Origin
Bowstring, MN
Morning in Bowstring on Tuesday
Local time
9:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
31°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bowstring, MN to Nashwauk, 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 19m
Distance
51.8 mi
83 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 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bowstring, MN
RDNE Stock project
Nashwauk, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
This 51.8-mile drive from Bowstring, MN to Nashwauk, MN is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 19 minutes, making it perfect for a single-day trip. You'll primarily be on Northeast 4th Street, Main Avenue, and State Highway 6, with about 30% of the drive utilizing highway roads. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $8. This route offers a mixed driving experience through the Midwest region of Minnesota. Given its short distance and manageable duration, it's an ideal option for a quick excursion without needing an overnight stay.
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 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Division Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 1st Street | 0.7 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 Nashwauk, 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
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 169; MN 65
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
8
Turn left onto MN 65
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
1st Street
9
Turn right
79 ft
·
5 sec
10
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.9 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
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 51.8 — 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
3
50.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
3
51.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
MN 65 / 1st Street
Turn left onto MN 65 / 1st Street
Navigation decision point
4
51.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.71 one way
$15.42 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $8.31 | $16.61 |
| premium | $4.53 | $9.24 | $18.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.44 | $22.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.44 | $2.49 |
| Efficient EV | 13 | 0 | $4.53 | $2.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.25 | $3.32 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% 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
Nashwauk, MN
Morning in Nashwauk on Tuesday
Local time
9:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Grand Rapids, MN
26 mi in
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
22 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 19m 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?
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with approximately 30% of your journey on highway roads. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 19.8 miles on Northeast 4th Street, offering a good opportunity to settle in. The character of the road changes as you progress, moving from local streets to more open highway segments. This blend means you'll experience both town driving and faster-paced travel, keeping the drive engaging without being overly demanding.
30% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
10 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 Nashwauk, MN is easy. At 1h 19m with 30% 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 50.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,477 ft
1,283 ft
Total Climb
221 ft
Total Descent
91 ft
Highest Point
1,477 ft
~51.8 mi in
Elevation Range
194 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 51.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (30%). 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 50.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Nashwauk, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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