Origin
Bowstring, MN
Late night in Bowstring on Tuesday
Local time
4:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
31°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bowstring, MN to Keewatin, MN
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
56.6 mi
91 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bowstring, MN
RDNE Stock project
Keewatin, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
This 56.6-mile journey from Bowstring, MN to Keewatin, MN is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 24 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a day trip, with no need to break it up overnight. You'll be navigating primarily on State Highway 6, with some time spent on Northeast 4th Street and Main Avenue. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $8, making it an economical option. The general feel of this route is a mixed drive, offering a brief but efficient connection between two points in the Midwest region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast 4th Street | 19.8 mi | 27m |
| Main Avenue | 14.6 mi | 20m |
| State Highway 6 | 14.5 mi | 25m |
| US 169 | 6.1 mi | 7m |
| Division Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 1st Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Old Hwy 169 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| County Road 133 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Northeast 4th Street
— 19.8 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bowstring, MN and Keewatin, MN.
1
Start on County Road 133
200 ft
·
11 sec
·
County Road 133
2
Turn right onto MN 6
14 mi
·
25 min
·
State Highway 6
3
Continue on MN 6
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Division Street
4
Turn left onto US 2; MN 6
15 mi
·
20 min
·
Main Avenue
5
Continue on US 2; US 169
20 mi
·
27 min
·
Northeast 4th Street
6
Continue on US 169; MN 65
6.1 mi
·
7 min
·
US 169; MN 65
7
Turn left onto CR 16
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
1st Street
8
Turn right onto CR 82
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Old Hwy 169
9
Arrive at destination
CR 82
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.3 miles from Bowstring, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 56.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MN 6 / State Highway 6
Turn right onto MN 6 / State Highway 6
Navigation decision point
4
15.4 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
US 2; MN 6 / Main Avenue
Turn left onto US 2; MN 6 / Main Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
55.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
CR 16 / 1st Street
Turn left onto CR 16 / 1st Street
Navigation decision point
4
56.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
CR 82 / Old Hwy 169
Turn right onto CR 82 / Old Hwy 169
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.42 one way
$16.85 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $9.08 | $18.15 |
| premium | $4.53 | $10.10 | $20.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.50 | $24.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17 | 0 | $5.94 | $2.72 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.95 | $2.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.92 | $3.62 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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.
Destination
Keewatin, MN
Late night in Keewatin on Tuesday
Local time
4:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
33°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 24m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
The character of this drive is a mixed bag, as indicated by its profile. While 37% of the route involves highway driving, you'll also encounter local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 19.8 miles on Northeast 4th Street, offering a chance to settle in. As you progress, expect the road to transition between these different types of surfaces, keeping the driving experience varied without being overly complex. It's a drive that balances efficiency with a touch of local flavor.
37% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.8 mi on Northeast 4th Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
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 early in the drive near MN 6 / State Highway 6.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Bowstring, MN to Keewatin, MN is easy. At 1h 24m with 37% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MN 6 / State Highway 6): Navigation decision point; at 15.4 miles (US 2; MN 6 / Main Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 55.9 miles (CR 16 / 1st Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 56.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (37%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.8 miles on Northeast 4th 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: near the start (MN 6 / State Highway 6): Navigation decision point; at 15.4 miles (US 2; MN 6 / Main Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 55.9 miles (CR 16 / 1st Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Keewatin, MN before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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