How far is Milaca, MN from Albany, MN?
The driving distance from Milaca, MN to Albany, MN is about 51.1 miles (82.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 45 miles (72.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 07m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Milaca and Albany.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milaca and Albany.
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Start on 2nd Street Northwest
29 m · 10 sec · 2nd Street Northwest
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Turn left onto 3rd Avenue Northwest
104 m · 15 sec · 3rd Avenue Northwest
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Continue on 3rd Avenue Southwest
1480 ft · 49 sec · 3rd Avenue Southwest
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Turn right onto 4th Avenue
13.5 mi · 15 min · 4th Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
38 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
18.9 mi · 27 min
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Continue on County Road 75
5.8 mi · 8 min · County Road 75
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Take the exit straight
1.5 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto I-94 W
10.9 mi · 12 min · I-94 W
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 238, CR 10: Albany
1436 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right onto 8th Street South
974 ft · 21 sec · 8th Street South
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Turn right onto Railroad Avenue
1092 ft · 22 sec · Railroad Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Railroad Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Milaca and Albany.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
4th Avenue
Exit the roundabout
18.9 mi · 00h 27m
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 Milaca and Mostly Cloudy near Albany.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Milaca to Albany?
The road trip is about 51.1 miles (82.3 km) and usually takes 01h 07m 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?
Sauk Rapids is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.5 miles from Milaca and 25.6 miles from Albany.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 45 miles (72.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.1 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:16 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.30 one way or $14.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Milaca and Mostly Cloudy near Albany.
Stop Ideas Near Sauk Rapids
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 Sauk Rapids.
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Staples
Saint Paul Union Depot
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Milaca and Albany. Straight-line distance: 45.04 mi (72.48 km).
#1 Milaca
City in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota
| Population | 1,627 |
| Coordinates | 45.7558000, -93.6544100 |
| Altitude | 329 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Albany
City in Stearns County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,052 |
| Coordinates | 45.6299600, -94.5700000 |
| Altitude | 367 |
| Country | United States |
End: Albany (-94.57, 45.62996)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 82 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $4.06 | $7.30 | $14.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.53 | $8.15 | $16.29 |
| Premium | $5.07 | $9.12 | $18.24 |
| Diesel | $6.15 | $11.07 | $22.14 |
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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