How far is Ransom, MN from Lismore, MN?
The driving distance from Ransom, MN to Lismore, MN is about 21.6 miles (34.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16 miles (25.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 10m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 35m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ransom and Lismore.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ransom and Lismore.
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Start on the route
32 m · 13 sec
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Turn left onto Jones Avenue
5 mi · 12 min · Jones Avenue
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Continue on South East Avenue
2639 ft · 1 min · South East Avenue
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Continue on Jones Avenue
1.1 mi · 3 min · Jones Avenue
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Take the ramp left toward I 90 West: Luverne
1459 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
6.6 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MN 91: Adrian, Lake Wilson
1442 ft · 37 sec
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Turn right onto State Highway 91
7 mi · 9 min · State Highway 91
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Turn left onto 170th Street
2639 ft · 1 min · 170th Street
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Continue on East 4th Street
1214 ft · 36 sec · East 4th Street
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Turn right onto South 3rd Avenue
137 m · 15 sec · South 3rd Avenue
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Turn right onto East 3rd Street
21 m · 3 sec · East 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ransom and Lismore.
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.
State Highway 91
Turn right onto State Highway 91
7.04 mi · 00h 09m
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 Ransom and Mostly Cloudy near Lismore.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ransom to Lismore?
The road trip is about 21.6 miles (34.7 km) and usually takes 00h 35m 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?
Adrian is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.7 miles from Ransom and 10.7 miles from Lismore.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16 miles (25.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.6 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:20 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.06 one way or $6.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Ransom and Mostly Cloudy near Lismore.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ransom and Lismore. Straight-line distance: 16.03 mi (25.8 km).
#1 Ransom
Human settlement in United States of America
| Population | 226 |
| Coordinates | 43.5438500, -95.7941800 |
| Altitude | 494 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lismore
City in Minnesota, USA
| Population | 172 |
| Coordinates | 43.7477400, -95.9472400 |
| Altitude | 513 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lismore (-95.94724, 43.74774)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 35 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
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 | $4.03 | $3.06 | $6.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.51 | $3.42 | $6.85 |
| Premium | $5.03 | $3.83 | $7.65 |
| Diesel | $6.14 | $4.67 | $9.33 |
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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