Origin
Battle Lake, MN
Afternoon in Battle Lake on Wednesday
Local time
4:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Battle Lake, MN to New York Mills, MN
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
51m
Distance
31.8 mi
51 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New York Mills, MN
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Battle Lake, MN to New York Mills, MN covers 31.8 miles and takes about 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Lake Avenue South, Highway 78, Clearmont Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.73 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
15.9 miles from Battle Lake, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 51m drive with frequent turns across 31.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lake Avenue South is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Battle Lake, MN to New York Mills, MN is easy. At 51m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Battle Lake, MN to New York Mills, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Avenue South | — | — |
| Highway 78 | — | — |
| Clearmont Road | — | — |
| Highway 14 | — | — |
| 528th Avenue | — | — |
| Highway 67 | — | — |
| South Main Avenue | — | — |
| Main Avenue South | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Lake Avenue South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Battle Lake, MN and New York Mills, MN.
1
Start on Front Street
112 ft
·
6 sec
·
Front Street
2
Turn right onto Lake Avenue South
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Avenue South
3
Continue on State Highway 78
6.6 mi
·
11 min
·
State Highway 78
4
Continue on Phyllis Ln; State Highway 78
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Phyllis Ln; State Highway 78
5
Continue on Clearmont Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Clearmont Road
6
Continue on State Highway 78
12 mi
·
19 min
·
State Highway 78
7
Turn right onto County Highway 14
9.1 mi
·
12 min
·
County Highway 14
8
At the end of the road, turn left onto 528th Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
528th Avenue
9
Continue on County Highway 67
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
County Highway 67
10
Continue on South Main Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Avenue
11
Continue on Main Avenue South
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Avenue South
12
Turn right onto East Centennial 84 Drive
69 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Centennial 84 Drive
13
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 15.9 miles from Battle Lake, MN, or about 25m into the drive.
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 31.8 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.9 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New York Mills, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Battle Lake, MN.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Battle Lake, MN
This is one driving day of about 31.8 miles and 51m.
At 31.8 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.9 mi from Battle Lake, MN · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.9 miles from Battle Lake, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New York Mills, MN
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into New York Mills, MN if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.73 one way
$9.46 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $5.10 | $10.20 |
| premium | $4.53 | $5.67 | $11.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.02 | $14.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.34 | $1.53 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.78 | $1.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.45 | $2.04 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
New York Mills, MN
Afternoon in New York Mills on Wednesday
Local time
4:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°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
23 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
51m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Battle Lake, MN to New York Mills, MN covers 31.8 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lake Avenue South, Highway 78, Clearmont Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.9 miles from Battle Lake, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.73 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Battle Lake, MN to New York Mills, MN is easy. At 51m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Battle Lake, MN to New York Mills, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Battle Lake, MN to New York Mills, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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