How far is Mission Creek, MN from Bruno, MN?
The driving distance from Mission Creek, MN to Bruno, MN is about 28.5 miles (45.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25.4 miles (40.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Light Rain Likely
Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mission Creek and Bruno.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mission Creek and Bruno.
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Start on T-181
1394 ft · 1 min · T-181
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At the end of the road, turn right onto County Highway 61
1.1 km · 1 min · County Highway 61
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Take the ramp right toward Interstate 35 North: Duluth
15 mi · 16 min · Veterans' Evergreen Memorial Drive
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 18, MN 23 East: Finlayson, Askov
1156 ft · 29 sec
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Turn right onto Veterans' Evergreen Memorial Drive
12.3 mi · 22 min · Veterans' Evergreen Memorial Drive
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Turn right onto Main Street
76 m · 7 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mission Creek and Bruno.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Veterans' Evergreen Memorial Drive
Take the ramp right toward Interstate 35 North: Duluth
15 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.
Light Rain Likely leaving Mission Creek and Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Bruno.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mission Creek to Bruno?
The road trip is about 28.5 miles (45.8 km) and usually takes 00h 40m 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?
Sandstone is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.2 miles from Mission Creek and 14.2 miles from Bruno.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.4 miles (40.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.57 one way or $7.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Mission Creek and Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Bruno.
Stop Ideas Near Sandstone
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 Sandstone.
Duluth (Greyhound Station), Minnesota
Duluth (University of Minnesota), Minnesota
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mission Creek and Bruno. Straight-line distance: 25.35 mi (40.79 km).
#1 Mission Creek
Township in Pine County, Minnesota
| Population | 628 |
| Coordinates | 45.9702300, -92.9499300 |
| Altitude | 305 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bruno
City in Pine County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 179 |
| Coordinates | 46.2791100, -92.6643600 |
| Altitude | 351 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bruno (-92.66436, 46.27911)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 46 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
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 | $3.57 | $3.57 | $7.14 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $3.92 | $7.84 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $4.39 | $8.78 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $4.86 | $9.73 |
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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