Alvarado to Strandquist is 61.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 31 minutes via Highway 75, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, single-day trip connecting two points within Minnesota's Midwest region. Expect a mixed drive profile, meaning you won't be on one type of road the entire time. Given its short duration and modest fuel cost, this route is ideal for a quick journey or as part of a larger regional exploration. It’s a practical option if you're looking for efficient travel between these specific locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
30.9 miles from Alvarado, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 46m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Commercial Street
16.9 mi
25m
Highway 75
16.1 mi
22m
North 2nd Street
10.8 mi
13m
MN 1
10.4 mi
18m
Main Street
7 mi
10m
Cleveland Avenue
0.4 mi
<1m
East Johnson Avenue
0.1 mi
<1m
North Main Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Commercial Street
— 16.9 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alvarado, MN and Strandquist, MN.
1
Start on Marshall Street
446 ft·21 sec·Marshall Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto MN 1
10 mi·18 min·MN 1
3
Turn left onto US 75
0.1 mi·12 sec·North Main Street
4
Turn right onto US 75
0.1 mi·16 sec·East Johnson Avenue
5
Turn left onto US 75
11 mi·13 min·North 2nd Street
6
Continue on US 75
16 mi·22 min·Highway 75
7
Turn right onto MN 11
17 mi·25 min·Commercial Street
8
Continue on MN 11
0.4 mi·40 sec·Cleveland Avenue
9
Turn right onto US 59
7.0 mi·10 min·Main Street
10
Turn right onto Main Street
229 ft·10 sec·Main Street
11
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over 1.5 hours, this is a trip you can easily complete in a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to take advantage of daylight and allow for any unexpected delays. The fuel cost is estimated at $9, so ensure your vehicle is adequately fueled before you leave Alvarado, as there are no designated stops on this route. Since the longest stretch without a break is under 17 miles, you won't need to worry about lengthy periods without services, but it's always wise to top off your tank before heading out.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 30.9 miles from Alvarado, MN, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 14 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30.9 miles or 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Strandquist, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alvarado, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Alvarado, MN
This is one driving day of about 61.9 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Alvarado, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Commercial Street for about 16.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 54.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|MN 1
At end of road, turn right onto MN 1
Navigation decision point
4
10.4 mi into trip|~18m in|US 75 / North Main Street
Turn left onto US 75 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
10.6 mi into trip|~18m in|US 75 / East Johnson Avenue
Turn right onto US 75 / East Johnson Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
37.5 mi into trip|~55m in|MN 11 / Commercial Street
Turn right onto MN 11 / Commercial Street
Navigation decision point
4
54.9 mi into trip|~1h 21m in|US 59 / Main Street
Turn right onto US 59 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.16 one way
$20.32 round trip
$4.17/gal25.4 MPG avg22 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.46
$10.87
$21.74
premium
$4.95
$12.06
$24.12
diesel
$5.35
$13.04
$26.08
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
18.6
0
$6.50
$2.97
Efficient EV
15.5
0
$5.42
$2.48
EV Truck/SUV
24.8
0
$8.67
$3.96
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of May 9, 2026
Origin
Alvarado, MN
Afternoon
in Alvarado on Wednesday
Local time
4:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
30°F
Partly Cloudy
N 12 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 5:43AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 4:19AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
Destination
Strandquist, MN
Afternoon
in Strandquist on Wednesday
Local time
4:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
29°F
Mostly Clear
NNW 14 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 5:43AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued May 9 at 4:19AM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
85°F
Kennedy, MN
31 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 31m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This 61.9-mile drive offers a mixed experience, with 43% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on Commercial Street and North 2nd Street before transitioning to Highway 75. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll navigate is 16.9 miles on Commercial Street. This suggests a drive that begins with more local road navigation before opening up onto a more direct highway path. The profile indicates a blend of speeds and road types, so be prepared for some variation as you travel.
43% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.9 mi on Commercial Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near MN 1.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Alvarado, MN to Strandquist, MN is easy. At 1h 31m with 43% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (MN 1): Navigation decision point; at 10.4 miles (US 75 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.6 miles (US 75 / East Johnson Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The longest stretch is about 16.9 miles on Commercial Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (MN 1): Navigation decision point; at 10.4 miles (US 75 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.6 miles (US 75 / East Johnson Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Strandquist, MN before heading back.
