Pipestone, MN Road Trips
With 3 routes heading out and 3 heading in, Pipestone, MN works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 201-mile quick runs to 292-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Pipestone, MN head east, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
Photo: Tom Fisk
Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
292.2 mi
Woodbury, MN
Quickest Drive
4h 17m
Brooklyn Park, MN
Plan Around Pipestone, MN
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Pipestone, MN is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Pipestone, MN
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Pipestone, MN
Driving from Pipestone, MN
On average, trips departing from Pipestone, MN run 234 miles with a drive time of roughly 4h 58m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 292 miles (6h 6m), while the shortest is just 201 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Pipestone, MN most often head toward Woodbury, MN (292.2 mi, 6h 6m), Blaine, MN (209.7 mi, 4h 27m), and Saint Paul, MN (201.2 mi, 4h 19m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in MN currently averages around $3.98 per gallon. For the typical 234-mile trip from Pipestone, MN, budget about $37 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 3 mapped routes leaving Pipestone, MN and 3 routes heading into Pipestone, MN, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 201 to 292 miles.
The longest mapped route from Pipestone, MN covers 292 miles and takes approximately 6h 6m. Shorter options start at just 201 miles.
The average route from Pipestone, MN runs about 234 miles with a drive time of roughly 4h 58m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.98/gallon for regular), the average 234-mile trip from Pipestone, MN costs roughly $37 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Pipestone, MN include Woodbury, MN, Blaine, MN and Saint Paul, MN. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Pipestone, MN by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
4,165
Median Income
$61,442
Median Home Value
$102,000
Median Age
39.0
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Pipestone, MN at a Glance
Founded
1876
Elevation
1,736 ft
Area
4 mi²
Notable People from Pipestone, MN
A sampling of people born in Pipestone, MN.
Harold Rawdon Briggs
1894–1952
British Army general (1894–1952)
John Lutz
1973
American comedian and screenwriter
Vern Ehlers
1934–2017
American politician (1934-2017)
Phil Bruns
1931–2012
American actor, writer (1931-2012)
City data from Wikidata (Q1903195), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Pipestone, MN
Pipestone is a city in southwestern Minnesota. It is the seat of Pipestone County and has a population of 4554. Pipestone is home to the famous Indian quarry at Pipestone National Monument. Many North American Indian tribes - including Ojibwa, Dakota, Oto, Pawnee, Sac Fox, and Lakota - came to quarry the sacred redstone known as pipestone or catlinite. The soft red pipestone is found under layers of the very hard Sioux quartzite. The pipestone became a valued trade item and was responsible for Pipestone becoming a Crossroads of the Indian World. The Song of Hiawatha Pageant has played at the pipestone quarry lake for nearly 60 years.
Pipestone National Monument - Visitors Center, Pipestone Quarries, Trails, Tallgrass Prairie, Winnewissa Falls Blue Mounds State Park 1 Split Rock Creek State Park.
Walking Tour - Walk the streets of Pipestone and view the unique buildings, building materials, and hues. A self-guided tour can take as little as 30 minutes or can last hours. The variety of architectural styles and details is impressive for such a small city. Fort Pipestone, 104-9th Street NE. Indian Crafts, Pipestone Souvenirs, Collectables, Jewelry, and more. Keepers of the Sacred Tradition, N. Hiawatha Ave. American Indian Art, Pipestone Unique Gifts Pipestone Indian Shrine Association, 36 Reservation Ave. Authentic Handmade American Indian Pipestone Pipes. Pipestone Performing Arts Center, 104 Main Street East, ☏ +1 507 825-2020. Royal River Casino, 607 S Veterans St, Flandreau SD, toll-free: +1-877-912-LUCK (5825). (updated Dec 2020) Pipestone County Museum, 113 S. Hiawatha Ave.. Pipestone Golf & Country Club, 1105-8th Street SE, ☏ +1 507 825-2592.
Dar's Pizza, 607-8th Ave SW, +1 507-825-4261. Dari King, Hwy 30 W & 5th Ave SW. Dairy Queen, Hwy 23 & 75. Pizza Ranch, West Main St.
American Legion Hall, 117 Hiawatha Ave S, +1 507-825-3211.
Arrow Motel, 600 8th Ave NE, ☏ +1 507-825-3331, toll-free: +1-800-815-3331. (updated Aug 2015) Pipestone RV Campground, ☏ +1 507-825-2455.
Pipestone is in southwestern Minnesota, at the meeting of Minnesota Highways 23 and 30 and US Route 75. It is 23 miles north of Interstate Highway 90. Sioux Falls Regional Airport (Joe Foss Field) is about 50 miles southeast, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Flights from Minneapolis, Chicago, Denver, Cincinnati, Salt Lake City, Atlanta and Las Vegas.
Ludolph Bus Service, ☏ +1 507 825-2303.
Travel tips adapted from Pipestone on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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