Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 47m
Distance
49.9 mi
80 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grygla, MN
Petr Ganaj
Strandquist, MN
Tom Fisk
Grygla, MN to Strandquist, MN is 49.9 miles and takes about 1h 47m via State Highway 89 Northeast, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive takes you through the Midwest region of Minnesota, offering a local, turn-heavy experience. It's a short trip, perfect for a same-day excursion without needing an overnight stay. Consider this route if you're looking for a straightforward journey between two points in northern Minnesota.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
25 miles from Grygla, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 390th Street Northeast | 27.8 mi | 1h 7m |
| State Highway 89 Northeast | 8 mi | 14m |
| 295th Street Northeast | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| US 59 | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| 380th Street Northeast | 2.9 mi | 7m |
| 310th Avenue Northeast | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| State Highway 89 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| 340th Avenue Northeast | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Grygla, MN and Strandquist, MN.
Start on MN 89
Continue on MN 89
Continue on MN 89
At end of road, turn right onto MN 89
Continue on MN 89
Turn left onto 380th Street Northeast
Continue on 310th Avenue Northeast
Continue on County Highway 6
Continue on 390th Street Northeast
Turn right onto US 59
Turn left onto Main Street
Arrive at destination
Given the short duration of 1 hour and 47 minutes, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. You won't need to worry about extensive stops for rest or fuel, but it's always wise to top off your tank before leaving Grygla, MN, especially since the fuel cost is estimated at just $7. Keep an eye on your navigation system for the numerous turns, as this route is described as turn-heavy. Enjoy the relaxed pace of this local drive.
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.
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 11 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25 miles or 50m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Strandquist, MN than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Grygla, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Grygla, MN
This is one driving day of about 49.9 miles and 1h 47m.
4 decision points cluster between mile 5.8 and 49.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn right onto MN 89 / 340th Avenue Northeast
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto 380th Street Northeast
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto US 59
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$8.19 one way
$16.38 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $8.76 | $17.52 |
| premium | $4.95 | $9.72 | $19.44 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $10.51 | $21.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15 | 0 | $5.24 | $2.40 |
| Efficient EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.37 | $2.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20 | 0 | $6.99 | $3.19 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Grygla on Wednesday
Local time
4:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Afternoon in Strandquist on Wednesday
Local time
4:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
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 is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, with only 25% of the journey on highways. You'll navigate using 390th Street Northeast and 295th Street Northeast in addition to State Highway 89 Northeast. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 27.8 miles on 390th Street Northeast. Expect a more intimate driving experience, with frequent turns and a focus on local roads rather than high-speed travel.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 5.8 miles in near MN 89 / 340th Avenue Northeast.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Grygla, MN to Strandquist, MN is easy. At 1h 47m with 25% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.8 miles (MN 89 / 340th Avenue Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 14.3 miles (380th Street Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 46 miles (US 59): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
23 ft
Total Descent
139 ft
Highest Point
1,188 ft
~14.3 mi in
Elevation Range
125 ft
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 47m. Total distance: 49.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (25%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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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