Nisswa, MN Road Trips
With 5 routes heading out and 1 heading in, Nisswa, MN works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. Most drives stay under 112 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Nisswa, MN head south, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
148.2 mi
Saint Paul, MN
Quickest Drive
44m
Saint Mathias, MN
Plan Around Nisswa, MN
Popular Incoming Routes
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Continue From Nisswa, MN
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Nisswa, MN
Driving from Nisswa, MN
The typical drive from Nisswa, MN covers about 112 miles and takes around 2h 17m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 148 miles (2h 59m), while the shortest is just 29 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Nisswa, MN include Saint Paul, MN (148.2 mi, 2h 59m), Plymouth, MN (129.5 mi, 2h 36m), Brooklyn Park, MN (127.2 mi, 2h 36m), Maple Grove, MN (125.3 mi, 2h 31m), and Saint Mathias, MN (29.4 mi, 44m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in MN currently averages around $3.57 per gallon. For the typical 112-mile trip from Nisswa, MN, budget about $16 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Nisswa, MN and 1 routes heading into Nisswa, MN, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 29 to 148 miles.
The longest mapped route from Nisswa, MN covers 148 miles and takes approximately 2h 59m. Shorter options start at just 29 miles.
The average route from Nisswa, MN runs about 112 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 17m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.57/gallon for regular), the average 112-mile trip from Nisswa, MN costs roughly $16 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Nisswa, MN include Saint Paul, MN, Plymouth, MN, Brooklyn Park, MN and Maple Grove, MN. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Nisswa, MN by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
1,744
Median Income
$100,167
Median Home Value
$475,700
Median Age
55.4
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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