How far is Ortonville, MN from Clinton, MN?
The driving distance from Ortonville, MN to Clinton, MN is about 12.2 miles (19.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.7 miles (17.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 36m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST.
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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.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ortonville and Clinton.
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Start on 2nd Street Southeast
1.3 km · 1 min · 2nd Street Southeast
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Continue straight
595 ft · 12 sec
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Turn left
11.2 mi · 17 min
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Turn right onto Main Street
10 m · 1 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 Ortonville and Clinton.
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.
Longest stretch
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11.2 mi · 00h 17m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Ortonville and Mostly Cloudy near Clinton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ortonville to Clinton?
The road trip is about 12.2 miles (19.6 km) and usually takes 00h 18m 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?
Odessa is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.1 miles from Ortonville and 6.1 miles from Clinton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10.7 miles (17.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:54 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.72 one way or $3.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Ortonville and Mostly Cloudy near Clinton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ortonville and Clinton. Straight-line distance: 10.76 mi (17.32 km).
#1 Ortonville
City in Minnesota
| Population | 94 |
| Coordinates | 45.3046900, -96.4447800 |
| Altitude | 310 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Clinton
City in Big Stone County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,020 |
| Coordinates | 45.4602400, -96.4336700 |
| Altitude | 351 |
| Country | United States |
End: Clinton (-96.43367, 45.46024)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 20 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
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 | $4.00 | $1.72 | $3.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $1.93 | $3.85 |
| Premium | $5.00 | $2.15 | $4.30 |
| Diesel | $6.12 | $2.63 | $5.26 |
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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