How far is Tofte, MN from Grand Marais, MN?
The driving distance from Tofte, MN to Grand Marais, MN is about 27 miles (43.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.3 miles (42.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 59m 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 Rain And Snow then Partly Sunny
Slight Chance Light Snow then Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tofte and Grand Marais.
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Start on the route
71 m · 20 sec
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Turn right onto Highway 61
27 mi · 36 min · Highway 61
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Turn right onto West 1st Street
16 m · 2 sec · West 1st Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 1st Street
Car Route Details
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Straightforward drive
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Highway 61
Turn right onto Highway 61
27 mi · 00h 36m
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 Rain And Snow then Partly Sunny leaving Tofte and Slight Chance Light Snow then Mostly Cloudy near Grand Marais.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tofte to Grand Marais?
The road trip is about 27 miles (43.4 km) and usually takes 00h 29m 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 13.5 miles from Tofte and 13.5 miles from Grand Marais.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.3 miles (42.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.7 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 7:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.39 one way or $6.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain And Snow then Partly Sunny around Tofte and Slight Chance Light Snow then Mostly Cloudy near Grand Marais.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tofte and Grand Marais. Straight-line distance: 26.36 mi (42.42 km).
#1 Tofte
Township in Cook County, Minnesota
| Population | 267 |
| Coordinates | 47.5737900, -90.8362600 |
| Altitude | 191 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Grand Marais
City in Minnesota, U.
| Population | 1,341 |
| Coordinates | 47.7504500, -90.3342700 |
| Altitude | 188 |
| Country | United States |
End: 1st Street (-90.334242, 47.750579)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
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 | $3.39 | $6.78 |
| Mid-grade | $3.92 | $3.72 | $7.45 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $4.17 | $8.34 |
| Diesel | $4.86 | $4.62 | $9.24 |
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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