How far is Osakis, MN from Nelson, MN?
The driving distance from Osakis, MN to Nelson, MN is about 6.2 miles (10 km), with a travel time of about 00h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 5.6 miles (9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 19m 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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City in Minnesota, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Osakis and Nelson.
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Start on Central Avenue
11 m · 7 sec · Central Avenue
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Turn left onto West Nokomis Street
1.6 km · 2 min · West Nokomis Street
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Continue on Douglas County Highway 82
4.6 mi · 6 min · Douglas County Highway 82
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Turn right onto Nelson Street South
1 km · 2 min · Nelson Street South
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Turn left onto Hope Avenue West
29 m · 4 sec · Hope Avenue West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hope Avenue West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Osakis and Nelson.
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.
Douglas County Highway 82
Continue on Douglas County Highway 82
4.56 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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Osakis and Chance Rain Showers near Nelson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Osakis to Nelson?
The road trip is about 6.2 miles (10 km) and usually takes 00h 09m 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?
Alexandria is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.1 miles from Osakis and 3.1 miles from Nelson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5.6 miles (9 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.6 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 8:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.79 one way or $1.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Osakis and Chance Rain Showers near Nelson.
Stop Ideas Near Alexandria
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Osakis and Nelson. Straight-line distance: 5.6 mi (9.02 km).
#1 Osakis
City in Douglas and Todd counties in the U.
| Population | 149 |
| Coordinates | 45.8669100, -95.1522500 |
| Altitude | 413 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Nelson
City in Douglas County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 284 |
| Coordinates | 45.8894100, -95.2642000 |
| Altitude | 415 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hope Avenue West (-95.264199, 45.889395)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 10 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 04m |
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 | $0.79 | $1.57 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $0.86 | $1.73 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $0.97 | $1.93 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $1.07 | $2.14 |
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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