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Trip from Hibbing, MN to Grant, MN

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

19m

Distance

11.3 mi

18 km

Drive Score

5/10

Practical drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

4 AM
0h 18m ★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 18m ★

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States

Hibbing, MN

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Downtown Grant, MN, MN

Grant, MN

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Trip Overview

If you are looking for a quick transition between Hibbing and Grant, this 11.3-mile trip is an efficient way to get where you need to go. Clocking in at just 19 minutes, it is a straightforward journey that easily fits into a single day of travel. You will navigate primarily via East Howard Street and the East Beltline, keeping the trip simple and direct. With a fuel budget of only $2, it is an incredibly economical route that won't break the bank. Since both locations are situated within the Midwest, you can expect a familiar regional atmosphere throughout the drive. It is the perfect length for those who prefer to keep their travel time minimal and focused.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
East Beltline 8.8 mi 10m
East Howard Street 0.7 mi 1m
4th Avenue East <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: East Beltline — 8.8 mi, about 10m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hibbing, MN and Grant, MN.

1

Start on 4th Avenue East

120 ft · 7 sec · 4th Avenue East
2

Turn right onto East Howard Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · East Howard Street
3

Turn left onto US 169; MN 73

8.8 mi · 10 min · East Beltline
Use the left lane.
4

Turn left

1.7 mi · 6 min
5

Arrive at destination

Heads-up: tricky spots

3 of 3

3 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 9.6 — 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 | East Howard Street

Turn right onto East Howard Street

Navigation decision point

4
0.8 mi into trip | ~2m in | US 169; MN 73 / East Beltline

Turn left onto US 169; MN 73 / East Beltline

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
3
9.6 mi into trip | ~12m in

Turn left

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$1.86 one way

$3.71 round trip

$4.17/gal 25.4 MPG avg 4 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.46 $1.98 $3.97
premium $4.95 $2.20 $4.40
diesel $5.35 $2.38 $4.76

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$2

Estimated CO2 emission: 4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 3.4 0 $1.19 $0.54
Efficient EV 2.8 0 $0.99 $0.45
EV Truck/SUV 4.5 0 $1.58 $0.72

Gas CO2

4 kg

EV CO2

1 kg (75% 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 Jun 3, 2026

Origin

Hibbing, MN

Afternoon in Hibbing on Wednesday

Local time

4:38 PM

CDT

Current temp

84°F

Mostly Sunny

S 10 to 15 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued June 3 at 8:31AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued June 3 at 5:12AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN

Destination

Grant, MN

Afternoon in Grant on Wednesday

Local time

4:38 PM

CDT

Current temp

84°F

Mostly Sunny

S 10 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued June 3 at 8:31AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued June 3 at 5:12AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN

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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

19m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy, local experience rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this entire 11.3-mile journey is conducted on local roads with zero highway share. Because you are avoiding major highways entirely, your focus will be on navigating local turns rather than maintaining high-speed momentum. There are no long, uninterrupted stretches to speak of, meaning you will stay engaged with the steering wheel from start to finish. The route maintains a consistent, local personality that feels more like a cross-town commute than a long-distance haul. Be prepared for a steady, hands-on drive that requires your full attention throughout the short 19-minute duration.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
5 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.8 mi on East Beltline.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

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 early in the drive near East Howard Street.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Hibbing, MN to Grant, MN is easy. At 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Howard Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 169; MN 73 / East Beltline): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 miles: Navigation decision point.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

1,540 ft 1,468 ft

Total Climb

105 ft

Total Descent

91 ft

Highest Point

1,540 ft

~5.6 mi in

Elevation Range

73 ft

About the Cities

Starting in Hibbing, MN

Full guide →

Founded 1893

The Iron Range is a rural area in Northeastern Minnesota where iron ore (and taconite) has been mined for generations. This area has some cultural aspects more similar to the U.P. of Michigan than the surrounding area of Minnesota. It was settled largely by Finns and some other Scandinavians and Russians.

Top landmarks

  • • Hull–Rust–Mahoning Open Pit Iron Mine — open pit iron mine in Hibbing, Minnesota, United States
  • • Andrew G. Anderson House — historic house in Hibbing, Minnesota
  • • Hibbing High School — high school in Hibbing, St. Louis County, Minnesota

Arriving in Grant, MN

Full guide →

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 19m. Total distance: 11.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

19m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 8.8 miles on East Beltline. 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 (East Howard Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 169; MN 73 / East Beltline): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 miles: Navigation decision point.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Grant, 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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