How far is Tofte, MN from Schroeder, MN?
The driving distance from Tofte, MN to Schroeder, MN is about 3.4 miles (5.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 3.3 miles (5.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 09m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 04m.
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Halfway Point
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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 Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tofte and Schroeder.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tofte and Schroeder.
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Start on the route
71 m · 20 sec
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Turn left onto Highway 61
3.2 mi · 4 min · Highway 61
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Turn left onto Baraga Cross Road
763 ft · 34 sec · Baraga Cross Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Baraga Cross Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tofte and Schroeder.
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 left onto Highway 61
3.22 mi · 00h 04m
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.
Slight Chance Rain And Snow then Partly Sunny leaving Tofte and Slight Chance Light Snow then Partly Sunny near Schroeder.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tofte to Schroeder?
The road trip is about 3.4 miles (5.5 km) and usually takes 00h 04m 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 Tofte and 1.7 miles from Schroeder.
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 Rain And Snow then Partly Sunny around Tofte and Slight Chance Light Snow then Partly Sunny near Schroeder.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tofte and Schroeder. Straight-line distance: 3.29 mi (5.3 km).
#1 Tofte
Township in Cook County, Minnesota
| Population | 267 |
| Coordinates | 47.5737900, -90.8362600 |
| Altitude | 191 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Schroeder
Unincorporated community in Cook County, Minnesota
| Population | 216 |
| Coordinates | 47.5443500, -90.8918200 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
End: Baraga Cross Road (-90.892143, 47.544358)
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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