How far is Strandquist, MN from Alvarado, MN?
The driving distance from Strandquist, MN to Alvarado, MN is about 41.8 miles (67.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.4 miles (52.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 48m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Strandquist and Alvarado.
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Start on Main Street
70 m · 17 sec · Main Street
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Turn left
7 mi · 10 min
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Turn left onto Cleveland Avenue
17.3 mi · 26 min · Cleveland Avenue
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Turn left onto 1st Street
16.1 mi · 22 min · 1st Street
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Continue on Washington Avenue
10.8 mi · 14 min · Washington Avenue
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Turn right onto East Johnson Avenue
688 ft · 17 sec · East Johnson Avenue
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Turn left onto North Main Street
647 ft · 15 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right onto West Bridge Avenue
10.4 mi · 18 min · West Bridge Avenue
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Turn left onto Marshall Street
136 m · 20 sec · Marshall Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Marshall Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Strandquist and Alvarado.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Cleveland Avenue
Turn left onto Cleveland Avenue
17.3 mi · 00h 26m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Patchy Fog leaving Strandquist and Mostly Clear near Alvarado.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Strandquist to Alvarado?
The road trip is about 41.8 miles (67.2 km) and usually takes 00h 48m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Stephen is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.9 miles from Strandquist and 10.9 miles from Alvarado.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.4 miles (52.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:52 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.88 one way or $11.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog around Strandquist and Mostly Clear near Alvarado.
Stop Ideas Near Stephen
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Strandquist and Alvarado. Straight-line distance: 32.47 mi (52.25 km).
#1 Strandquist
Human settlement in Marshall County, Minnesota, United States of America
| Population | 68 |
| Coordinates | 48.4902500, -96.4472600 |
| Altitude | 324 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alvarado
City in Marshall County, Minnesota, USA
| Population | 362 |
| Coordinates | 48.1941500, -96.9961800 |
| Altitude | 248 |
| Country | United States |
End: Marshall Street (-96.996275, 48.194149)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 67 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
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 | $5.88 | $11.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $6.58 | $13.16 |
| Premium | $5.00 | $7.36 | $14.71 |
| Diesel | $6.12 | $8.99 | $17.99 |
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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