Origin
Fergus Falls, MN
Afternoon in Fergus Falls on Wednesday
Local time
4:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fergus Falls, MN to New York Mills, MN
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
48.1 mi
77 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
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 Fergus Falls, MN to New York Mills, MN covers 48.1 miles and takes about 1h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Union Avenue, West Lincoln Avenue, Friberg Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.16 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
24 miles from Fergus Falls, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 15m drive with frequent turns across 48.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Union Avenue 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 Fergus Falls, MN to New York Mills, MN is easy. At 1h 15m 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 Fergus Falls, MN to New York Mills, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Union Avenue | — | — |
| West Lincoln Avenue | — | — |
| Friberg Avenue | — | — |
| East Fir Avenue | — | — |
| Highway 1 | — | — |
| Highway 14 | — | — |
| 1st Street West | — | — |
| South Head Lake Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Union Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fergus Falls, MN and New York Mills, MN.
1
Start on the route
62 ft
·
7 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto South Union Avenue
200 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Union Avenue
3
Turn right onto West Lincoln Avenue
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
West Lincoln Avenue
4
Turn left onto Friberg Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Friberg Avenue
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Fir Avenue
26 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Fir Avenue
6
Exit the roundabout onto East Fir Avenue
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
East Fir Avenue
7
Continue on County Highway 1
21 mi
·
31 min
·
County Highway 1
8
Continue on County Highway 14
7.9 mi
·
12 min
·
County Highway 14
9
Continue on 1st Street West
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
1st Street West
10
Continue on South Head Lake Road
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
South Head Lake Road
11
Continue on County Highway 14
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
County Highway 14
12
Turn left onto State Highway 78
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
State Highway 78
13
Turn right onto County Highway 14
9.1 mi
·
12 min
·
County Highway 14
14
At the end of the road, turn left onto 528th Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
528th Avenue
15
Continue on County Highway 67
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
County Highway 67
16
Continue on South Main Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Avenue
17
Continue on Main Avenue South
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Avenue South
18
Turn right onto East Centennial 84 Drive
69 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Centennial 84 Drive
19
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 24 miles from Fergus Falls, MN, or about 37m 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 11 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24 miles or 37m 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 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New York Mills, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Fergus Falls, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Fergus Falls, MN
This is one driving day of about 48.1 miles and 1h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 11 miles from Fergus Falls, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24 mi from Fergus Falls, MN · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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
First break window
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24 miles from Fergus Falls, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New York Mills, MN
The final approach into New York Mills, MN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.16 one way
$14.32 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $7.71 | $15.43 |
| premium | $4.53 | $8.58 | $17.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.62 | $21.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.05 | $2.31 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.73 | $3.08 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
New York Mills, MN
Afternoon in New York Mills on Wednesday
Local time
4:54 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
21 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 15m 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 Fergus Falls, MN to New York Mills, MN covers 48.1 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Union Avenue, West Lincoln Avenue, Friberg Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24 miles from Fergus Falls, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.16 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 Fergus Falls, MN to New York Mills, MN is easy. At 1h 15m 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 Fergus Falls, MN to New York Mills, MN is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Fergus Falls, MN to New York Mills, MN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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