How far is Whyte, MN from Two Harbors, MN?

The driving distance from Whyte, MN to Two Harbors, MN is about 33.7 miles (54.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 30.1 miles (48.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
33.77 mi
01h 03m
Flight
30.07 mi
48.39 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
30.07 mi
Kilometers
48.39 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
33.77 mi
Kilometers
54.34 km
Drive Time
01h 03m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 03m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Two Harbors
Sun, Apr 19, 1:01 AM CDT
Return by in Whyte
Sun, Apr 19, 2:05 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Whyte
2026-04-18T23:57
Arrive Two Harbors
Sun, Apr 19, 1:01 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 03m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:04 AM to 11:04 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:22 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Whyte
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Jordan
MN

City in Scott County, Minnesota, United States

From Whyte
16.8 mi
00h 32m
To Two Harbors
16.9 mi
00h 32m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
33°F
Saturday

Slight Chance Light Snow then Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph NW
Destination
37°F
Saturday

Slight Chance Light Snow then Partly Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Whyte and Two Harbors.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Whyte and Two Harbors.

  1. 1

    Start on Stony River Forest Road

    5.9 mi · 23 min · Stony River Forest Road

  2. 2

    Turn sharp right onto National Forest Hwy 11

    2 mi · 4 min · National Forest Hwy 11

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Highway 2

    24.5 mi · 43 min · Highway 2

  4. 4

    Continue on 4th Street

    1.5 km · 2 min · 4th Street

  5. 5

    Turn right onto 7th Avenue

    989 ft · 39 sec · 7th Avenue

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Waterfront Drive

    1041 ft · 35 sec · Waterfront Drive

  7. 7

    Turn left onto 4th Avenue

    22 m · 3 sec · 4th Avenue

  8. 8

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 4th Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Whyte and Two Harbors.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
8 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
23.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Highway 2
24.5 mi · 72%
Stony River Forest Road
5.94 mi · 18%
National Forest Hwy 11
1.97 mi · 6%
4th Street
0.96 mi · 3%
Waterfront Drive
0.2 mi · 1%
7th Avenue
0.19 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Highway 2

Turn left onto Highway 2

24.5 mi · 00h 43m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 03m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 08m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+3.6 mi
30.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Jordan
00h 32m from Whyte
Leave By
4:22 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Light Snow then Mostly Cloudy leaving Whyte and Slight Chance Light Snow then Partly Sunny near Two Harbors.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Whyte to Two Harbors?

The road trip is about 33.7 miles (54.3 km) and usually takes 01h 03m 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?

Jordan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.8 miles from Whyte and 16.9 miles from Two Harbors.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 30.1 miles (48.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.6 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:22 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.25 one way or $8.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Light Snow then Mostly Cloudy around Whyte and Slight Chance Light Snow then Partly Sunny near Two Harbors.

Stop Ideas Near Jordan

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Jordan, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Jordan.

BUS

Duluth (University of Minnesota), Minnesota

71 mi away
175 Kirby Student Union
BUS

Duluth (Greyhound Station), Minnesota

77 mi away
4426 Grand Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Whyte and Two Harbors. Straight-line distance: 30.07 mi (48.39 km).

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#1 Whyte

Whyte is a place in Minnesota, United States.

Population0
Coordinates47.4515800, -91.5621100
Altitude586
CountryUnited States
Two Harbors

#2 Two Harbors

County seat of Lake County, Minnesota

Population3,508
Coordinates47.0227100, -91.6707300
Altitude204
CountryUnited States
Start: Stony River Forest Road (-91.562326, 47.451739)
End: 4th Avenue (-91.67073, 47.02279)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 54 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 07m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 50m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 40m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 33m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 28m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 25m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.19 gal
4.51 L · about $4.25
Round trip
$8.49
2.38 gal · 9.02 L
Estimated CO2
10.6 kg one way
Round trip: 21.2 kg / 47 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.57 $4.25 $8.49
Mid-grade $3.92 $4.67 $9.33
Premium $4.39 $5.23 $10.45
Diesel $4.86 $5.79 $11.58

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Minnesota · Apr 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Whyte and Two Harbors. The current time is 23:57:30.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.