How far is North Branch, MN from Harris, MN?
The driving distance from North Branch, MN to Harris, MN is about 5.2 miles (8.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 5.2 miles (8.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 17m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 08m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Scott County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny
Widespread Frost then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Branch and Harris.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Branch and Harris.
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Start on Forest Boulevard
11 m · 9 sec · Forest Boulevard
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Turn left onto Main Street
1853 ft · 37 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Saint Croix Trail
819 ft · 22 sec · Saint Croix Trail
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Continue straight
121 m · 14 sec
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Take the ramp right toward I 35 North: Duluth
1084 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 10: Harris
1365 ft · 34 sec
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Turn right onto Stark Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Stark Road
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Turn left onto Forest Boulevard
1394 ft · 38 sec · Forest Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Forest Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Branch and Harris.
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.
I 35 North
Merge slight left
4.23 mi · 00h 05m
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.
Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving North Branch and Widespread Frost then Sunny near Harris.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Branch to Harris?
The road trip is about 5.2 miles (8.4 km) and usually takes 00h 08m 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?
Spring Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.2 miles from North Branch and 2 miles from Harris.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5.2 miles (8.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 0 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 8:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.64 one way or $1.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny around North Branch and Widespread Frost then Sunny near Harris.
Stop Ideas Near Spring Lake
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 Spring Lake.
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Red Wing station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Branch and Harris. Straight-line distance: 5.19 mi (8.35 km).
#1 North Branch
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,875 |
| Coordinates | 45.5113500, -92.9802200 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Harris
City in Chisago County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 3,247 |
| Coordinates | 45.5863500, -92.9746600 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| Country | United States |
End: Forest Boulevard (-92.974671, 45.586351)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 8 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $0.64 | $1.28 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $0.71 | $1.41 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $0.79 | $1.58 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $0.88 | $1.75 |
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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