How far is Schroeder, MN from Tofte, MN?
The driving distance from Schroeder, MN to Tofte, MN is about 3.4 miles (5.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 3.3 miles (5.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 10m 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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Township in Cook County, Minnesota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Light Snow then Partly Sunny
Slight Chance Rain And Snow then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Schroeder and Tofte.
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Start on Baraga Cross Road
763 ft · 36 sec · Baraga Cross Road
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Turn right onto Highway 61
3.2 mi · 4 min · Highway 61
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Turn right
71 m · 17 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Schroeder and Tofte.
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.
Highway 61
Turn right onto Highway 61
3.22 mi · 00h 04m
Route Summary
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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.
Slight Chance Light Snow then Partly Sunny leaving Schroeder and Slight Chance Rain And Snow then Partly Sunny near Tofte.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Schroeder to Tofte?
The road trip is about 3.4 miles (5.5 km) and usually takes 00h 05m 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?
Lutsen is a useful midpoint, sitting about 1.7 miles from Schroeder and 1.7 miles from Tofte.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 3.3 miles (5.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.1 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 8:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.43 one way or $0.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Light Snow then Partly Sunny around Schroeder and Slight Chance Rain And Snow then Partly Sunny near Tofte.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Schroeder and Tofte. Straight-line distance: 3.29 mi (5.3 km).
#1 Schroeder
Unincorporated community in Cook County, Minnesota
| Population | 216 |
| Coordinates | 47.5443500, -90.8918200 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tofte
Township in Cook County, Minnesota
| Population | 267 |
| Coordinates | 47.5737900, -90.8362600 |
| Altitude | 191 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tofte (-90.83626, 47.57379)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 5 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 02m |
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 | $0.43 | $0.86 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $0.47 | $0.94 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $0.53 | $1.05 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $0.58 | $1.17 |
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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