How far is Rushmore, MN from Lismore, MN?
The driving distance from Rushmore, MN to Lismore, MN is about 15.8 miles (25.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 11.5 miles (18.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 48m 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 24m.
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
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City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rushmore and Lismore.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rushmore and Lismore.
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Start on the route
28 m · 12 sec
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Turn left onto 2nd Street
63 m · 11 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Thompson Avenue North
873 ft · 30 sec · Thompson Avenue North
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 4th Street
744 ft · 23 sec · 4th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Avenue
138 m · 12 sec · West Avenue
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Continue on County Road 27
2674 ft · 1 min · County Road 27
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Turn left onto 250th Street
4.5 mi · 6 min · 250th Street
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Continue on County Road 35
1.4 mi · 2 min · County Road 35
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Continue on East Pearl Street
1.1 km · 1 min · East Pearl Street
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Turn right onto North Maine Avenue
985 ft · 26 sec · North Maine Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 91
7.3 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 Rushmore 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
Continue on State Highway 91
7.33 mi · 00h 10m
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 Rushmore 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 Rushmore to Lismore?
The road trip is about 15.8 miles (25.5 km) and usually takes 00h 24m 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 8 miles from Rushmore and 8 miles from Lismore.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 11.5 miles (18.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.3 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 7:42 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.24 one way or $4.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Rushmore and Mostly Cloudy near Lismore.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rushmore and Lismore. Straight-line distance: 11.5 mi (18.51 km).
#1 Rushmore
City in Nobles County, Minnesota, United States
| Population | 334 |
| Coordinates | 43.6194100, -95.8005700 |
| Altitude | 506 |
| 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: 26 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
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 | $2.24 | $4.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $2.51 | $5.01 |
| Premium | $5.00 | $2.80 | $5.60 |
| Diesel | $6.12 | $3.43 | $6.85 |
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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