How far is Sunrise, MN from North Branch, MN?
The driving distance from Sunrise, MN to North Branch, MN is about 8 miles (12.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 6.5 miles (10.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 34m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Minnesota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Widespread Frost then Sunny
Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sunrise and North Branch.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sunrise and North Branch.
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Start on River Road
87 m · 13 sec · River Road
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Continue on Mill Street
1104 ft · 50 sec · Mill Street
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Turn right onto Wilcox Road
3 mi · 7 min · Wilcox Road
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Turn left onto Keystone Avenue
3021 ft · 1 min · Keystone Avenue
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Turn slight right onto Saint Croix Trail
3.4 mi · 6 min · Saint Croix Trail
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Saint Croix Trail
33 m · 2 sec · Saint Croix Trail
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Exit the roundabout onto Saint Croix Trail
1507 ft · 30 sec · Saint Croix Trail
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Continue on Main Street
2479 ft · 57 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Forest Boulevard
11 m · 1 sec · Forest Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Forest Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sunrise and North Branch.
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.
Saint Croix Trail
Turn slight right onto Saint Croix Trail
3.36 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.
Widespread Frost then Sunny leaving Sunrise and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near North Branch.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sunrise to North Branch?
The road trip is about 8 miles (12.8 km) and usually takes 00h 17m 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?
Branch is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4 miles from Sunrise and 4 miles from North Branch.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 6.5 miles (10.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.5 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 7:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.00 one way or $2.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Sunny around Sunrise and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near North Branch.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sunrise and North Branch. Straight-line distance: 6.54 mi (10.53 km).
#1 Sunrise
City in United States of America
| Population | 2,120 |
| Coordinates | 45.5469000, -92.8549400 |
| Altitude | 248 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Branch
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,875 |
| Coordinates | 45.5113500, -92.9802200 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Branch (-92.98022, 45.51135)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 13 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.57 | $1.00 | $2.00 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $1.10 | $2.20 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $1.23 | $2.46 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $1.36 | $2.72 |
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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