How far is Minneapolis, MN from Pelican Rapids, MN?
The driving distance from Minneapolis, MN to Pelican Rapids, MN is about 198.2 miles (319 km), with a travel time of about 03h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 174.7 miles (281.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 19m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Stearns County, Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Minneapolis and Pelican Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Minneapolis and Pelican Rapids.
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Start on Washington Avenue South
1977 ft · 1 min · Washington Avenue South
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Turn left onto North 1st Avenue
130 m · 18 sec · North 1st Avenue
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Turn right onto North 3rd Street
127 m · 16 sec · North 3rd Street
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Take the ramp straight toward I 94 West
1.8 mi · 4 min
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Merge slight left
12.3 mi · 15 min
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Continue on I-94 W
17.1 mi · 19 min · I-94 W
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Keep slight left
149.7 mi · 2 hr 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 59 North, CH 88: Pelican Rapids, Detroit Lakes
16.7 mi · 19 min
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Exit the roundabout onto North Broadway
777 ft · 15 sec · North Broadway
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Turn right onto 1st Avenue Northeast
56 m · 10 sec · 1st Avenue Northeast
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Turn right
61 m · 15 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 Minneapolis and Pelican Rapids.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I-94 W
Keep slight left
150 mi · 02h 40m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Minneapolis and Chance Light Rain near Pelican Rapids.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Minneapolis to Pelican Rapids?
The road trip is about 198.2 miles (319 km) and usually takes 03h 39m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Melrose is a useful midpoint, sitting about 99 miles from Minneapolis and 99.3 miles from Pelican Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 174.7 miles (281.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:40 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.98 one way or $49.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Minneapolis and Chance Light Rain near Pelican Rapids.
Stop Ideas Near Melrose
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 Melrose.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Minneapolis and Pelican Rapids. Straight-line distance: 174.74 mi (281.21 km).
#1 Minneapolis
The largest city in Minnesota, Minneapolis is a major center for business, finance, and culture.
| Population | 433,111 |
| Coordinates | 44.9799700, -93.2638400 |
| Altitude | 253 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pelican Rapids
City in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 2,634 |
| Coordinates | 46.5707900, -96.0831100 |
| Altitude | 398 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pelican Rapids (-96.08311, 46.57079)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 319 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $24.98 | $49.97 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $27.45 | $54.89 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $30.74 | $61.49 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $34.05 | $68.10 |
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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