Origin
Eveleth, MN
Night in Eveleth on Thursday
Local time
10:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Eveleth, MN to Murray, MN
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
56m
Distance
39.2 mi
63 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eveleth, MN
Danila Perevoshchikov
Trip Overview
The drive from Eveleth, MN to Murray, MN covers 39.2 miles and takes about 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Highway 169, Highway 169, US 53 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.4 miles on State Highway 169. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.83 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 39.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 56m highway drive covering 39.2 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 169 and Highway 169. The longest continuous stretch is about 14.4 miles on State Highway 169.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 169 is the longest continuous segment at about 14.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 169 and Highway 169. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near US 53.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 56m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (US 53): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.3 miles (US 53): Lane positioning matters here; at 11.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 53
Enter roundabout onto US 53
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
3
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 53
Slight right onto US 53
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
11.6 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward MN 169: Ely
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward MN 169: Ely
4
38.4 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
Murray Road
Turn right onto Murray Road
Navigation decision point
4
38.4 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
Murray Road
Keep slight right at fork onto Murray Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 169 | 14.4 mi | 19m |
| Highway 169 | 11.9 mi | 16m |
| US 53 | 10.3 mi | 13m |
| Grant Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Murray Road | 0.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 169
— 14.4 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eveleth, MN and Murray, MN.
1
Start on Grant Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Grant Avenue
2
Enter roundabout onto US 53
227 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 53
3
Continue on US 53
10 mi
·
13 min
·
US 53
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
Toward MN 169: Ely
5
Continue on MN 169
14 mi
·
19 min
·
State Highway 169
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
Continue on MN 169
12 mi
·
16 min
·
Highway 169
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn right onto Murray Road
184 ft
·
8 sec
·
Murray Road
8
Keep slight right at fork onto Murray Road
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Murray Road
9
Arrive at destination
Murray Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.6 mi from Eveleth, MN · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.6 miles from Eveleth, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Murray, MN
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Murray, 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
$5.83 one way
$11.67 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $6.29 | $12.57 |
| premium | $4.53 | $6.99 | $13.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.65 | $17.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.12 | $1.88 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.43 | $1.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Murray, MN
Night in Murray on Thursday
Local time
10:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
35°F
Virginia, MN
20 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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
56m 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 Eveleth, MN to Murray, MN covers 39.2 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 169, Highway 169, US 53. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.6 miles from Eveleth, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.83 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.
This is a straightforward 56m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (US 53): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.3 miles (US 53): Lane positioning matters here; at 11.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Eveleth, MN to Murray, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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