2674 ft · 1 min · County Road 27
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Continue on West Avenue
138 m · 18 sec · West Avenue
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Turn left onto 4th Street
744 ft · 23 sec · 4th Street
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Turn right onto Thompson Avenue North
873 ft · 29 sec · Thompson Avenue North
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Turn left onto 2nd Street
63 m · 11 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn right
28 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lismore and Rushmore.
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.
State Highway 91
Turn right onto State Highway 91
7.33 mi · 00h 09m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Lismore and Mostly Cloudy near Rushmore.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lismore to Rushmore?
The road trip is about 16.7 miles (26.9 km) and usually takes 00h 19m 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?
Adrian is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8 miles from Lismore and 8.8 miles from Rushmore.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 11.5 miles (18.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.2 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:52 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.36 one way or $4.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Lismore and Mostly Cloudy near Rushmore.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lismore and Rushmore. Straight-line distance: 11.5 mi (18.51 km).
#1 Lismore
City in Minnesota, USA
| Population | 172 |
| Coordinates | 43.7477400, -95.9472400 |
| Altitude | 513 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rushmore
City in Nobles County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 334 |
| Coordinates | 43.6194100, -95.8005700 |
| Altitude | 506 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-95.800308, 43.619413)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 27 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 12m |
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 | $4.00 | $2.36 | $4.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $2.64 | $5.28 |
| Premium | $5.00 | $2.95 | $5.90 |
| Diesel | $6.12 | $3.61 | $7.22 |
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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