Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
37.8 mi
61 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Blackberry, MN
Patricio Nahuelhual
Bowstring, MN
RDNE Stock project
Blackberry, MN to Bowstring, MN is 37.8 miles and takes about 57 minutes via State Highway 6 and US 2, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest region, specifically Minnesota, offering a straightforward journey. You'll experience a mixed drive, suggesting a blend of different road types, making it a quick and manageable trip. Given its short duration, this route is ideal for a same-day excursion, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest 4th Street | 14.6 mi | 20m |
| State Highway 6 | 14.5 mi | 25m |
| US 2 | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| Division Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Northeast 4th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| County Road 133 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Blackberry, MN and Bowstring, MN.
Start on US 2
Turn left onto US 2; US 169
Continue on US 2
Turn right onto MN 6
Continue on MN 6
Turn left onto County Road 133
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
First break window
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 37.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18.9 miles from Blackberry, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
3 decision points cluster between mile 7.3 and 37.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto US 2; US 169 / Northeast 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto MN 6 / Division Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto County Road 133
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$6.34 one way
$12.67 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.53 | $6.75 | $13.49 |
| premium | $5.15 | $7.66 | $15.32 |
| diesel | $6.18 | $9.20 | $18.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.97 | $1.81 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.31 | $1.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.29 | $2.42 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Blackberry on Tuesday
Local time
10:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Morning in Bowstring on Tuesday
Local time
10:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Partly Sunny
54°F
Grand Rapids, MN
19 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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.
This route features a 58% highway share, indicating a good portion of your drive will be on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 14.6 miles on Northwest 4th Street, which transitions into State Highway 6 and then US 2. Expect a mixed drive profile, meaning you'll likely experience varied road conditions and speeds as you progress from Blackberry to Bowstring. This blend means the drive won't feel entirely monotonous, offering some change of pace.
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 7.3 miles in near US 2; US 169 / Northeast 4th Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Blackberry, MN to Bowstring, MN is easy. At 57m with 58% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.3 miles (US 2; US 169 / Northeast 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 22.4 miles (MN 6 / Division Street): Navigation decision point; at 37.7 miles (County Road 133): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
96 ft
Total Descent
50 ft
Highest Point
1,347 ft
~37.8 mi in
Elevation Range
63 ft
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 37.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Straightforward navigation.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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