How far is Madelia, MN from La Salle, MN?
The driving distance from Madelia, MN to La Salle, MN is about 8.9 miles (14.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 7.6 miles (12.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 29m 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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Human settlement in Brown County, Minnesota, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madelia and La Salle.
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Start on West Main Street
99 m · 12 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto Benzel Avenue Northwest
2707 ft · 1 min · Benzel Avenue Northwest
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Continue on 825th Avenue
2729 ft · 1 min · 825th Avenue
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Turn left onto 290th Street
7.5 mi · 18 min · 290th Street
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Turn right onto 750th Avenue
1102 ft · 30 sec · 750th Avenue
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Continue on Broadway
771 ft · 21 sec · Broadway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Broadway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Madelia and La Salle.
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.
290th Street
Turn left onto 290th Street
7.49 mi · 00h 18m
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 Madelia and Mostly Cloudy near La Salle.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Madelia to La Salle?
The road trip is about 8.9 miles (14.4 km) and usually takes 00h 14m 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?
Hanska is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.5 miles from Madelia and 4.5 miles from La Salle.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 7.6 miles (12.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.3 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 8:00 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.25 one way or $2.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Madelia and Mostly Cloudy near La Salle.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Madelia and La Salle. Straight-line distance: 7.64 mi (12.3 km).
#1 Madelia
City in Watonwan County, Minnesota, United States, along the Watonwan River
| Population | 328 |
| Coordinates | 44.0507900, -94.4183000 |
| Altitude | 312 |
| Country | United States |
#2 La Salle
City in Watonwan County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 86 |
| Coordinates | 44.0707900, -94.5696900 |
| Altitude | 316 |
| Country | United States |
End: Broadway (-94.569552, 44.07079)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 14 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 06m |
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 | $4.03 | $1.25 | $2.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.51 | $1.40 | $2.79 |
| Premium | $5.03 | $1.56 | $3.12 |
| Diesel | $6.14 | $1.90 | $3.81 |
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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