How far is North Branch, MN from Sunrise, MN?
The driving distance from North Branch, MN to Sunrise, MN is about 9.2 miles (14.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 6.5 miles (10.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 28m 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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Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny
Widespread Frost then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Branch and Sunrise.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Branch and Sunrise.
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Start on Forest Boulevard
11 m · 5 sec · Forest Boulevard
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Turn right onto Main Street
2479 ft · 50 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Saint Croix Trail
1510 ft · 30 sec · Saint Croix Trail
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
38 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
100 m · 7 sec
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Turn straight onto Saint Croix Trail
3.3 mi · 6 min · Saint Croix Trail
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Turn slight left onto Keystone Avenue
3021 ft · 1 min · Keystone Avenue
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Turn right onto Wilcox Road
3 mi · 7 min · Wilcox Road
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Turn left onto Mill Street
1104 ft · 49 sec · Mill Street
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Turn left onto River Road
87 m · 13 sec · River Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · River Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Branch and Sunrise.
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.
Saint Croix Trail
Turn straight onto Saint Croix Trail
3.3 mi · 00h 06m
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 Sunrise.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Branch to Sunrise?
The road trip is about 9.2 miles (14.8 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?
Branch is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4 miles from North Branch and 5.2 miles from Sunrise.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 6.5 miles (10.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.7 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 8:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.14 one way or $2.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.8 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 Sunrise.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Branch and Sunrise. Straight-line distance: 6.54 mi (10.53 km).
#1 North Branch
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,875 |
| Coordinates | 45.5113500, -92.9802200 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sunrise
City in United States of America
| Population | 2,120 |
| Coordinates | 45.5469000, -92.8549400 |
| Altitude | 248 |
| Country | United States |
End: River Road (-92.854854, 45.546826)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 15 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $1.14 | $2.28 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $1.25 | $2.51 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $1.41 | $2.81 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $1.56 | $3.11 |
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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